Join the NEXT wave
of AI builders
NEXT Hackathon is where builders come to ship. 200 builders, equipped with the right tools, mentors and network to go from idea to working demo in a 36-hour sprint.
Go from idea
to reality in 36 hours
Top builders. Mentored by industry experts. A chance for the spotlight at Asia's largest AI conference.
$100K+ in credits and prizes
AWS credits, track sponsor prizes, and post-hackathon acceleration opportunities.
Top 5 teams Pitch to 10,000 attendees
Top 5 teams get to demo their product on the SuperAI stage.
Hands-on training from industry experts
Technical mentors embedded with your team for the full 36-hour build.
Build alongside 200 vetted builders
Application-based admission means every person in the room is here to ship.
Experience SuperAI: Asia's largest AI event
Get full access to SuperAI, valued at US$999.
Exclusive hackathon swag & perks
Limited-edition swag, plus free meals, snacks, and drinks to fuel your hack.
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USD$130,000+
Prize Pool
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FAQs
The event is 100% free — including food, drinks, and full access to the SuperAI conference.
No. SuperAI does not cover flights, visa fees, or accommodation. You are responsible for arranging your own travel and stay in Singapore.
NEXT is built for people who ship. This is for you if you are:
- Working in a early/growth-stage startup
- An engineer in an enterprise dev team
- A student or researcher
Yes. Rest and chill-out spaces are available on a first-come, first-served basis. However, there are no shower facilities at the venue, so we recommend booking comfortable accommodation nearby.
Yes. Physical attendance at Marina Bay Sands in Singapore is required for the full 36 hours. We do not offer online or remote participation.
Yes. Confirmed participants who need a visa invitation letter can request one once they are accepted. We'll issue a letter to support your visa application.
Teams can have a maximum of 4 members.
Yes. Solo applicants are welcome. If you’d like to join a team but don’t have one, we'll help you find a team.
No. To maintain fairness, all project work must begin after the official hacking period starts. You can brainstorm ideas, but no code, designs, or prototypes before kickoff.
