Tencent Cloud AI CAN DO IT Hackathon Singapore 2026 Kick-off Event
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Tencent Cloud AI CAN DO IT Hackathon Singapore 2026 Kick-off Event
We are excited to announce the AI CAN DO IT – Tencent Cloud AI Hackathon Singapore 2026, co-organised by Tencent Cloud and AI Singapore! This year's hackathon features five exciting industry tracks, bringing real-world business challenges together with the creativity of developers, students, start-ups, and AI innovators. Participants will have the opportunity to work on real industry challenges, explore the latest Tencent Cloud AI technologies, and turn bold ideas into practical Agentic AI solutions.
The Kick-off Event will officially launch the Hackathon and introduce the challenge statements for each industry track. Representatives from the participating organizations will share the business context and key challenges behind their respective tracks. The event will also feature a Tencent Cloud AI Product Workshop, with live demonstrations, practical tips, and an introduction to the AI tools available throughout the Hackathon, helping participants familiarize themselves with the technologies and prepare for the development journey ahead.
🚀 Five Industry Tracks. Real Challenges. Real Impact. 🏦 Banking Track 🏢 Real Estate Track 🏥 Healthcare Track 💳 FinTech Track 💻 Digital Native Track
Each track will be supported by leading industry organizations including top local bank, real estate companies, which will contribute real-world challenge statements and participate in the evaluation and judging of the proposed solutions. The Hackathon will take place from 16 September to 3 November 2026, featuring a series of training and consultation sessions to support participants throughout the development journey. Project submissions will close on 16 October, allowing participants sufficient time to develop and refine their solutions. Selected teams will be invited to present their projects at the Grand Final on 3 November, where the top teams will be evaluated and selected by the judging panel on the day.
During the Kick-off Event, industry leaders of each track and VC partners will share insights, practical guidance, and tips to help participants better understand the challenge statements and develop stronger solutions. We will also share key Hackathon details during the session, including how to redeem your free credits, access the required resources, and submit your projects.
🤖 Tencent Cloud AI Product Workshop & Demo
Participants will also get hands-on exposure to Tencent Cloud's AI tools through a dedicated product workshop featuring: • Live product demonstrations • Practical tips and use cases • Introduction to CodeBuddy, WorkBuddy and other available AI technologies • Guidance to help teams prepare for the Hackathon development journey
Event Agenda
15:00–15:30 Registration
15:30–15:35 Welcome Remarks by Tencent Cloud
15:35–15:40 Welcome Remarks by AI Singapore
15:40–15:45 Kick-off Ceremony
15:45–15:50 Banking Track Industry Sharing
15:50–15:55 Real Estate Track Industry Sharing
15:55–16:00 FinTech Track Industry Sharing
16:00–16:05 Digital Native Track Industry Sharing
16:05–16:10 Healthcare Track Industry Sharing
16:10–16:15 Venture Capital Partner Sharing
16:15–17:00 Tencent Cloud AI Product Workshop & Demo
✨ Join the Hackathon and Win the Top Cash Prize of SGD 10,000! ✨ Discover the challenges. Explore the technology. Build what's next with AI.
Offline seats are limited. However, rest assured that if you are unable to secure an in-person seat, you will still receive the event livestream link closer to the event date.
tracks
Banking Track
Industry track addressing real-world challenges in the banking sector, supported by a leading local bank which contributes the challenge statement and participates in solution evaluation and judging.
Real Estate Track
Industry track addressing real-world challenges in the real estate sector, supported by real estate companies which contribute the challenge statement and participate in solution evaluation and judging.
Healthcare Track
Industry track addressing real-world challenges in the healthcare sector, supported by leading industry organizations which contribute the challenge statement and participate in solution evaluation and judging.
FinTech Track
Industry track addressing real-world challenges in the financial technology sector, supported by leading industry organizations which contribute the challenge statement and participate in solution evaluation and judging.
Digital Native Track
Industry track addressing real-world challenges for digital-native businesses, supported by leading industry organizations which contribute the challenge statement and participate in solution evaluation and judging.
when
Registration
Event registration for attendees
◍ SingaporeWelcome Remarks by Tencent Cloud
Opening welcome remarks by Tencent Cloud
◍ SingaporeWelcome Remarks by AI Singapore
Opening welcome remarks by AI Singapore
◍ SingaporeKick-off Ceremony
Official launch ceremony of the Hackathon
◍ SingaporeBanking Track Industry Sharing
Industry sharing session on the Banking Track challenge
◍ SingaporeReal Estate Track Industry Sharing
Industry sharing session on the Real Estate Track challenge
◍ SingaporeFinTech Track Industry Sharing
Industry sharing session on the FinTech Track challenge
◍ SingaporeDigital Native Track Industry Sharing
Industry sharing session on the Digital Native Track challenge
◍ SingaporeHealthcare Track Industry Sharing
Industry sharing session on the Healthcare Track challenge
◍ SingaporeVenture Capital Partner Sharing
Insights and practical guidance shared by venture capital partners
◍ SingaporeTencent Cloud AI Product Workshop & Demo
Hands-on workshop with live demonstrations of Tencent Cloud AI tools including CodeBuddy and WorkBuddy
◍ Singaporetickets
| tickets | price | Fee | Status | description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free Admission | Free | TBA | Available | Free admission to the Tencent Cloud AI CAN DO IT Hackathon Singapore 2026 Kick-off Event. Offline seats are limited; attendees unable to secure an in-person seat will receive the event livestream link closer to the event date. |
prizes
| # | PRIZE | price |
|---|---|---|
| Top Prize | Top Cash Prize | S$10,000 |