eMerge AI Hackathon 2026
Build the Future with AI in a Day.
The eMerge AI Hackathon is a full-day, intensive innovation sprint that brings together over 200 of the brightest developers, data scientists, designers, and entrepreneurs to build AI-powered solutions for real-world challenges. This is where groundbreaking ideas become functional prototypes in a single day.
What to Expect:
Participants will form teams and dive into a full day of hacking, supported by industry mentors, cutting-edge tools, and a vibrant community. The day is structured to maximize innovation and collaboration, culminating in a demo presentation to a panel of expert judges.
Challenge Tracks:
Choose from three distinct tracks, each focused on a critical area of AI development:
1.Healthcare Track : Develop AI solutions to advance cancer research, improve patient outcomes, and transform healthcare delivery.
2.Enterprise AI Track: Build agentic AI solutions to solve complex business problems and drive enterprise automation.
3.Physical AI Track: Build AI solutions for robotics, embodied intelligence, and real-world physical systems.
Why You Should Participate:
•Solve Real Challenges: Work on problem sets that address significant industry needs. Problem sets will be released two days prior to the event to give you a head start.
•Win Big: Compete for cash prizes for the top three teams in each track.
•Network with Leaders: Connect with mentors, judges, and over 1,000 investors attending eMerge Americas.
This is your chance to build something meaningful, connect with the AI community, and make your mark on the future. Join us for a day of intense innovation and collaboration.
PS: Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks will be provided.
About eMerge Americas
eMerge Americas is a strategic convener and catalyst for innovation, bringing together global enterprises, startups, investors, and government leaders to accelerate advancements in AI, Finance, Health, and National Security. Through year-round programming and its annual global tech conference + expo in Miami, eMerge Americas connects capital, talent, and ideas to drive impactful progress, strengthen industries, and bring transformative and emerging technologies to market. Since 2014 the global tech conference + expo has attracted 20,000+ attendees annually from over 50 countries and catalyzed billions in venture investment.
www.emergeamericas.com
About Miami AI Hub
Miami AI Hub fosters innovation and collaboration in artificial intelligence within the city’s vibrant tech ecosystem. Its mission is to make Miami a global AI powerhouse and to build bridges across the AI ecosystems of the United States, Italy, Spain, and Latin America.
Miami AI Hub has convened over 5,000+ participants, supported more than 50 AI startup showcases, and hosted speakers from major companies including NVIDIA, Apple, Google, AWS, and others. As an innovation catalyst, the Hub champions AI solutions that improve lives and transform industries. As a community platform, it brings together enthusiasts and experts to grow a shared knowledge base. And as a startup launchpad, it supports early-stage ventures with mentorship, funding access, and growth resources.