​The premier global competition where young innovators showcase groundbreaking solutions. Join students worldwide at Sogang University this July 13~15, 2026.

​Who Is AX-GO For?

​✅ If You Have Any of These, You Belong Here

​🔬 Researchers / Experiment

​Agricultural innovations, health solutions, environmental studies. Social impact projects that change communities.

​🔧 Inventors / Demo (Prototype)

​Hardware prototypes, sustainable tech, medical devices. Community tools that solve real problems.

​💡 Builders / Digital services

​Apps, AI tools, automation workflows. If you solve a genuine problem, we want to see it.

​🎬 Creators / AI Arts (Videos, Movies)

​Short films, music videos, animations created with AI tools. Storytelling through AI-powered video generation.

​What You Need

​✅ A clear problem you're solving

​✅ Evidence your solution works — data, prototype, or pilot results

​✅ Ability to explain and demonstrate your innovation effectively

​What You DON'T Need

​❌ Advanced coding skills

​❌ AI experience

​❌ Expensive equipment

​❌ A fully finished product

​🎓 Students From Everywhere

• ​Vietnam, Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia, Taiwan, Korea — and beyond

• ​Middle school, high school, university levels all welcome

• ​Solo participants or teams — collaborate your way

​📅 Your 3-Day Experience

​Day 1: Opening + Exhibition & Judging Begins

• ​Morning: Check-in & Opening Session

• ​Afternoon: Exhibition opens + judging begins (live demos at booths)

• ​Evening: Welcome Night Dinner (Hongdae)

​Note: Day 1 is the official start of competition evaluation.

​Day 2: Exhibition + Presentations

• ​Morning: Exhibition continues + final judging interactions

• ​Afternoon: Stage presentations (demo + pitch sessions)

• ​End of Day: Final scoring closes

​Note: Day 2 is your strongest moment for showcasing results.

​Day 3: Awards Ceremony (9:00 AM)

• ​9:00 AM: Awards Ceremony

• ​12:00 PM: Group photos & closing

• ​After: Departure / free schedule

​(Morning only)

​🎯 What This Means for You

• ​Your work evaluated by world-class judges

• ​Top performers invited to Silicon Valley finals

• ​Networking with industry sponsors and partners

• ​Certificates recognized by universities and employers

​Organized by Leading Institutions

​🏛️ Sogang University

​One of Korea's top 5 universities. Leading research in AI, engineering, and social innovation.

​International hub with 1,500+ exchange students annually. Prime Hongdae location.

​🌏 PAIA — Practical AI Association

​Korea's premier association for practical AI and innovation. Led by Sogang University faculty.

​Network of 50+ universities and industry partners. Focus: turning research into real-world solutions.

​AI-JAM US & Hacker Dojo

​Silicon Valley-based innovation network. Connects top talent to US tech ecosystem.

​Pathway to internships, accelerators, and mentorship. Host of AX-GO Global Finals in California.