Nexa × Qualcomm On-Device Bounty Program — Round 1: Mobile

​On-device AI will be everywhere in 2026. Nexa AI partnered with Qualcomm to host a bounty program for builders who want to upskill in on-device AI and ship real impact early.

​Build: A working Android AI app that runs locally on Qualcomm Hexagon NPU powered by NexaSDK.

​Register on the official program website.

You’ll get: 

• ​$6,500 total cash prizes 

• ​Grand Winner: $5,000 cash + Edge AI Impact Award certificate 

• ​Top 3 finalists: $500 + flagship Snapdragon powered device

• ​The real upside: Qualcomm marketing spotlight + partnership opportunities, plus expert mentorship

​Timeline (PT):

• ​Jan 15: Launch

• ​Feb 15: Phase 1 deadline

• ​Feb 23: Finalists announced

• ​March 24: Phase 2 deadline

• ​March 31: Winner announced