BUILD Mindanao: AI and Blockchain Week 2025
Thank you for attending our event! Here's a recap:
https://www.mindanaotimes.com.ph/build-mindanao-ai-blockchain-week-2025-sets-2026-agenda/
https://reverionstudios.com/articlecontent/a2592688-0c13-4923-a291-ca928998a99d
Original Description:
REGISTRATION UPDATE
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REGISTRATION CLOSED!!!!!!!
In less than 24 hours, our venue slots were filled. We’ll be emailing registered participants to confirm your scheduled passes and session access.
Because of the high volume of participants, the Davao City LGU has requested that the Davao City Hall leg be reserved exclusively for LGU, government, agencies, and institutional attendees.
To accommodate the public, we will host the Public Day at a separate venue:
PUBLIC EVENT (FREE & OPEN TO ALL): December 19
The Royal Mandaya Hotel
Full-day, jam-packed program: mini-hackathon + AI workshops + major announcements
BUILD Mindanao: AI and Blockchain Week 2025
Davao City will hold its first-ever Davao City LGU-supported AI and Blockchain event, signaling that the South of the Philippines is technologically adept, academically prepared, and enthusiastically supportive of emerging tech.
Under Reverion Technologies, in partnership with ConnectWeb3 Philippines, the event will highlight Davao City’s AI and blockchain momentum by:
Hosting an AI and blockchain hackathon / mini-hackathon
Providing FREE workshops on AI and blockchain
Announcing major developments for Davao, academia, and partners in AI and blockchain
Thanks to our Gold Sponsors:
CoWorq
Peaq Philippines
SUMEX
Thanks to our Silver Sponsors:
OpenxAI
CaffeineAI
UPDATED VENUES & FORMAT
1) Institutional Track (By Invitation / Confirmed Passes)
Davao City Hall (LGU Function Room)
December 17–19 (LGU, government, agencies, and institutional participants)
This track prioritizes invitations and reserved slots for MSMEs, business owners, government agencies, schools, and builders, and includes closed-door discussions and partner announcements.
2) Public Track (FREE & Open to the Public)
The Royal Mandaya Hotel
December 19 (FULL DAY)
Expect a full-day program featuring:
Mini-hackathon
Free AI & blockchain workshops
Major announcements
We will also broadcast/upload select workshops and promote them online to increase access and viewership.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Major Announcements: Policy and development announcements from government, academic, and industry partners.
Hackathon / Mini-Hackathon: Designed to showcase local talent and drive innovation through practical challenges.
Free Upskilling Workshops: Practical AI and blockchain sessions, including:
Learning about self-sovereign AI and how to empower yourself through AI
Understanding the mechanics and advantages of blockchain technology
Learn about blockchain/web3 jobs
Audience Takeaway: Gain clarity on Davao City’s strategic direction in emerging tech, connect with key partners, and learn tangible skills you can apply immediately.
WHEN: December 17–19, 2025
WHERE:
• Davao City Hall (Institutional Track – Dec 17–19)
• The Royal Mandaya Hotel (Public Day – Dec 19)