Founding MENA x Replit: Dubai Hackathon

​The hackathon to launch your startup.

• ​Not to build an MVP. Not to demo an idea. To launch.

• ​On Saturday 31st October, 100 of MENA's most ambitious builders come to Dubai for one day with one goal: leave with a real business.

• ​Built on Replit Pro. Live to the world by evening.

​The prize

• ​$50,000 total prize pool. $25,000 in cash to the winning team from 21 Ventures*.

• ​Partner-backed support to get the business off the ground: infrastructure, credits, and the introductions that matter.

​The room

• ​We're capping this at 100 people. That's it. Anyone can apply. Very few will get in.

• ​We're looking for people who've been sitting on an idea and are ready to move on it. Solo builders and pairs only, teams of 2 max.

• ​If you're already running a business that's generating revenue, this isn't for you.

​The judges

• ​You'll pitch to some of the most respected entrepreneurs and investors in MENA. Names announced closer to the day.

• ​Winning here means more than the cheque, it means the right people in the region know who you are on Monday morning.

​The day

• ​8am doors open. Build all day on Replit Pro. Pitch in the evening. Prizes and drinks to close.

​Apply

• ​Applications close Saturday 17th October. Applying does not guarantee a spot.

​If you're accepted, we'll be in touch with your access code and the location of the hackathon.

​By applying, you agree that your application data may be used by Founding MENA for marketing and promotional purposes and shared with event partners.

​*$25,000 cash prize is subject to legal due diligence and the incorporation of a UAE based entity.