Baltic AI Hack
Baltic AI Hack
Welcome to the Baltic AI Hackathon! 🚀
Date: October 4-6, 2024Location: Riga Technical University, RTU Faculty of Architecture, Ķīpsalas iela 6, Kurzemes rajons, Riga, Latvia
Join us for an intense weekend of innovation, creativity, and collaboration! The Baltic AI Hackathon brings together students from across the Baltic states to tackle real-life challenges using the power of AI. Whether you're into design, IT, marketing, or entrepreneurship, there's a place for you here!
Register by October 1, 2024, at 23:59.
If you wish to attend only the Kick-off event, please register at this link: https://lu.ma/zdio4yl9
📍 Event Location Riga Technical University. RTU Faculty of Architecture. Location address: Ķīpsalas iela 6, Kurzemes rajons, Riga, Latvia
Hackathon Themes 🎯
This year’s hackathon focuses on key societal challenges:
- Education
- Sustainability
- Social Inclusion
- Public Services
IBM Sandbox with Meta LLama 🛠️
During the Baltic AI Hackathon, all teams will have access to the high-performance IBM Sandbox with the deployed Meta LLaMA 3 model. This powerful environment provides the computational resources necessary to bring your ideas to life. The sandbox allows you to develop a wide range of innovative solutions, especially those centred around using Large Language Models (LLMs). Given LLMs' versatility in processing structured and unstructured data, you’ll have the opportunity to create impactful solutions across multiple domains.
Acces to IBM Platform will be provided to accpeted teams starting from 03/10.
Detailed information about IBM Sandbox You can find here.
Partner Challenges 💼
Take on challenges provided by our partners designed to address real-world problems using AI. By working on a partner challenge, you'll have access to specific data, resources, and expert support tailored to that challenge. This is a great opportunity to collaborate closely with industry leaders and make a tangible impact.
Detailed information adbout Partner Challenges You cand find here.
Bring Your Own Idea 💡
Have your own innovative idea? You’re welcome to develop your own solution! Just make sure that your project aligns with one of the main hackathon themes—Education, Sustainability, Social Inclusion, or Public Services. This is your chance to bring your vision to life with the support of mentors and the hackathon community.
Why Participate? 🌟
- Innovate: Create solutions to real-world problems with cutting-edge AI.
- Collaborate: Work in diverse teams with students from different fields and countries.
- Learn: Gain insights from industry experts, mentors, and peers.
- Compete: Showcase your ideas and compete for amazing prizes!
Who Can Join? 👩💻👨💻
- Students only!
- Open to all students aged 18+ from the Baltic states universities.
- All academic levels are welcome—Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorate.
- No team? No problem! Sign up solo, and we'll help you find a team or form one before the event.
What to Expect? 🛠️
- Pre-Event Workshops: Get prepped with workshops on AI and team formation.
- Hackathon: A weekend of intense hacking, mentoring, and pitching.
- Demo Day: Present your project to the Jury panel and compete for top prizes.
What You Need to Bring? 🎒
- 💻Laptop and charger: Essential for working on your project.
- 🎧 Earphones - as some mentors will work remotely and, of course, listen to your inspiring music! 🎵🎶
- 🛏️ Sleeping bag: If you plan to stay overnight, we’ve got a sleeping zone!
- ⚡Positive energy and attitude: Get ready to collaborate, innovate, and have fun! 😊
Prizes and Recognition 🏆
- Main Prize from Meta: Winners will go to Paris! 🇫🇷
- Partner Awards: Additional prizes from our Partners.
- Certificates: All participants will receive a certificate of attendance.
Ready to Join? 💡
Register by October 1, 2024, at 23:59.
If you wish to attend only the Kick-off event, please register at this link: https://lu.ma/zdio4yl9
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to innovate and make a difference. See you at the Baltic AI Hackathon! 🚀
Contact Us 📩
Have questions? Reach out to us at [email protected]
Schedule
24 Sep 2024
Themes and Technologies
- Introduction to Hackathon Themes
- Overview of Key Technologies and Tools:
- Meta LLaMA, Thomas Robinson, GenAI Partner Engineering team at Meta
- IBM Watson and Baltic AI Hack Sandbox, Daniel Hutyra, Data & AI Brand Technical Specialist, IBM
- Q&A Session
Watch on YouTube or Facebook Live
1 Oct 2024
- Partner challenges
- Participant Onboarding and Experts Introduction
- Team Formation and Networking
- Overview of Hackathon Schedule and Rules
- Q&A Session
On Zoom (Only for registered participants)
2 Oct 2024
4 Oct 2024
The Baltic AI Hackathon Kick-off event will feature discussions on the role of AI in various sectors, with a focus on education and science. Speakers from partner organizations will be invited to share their insights. The event will include presentations, panel discussions, and an AI case study to provide insights into current AI applications and future directions.
Agenda
- 15:00: Keynotes from Partners
- Tālis Juhna, RTU Rector
- Christelle Dernon, AI Campaign and Program Manager at Meta
- Artur Wronski, AI Technology Advocacy Lead, IBM
- Gatis Ozols, Deputy State Secretary on Digital Transformation issues, The Ministry of Smart Administration and Regional Development of the Republic of Latvia
- 15:30: AI Case Studies
- Mārcis Pinnis, Chief AI Officier, Tilde
- Indrek Seppo, AI programme manager, Estonian Ministry of Economic Affairs and Communications
- Romanas Zontovičius, ICT Industry manager, Lithuanian Innovation Agency
- 16:30: Panel Discussion, Role of AI in Education, Science and Public Services
- Simona Ramanauskaitė, Professor and researcher, VILNIUS TECH and MERIT project
- Vitnija Saldava, Regional Public Policy Lead, META
- Evalds Urtāns, RTU researcher and AI entrepreneur
- Indrek Seppo, AI programme manager, Estonian Ministry of Economic Affairs and Communications
- Mārcis Pinnis, Chief AI Officier, Tilde
- 17:30 Networking
If you wish to attend only the Kick-off event, please register at this link: https://lu.ma/zdio4yl9