ARIC Tip | ChefTreff AI Hackathon

Build real AI solutions for real companies. In 24 hours. 

Join 300+ hackers, builders, and future leaders for the biggest AI hackathon in Northern Germany – right at the heart of the Future Leader Summit 2026 at Factory Hammerbrooklyn, Hamburg.
Pick one of 9 challenges from leading companies like BCG Platinion, BioNTech, Finanz Informatik, HERO Software, Eurogate, and Pacemaker. Build a working prototype. Pitch it. Win.
No fluff, no theory – just shipping.

Why join

• 🛠 Build with purpose – solve real business challenges from top companies, not toy problems
• 🤝 Meet your people – connect with 300+ ambitious builders, founders, and tech talent from across Europe
• 🚀 Get discovered – pitch directly to company leaders and decision-makers. Some of our challenge partners are actively hiring
• 🎁 Win prizes – cash, credits, company visits, and more from every challenge partner
• ☕ Everything’s covered – food, drinks, snacks, sleeping spots, and good vibes. Just bring your laptop

How it works

9 challenges. 6 teams per challenge. 4-6 people per team. 24 hours to build.
You can apply as a team or solo – we’ll match you with a crew that complements your skills. You don’t need to be a developer. We need product thinkers, designers, strategists, and builders of all kinds.

Challenges & partners

Each challenge is designed by one of our partners around a real problem they face. You’ll get the context, data, and mentorship to build something meaningful – from AI-powered products to predictive models and smart automations.
Challenge partners: BCG Platinion – BioNTech – Pacemaker – Finanz Informatik – HERO Software – Eurogate (+ more TBA)
Tech partners: Microsoft – MIRO (+ more TBA)
Full challenge descriptions will be shared with accepted participants.

Who should apply

Students, graduates, young professionals, founders – anyone between 18 and 35 who wants to build, learn, and connect. Whether you code, design, strategize, or just ship things – there’s a place for you.
Applications are open now. Spots are limited to 350 participants.
The ChefTreff AI Hackathon is part of the Future Leader Summit 2026 – Europe’s leading talent event. Organized by Be Brave gUG, a non-profit on a mission to inspire and empower the next generation of leaders.

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