ARIC-Tipp | 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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