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Harness the Green and Ride the Blue: The Future Tech Hackathon is Here!

Are you a budding entrepreneur, a curious student, or a dreamer with a startup idea scribbled on a
napkin? If the answer is a resounding yes, then mark your calendars for the most exhilarating hackathon
of the year! From October 26-28, 2023, the great cities of Zagreb and Split will be the epicenters of
innovation, hosting a hackathon that marries Green Industry with Blue Growth.

Zagreb is calling for all GREEN ideas and Split summons all BLUE ideas, no matter what stage you are in. The GREEN HACKATHON in Zagreb and the BLUE HACKATHON in Split will take place in person and simultaneously. Up to 10 teams per city will shift their ideas to new level under guidance and
supervision of experienced hackathon team from ALGEBRA.

This is not just a competition but a platform to turn your groundbreaking ideas into reality, a gathering
of like-minded individuals, and a playground to foster innovation that could lead to sustainable
industrial solutions and blue economy breakthroughs.

Open to all dreamers! 

Welcome to an ecosystem of creativity and practical solutions, where your ideas will take root and
flourish. Whether you’re a young entrepreneur, a passionate student, an aspiring startup founder, or
just a curious soul, this hackathon is the stage for your ideas to evolve and thrive.
What do we offer? A nurturing environment with mentors who have been there and done that, ample
sustenance to keep those brainwaves flowing, and a community of inquisitive minds to interact and
collaborate with. All you need to pack along is your laptop, a mind brimming with ideas, and the kind of
energy that fuels innovation.

And let’s not forget the cherry on top.

The winning team in both GREEN HACKATHON and BLUE HACKATHON not only take home a EUR 1 500 cash prize and online business skills program but also bag a fully paid expedition to the picturesque landscapes of Norway. An opportunity to broaden your horizons, network with the Norwegian tech ecosystem, and perhaps, see the Northern Lights as you mull over how the hackathon propelled you closer to your dream.

Here’s a sneak peek at what’s waiting for you:

  •  Mentorship from industry stalwarts who have weathered the startup storms and come out
    shining.
  • An opportunity to network with a community that shares your passion for sustainable and impactful solutions.
  • Delicious, energy-fueling meals to keep you going as you hack away to glory.
  • A chance to showcase your solution to an audience that matters, gaining visibility and invaluable feedback.
  • No coding involved

This is more than a competition; it is a voyage of discovery, a nurturing ground for your innovative ideas
aimed at bolstering green industries and propelling blue growth. So, are you ready to take the plunge
and ride the wave of innovation?

The future is green, the growth is blue, and the opportunity is golden.

Are you in? Apply HERE!

Reserve your spot in the saga that will be spoken about in the tech corridors. Visit our website to register now and keep the dates blocked.

Please note that application is possible only until Monday 23 October 2023 so hurry up!

You wouldn’t want to miss this for the world!

This extraordinary event is made possible by the incredible enthusiasm of our community and the support of Norway. Supported by the Norway Grants 2014-2021, in the frame of the Business Development and Innovation Croatia Programme.