Join the Info Session! Conquer the World with Your App in Fukuoka | The World's Largest Mobile App Hackathon 'Shipaton 2026' (Grand Prize of 10 Million Yen)

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Conquer the world with your app. Kicking off on August 1.Japan Tour Volume 5, Fukuoka.No need for engineering experience or substantial funds. It's an era where you can challenge the world with just one idea, using AI. The stage for this is the world's largest mobile app hackathon 'Shipaton 2026', where apps are developed, published on stores, and their sales are competed. As a special initiative in Japan, the nationwide info session tour, starting from Okinawa, is finally arriving in Fukuoka.What is Shipaton?Shipaton is an online global contest hosted by the U.S. company RevenueCat, which provides a monetization platform for apps. It runs from August 1 to the end of September. Last year, over 50,000 people participated globally, generating total sales exceeding 1 billion yen from the apps created. The winners, 'Payout', were developed by a 23-year-old using AI in just two weeks, achieving sales of about 5 million yen during the contest. A few apps reached 3 million downloads, and a new wave of hackathon entrepreneurs is emerging.Just by participating, you'll find a treasure trove of opportunities.Participation BenefitsEligibility: No restrictionsParticipation MethodCome and listen first.This info session will provide an overview of Shipaton, along with sessions on AI-driven development, insights into the app industry from experts, and opportunities for networking among participants. Don't overthink it; feel free to drop by.Content of the DaySpeakers (in order of appearance)Yoshiyuki Ueda, Country Director, Japan, RevenueCatTsuyoshi Hashiguchi, CEO, Arty Intelligence LabShoya Sakamoto, CEO, AlethneYosuke Sato, Strategic Business Consultant, Braze"It's challenging to stay updated on AI news in rural areas"—Due to this sentiment, I began sharing on X in June 2025. I actively participated in exchanges on X and real events in Tokyo, gradually expanding my activities to YouTube streaming within six months and offline events within a year, significantly increasing my connections with others.Currently, I am practicing the idea that "AI is something to be 'nurtured' rather than just used." I provide my own domain to AI and teach it. My AI assistant, 'Nyapan', is learning about the realm of "me" and supporting my daily activities.Guided by connections formed on X, I stand here today to embody the mission that "anyone can challenge the world with AI".Profile: A freelance web developer residing in Saga. I focus on front-end work and handle contracted development, project development, and building workflows that utilize AI. This time, as 'Mohi Nyapan', I am also organizing Enjoy AI Developing and supporting AIDD activities.Recommended for:Engineers and non-engineers are very welcome. Whether you want to start something or just have a bit of curiosity, let's meet at the venue. If you can't attend in person, please pre-register now (takes 10 seconds, free) at https://revenuecat-shipaton-2026.devpost.com/