Adopt AI Hackathons 2026

About the Event Adopt AI Hackathons 2026 is a multi-day, in-person hackathon taking place December 2–4, 2026 at the iconic Grand Palais in Paris. Organised by Adopt AI – Grand Palais, the event aims to bring together students, institutions, and industry leaders around strategic technological challenges. The organisers’ conviction: tomorrow’s challenges will be met through the convergence of talents, expertise, and visions. The ambition is to create spaces where those who imagine, experiment, decide, and transform can learn from one another and build together. ## Who It's For - Students from leading engineering schools and universities – bringing creativity, curiosity, and the ability to explore new paths. - Institutions – sharing their vision of major public-interest challenges and real-world operational needs. - Industry partners – contributing expertise, technologies, and the ability to turn promising ideas into concrete solutions. ## Key Challenge Themes - ⚛️ Quantum Defence - 🛸 Drone Defence - 🤖 Robotics Defence - 🛡️ Disinformation & Democratic Sovereignty Each stakeholder brings an essential piece of the puzzle. Together, they build the solutions of tomorrow. ## How to Get Involved Applications for the Quantum Defence Hackathon are now open. Apply here. ## Register Now 👉 Learn more and register for Adopt AI Hackathons 2026