MantisGrid AI Hackathon & Summit 2026

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🚀 MantisGrid AI Hackathon & Summit: Build the Future of AI Reliability 📅 September 17, 2026 · Palo Alto, California About the Event Powerful AI requires more than advanced models—it depends on infrastructure that is reliable, observable, fast, and efficient. Spend one day building practical tools for mining infrastructure data, intelligent model routing, or AI reliability. Compete for a share of our $10,000 cash prize pool. Choose one challenge track or combine ideas across multiple tracks. We’ll provide APIs📊, public infrastructure datasets🛠️, a starter notebook💻, mentors🤝, and a community of builders to support you throughout the hackathon. After the competition, join the AI Reliability Summit, featuring industry leaders, founders, and investors discussing the future of AI infrastructure and reliability. Wrap up the day with an evening networking reception providing food, beer, and non-alcoholic beverages. Timeline 🏆 Prizes & Opportunities Compete across multiple award categories for a $10,000 cash prize pool: 👥 Speakers & Judges Projects will be judged by Founders, VCs, and Professors — Full lineup coming soon. ❓ Good to know Who should join: University students, researchers, developers, founders, and industry professionals Team format: Teams of up to 5 · Solo builders welcome What to bring: Laptop and charger Food and drinks: Lunch and dinner provided · Non-alcoholic options available. Beer and wine available for guests 21+ with valid ID. Registration: Free to attend · Register by September 5 Hackathon Challenge Tracks & Judging Criteria