HACK_002: 24-Hour AI Hackathon

HACK_002: Signal From Tomorrow 24-Hour In-Person AI Hackathon · Vienna · 26–27 September 2026 → Visit the official HACK_002 website → View photo impressions from HACK_001 HACK_002 is a 24-hour, in-person AI hackathon bringing together builders, researchers, designers, founders, students, hardware makers, and domain experts in Vienna. Over one focused weekend, small teams will turn ambitious ideas into working prototypes. This is not just about writing code: research, product thinking, system design, hardware, storytelling, and deep domain knowledge matter just as much. Come to experiment with bleeding-edge technology, meet people outside your usual bubble, exchange skills, and build the first version of something meaningful. 🎯 Who Should Join? You belong here if you are a: No developer background required. Apply solo or in a team of 1–4 people. Team formation also happens on-site and in the participant Discord. ⚡ Hackathon Tracks Build a prototype in one of four dedicated challenge tracks (or propose your own): Output: Teams submit a 3-minute video and a working prototype on Sunday at 12:00. 🛠️ Day 0: AI Crash Course & Briefing (Friday, 25 Sep) Accepted participants are invited to the Day 0 in-person onboarding session at HOIV: 🕒 Weekend Schedule Overview 📍 Location HOIV — Home of Innovation Arsenalstraße 11, 1030 Vienna, Austria HOIV is a 4,500 m² innovation hub with coworking floors, labs, and creative breakout spaces. The venue remains open throughout the complete 24-hour build window (overnight building supported). 📋 Key Facts About Telos Circle Telos Circle is a Vienna-based nonprofit bringing builders, researchers, and founders together around ideas worth pursuing. Our events create the spark; a committed network helps turn those ideas into projects, companies, and lasting collaborations. 🌐 Full details & briefing on the HACK_002 website ✉️ Questions? Contact us at [email protected].