ATLANTEC AI CHallenge
Unlock the power of Artificial Intelligence and help shape the future of technology at the AtlanTec AI Challenge 2025, powered by Liberty IT.
This year as part of itag’s AtlanTec Festival ‘Shaping the Future of Technology Innovation’ we will be hosting an AI hackathon. The two-day event will bring innovators, tech enthusiasts, and industry leaders from across Galway together to develop cutting-edge AI solutions that tackle real-world challenges.
This is a fantastic opportunity to collaborate with likeminded individuals whether you’re an expert or just beginning your AI journey. All skill levels are welcome. Register as a team of 4 or come join one at our kick-off event!
Team sign-up will close Friday, 3rd April at 5pm.
AI Challenge Rules & Information
For those already signed up please check out the following relevant documents:
1. Rules of Engagement
2. Annex A: Essential Tasks – Suggested Problem Statements and Datasets
3. Annex B: Optional Infrastructure needs
If you have any further questions, please contact our AI Challenge Co-ordinator Jim Deely: jdeely@itag.ie
AI Challenge Overview
Date: Tuesday, 6th May 2025
Time: 5:00 – 8:00 pm
Location: PorterShed Market Street
Enjoy pizza and snacks while meeting fellow participants. Get briefed on the challenges ahead, including AI fundamentals, ethics, and cybersecurity insights. It’s the perfect opportunity to network and prepare for the main event.
Date: Friday, 16th May 2025
Time: 9:30 am – 5:00 pm
Location: University of Galway
Collaborate with your team to develop AI solutions using provided resources and mentorship. Present your solutions to industry judges for a chance to win prizes and gain recognition.
- Connect with AI enthusiasts, developers, students, and professionals.
- Solve real-world problems and see your ideas come to life.
- Gain access to workshops on AI fundamentals, ethics, and cybersecurity, with guidance from experienced mentors in academia and industry.
- Expand your professional network within the AI & tech community.
- Exciting prizes and giveaways.
Three separate prizes will be awarded based on the following categories:
- Tech excellence – Clever Card €2,000
- Most Innovative – Clever Card €1,000
- Upskilling Excellence award – Clever Card €600
- Spot prizes (coming during 16th)
