Building India’s Future with AI: Join the Gen AI Exchange Hackathon by Google

Shriya Karanam -

Gen AI Exchange Hackathon by Google, supported by MEITY Startup Hub and Startup India is a 3 month long hackathon that aims to harness the power of AI to unlock real-world business and societal opportunities. This hackathon endeavors to unlock the collective potential of over 13 million developers and leverage the unparalleled capabilities of AI to unlock large-scale business opportunities in India.

We are bringing together this hackathon through a diverse collaboration of VCs, developers, some of India’s largest enterprises, Think Tanks, and ecosystem partners from the AI ecosystem. With Google's expertise and the support of our incredible partners, we'll empower you with the knowledge, tools, and mentorship you need to make your AI dreams a reality.

So, what makes this hackathon unique?

The Gen AI Exchange Hackathon stands out by empowering you to solve real-world business challenges using Google’s Generative AI and Google Cloud technology—the same tools behind 90% of Gen AI unicorns. You'll have the opportunity to build industry-leading solutions with cutting-edge tools trusted by the world’s biggest companies.

You’ll also have access to top investors for mentorship and funding, helping you scale your project beyond the hackathon. Plus, you can earn Google Cloud Skill Badges, recognized across the industry, while competing for $40,000 in cash prizes, internships with partners, and a chance to showcase your work at an exclusive event attended by senior industry leaders, VCs, and Google AI leaders.

Roadshows Across India: Setting an Exciting Stage for What’s to Come

The Gen AI Exchange Hackathon roadshows lit up the tech scene in Mumbai, Hyderabad, Chennai, Pune, Delhi, and Bangalore, creating a buzz and setting the stage for what was to come. These roadshows weren’t just about learning; they were about sparking ideas, connecting brilliant minds, and showing how AI can transform industries. By bringing together developers, students, and AI enthusiasts, we created an environment where innovation thrives, and the seeds of groundbreaking projects were planted.

For the Gen AI Exchange Hackathon, these roadshows were designed to give participants a deep dive into Google’s Gemini AI, offering a crash course in AI fundamentals and hackathon 101. But more than that, they set an exciting foundation for the months ahead, laying out the challenges and opportunities for anyone ready to make their mark.

Leverage AI to Solve Real-World Challenges

The power of AI is in its ability to solve real problems, and that’s exactly what this hackathon is about. Whether it's transforming urban planning, driving sustainability, reimagining healthcare, or reshaping the future of fintech, AI has the potential to unlock solutions that were once out of reach. With the Gen AI Exchange Hackathon, you’ll get the chance to tackle these challenges head-on, using AI to create smarter systems and more efficient processes that could shape the future of industries like manufacturing, travel, education, and more.

For students, we’ve created exclusive problem statements to get you started. Whether you’re new to AI or looking to level up, this is your chance to dive into the world of AI, learn from the best, and build solutions that matter.

Read more about the problem statements here: https://devfolio.co/google-genaiexchange/challenges

Submissions have begun—choose your challenge, start building, and get ready to redefine what’s possible with AI!

The Gen AI Exchange Hackathon is divided into three exciting phases.

  • Phase 1 runs from August 12 to October 2, 2024, where participants register, form teams, and choose from 20 problem statements.
  • In Phase 2 from October 6 to 10, the top 5 teams per problem statement will receive 1:1 mentorship from Google engineers, industry experts, and VCs to refine their prototypes.
  • Phase 3 takes place from October 11 to 14, where final submissions will be made to the esteemed jury.

The hackathon culminates with an in-person Showcase Day on October 18 in Delhi NCR, where the top projects will be presented to senior industry leaders, VCs, and Google AI experts.

Who can participate?

The Gen AI Exchange Hackathon welcomes participants from all backgrounds. Working professionals can leverage their industry expertise and fresh perspectives to tackle real-world business challenges with AI, while student developers have the opportunity to showcase their coding skills, gain invaluable AI experience, and expand their professional networks. Freelancers can grow their portfolios and display their AI talents to industry leaders, and entrepreneurs can address exciting business problems, access Google’s cutting-edge AI resources, benefit from mentorship, and connect with investors to take their projects to the next level. No matter your background, there’s a place for you to innovate and make a real impact.

Now, Where Do You Begin?

Google AI Studio is your gateway to exploring AI development with ease, offering an intuitive interface and powerful tools.

  1. Visit Google AI Studio to begin your AI journey.
  2. Log In: Sign in with your Google account to access all the tools you’ll need.
  3. Create an API Key: Generate your API key to start building with Gemini AI.

For more details, visit Get Started Here and start tinkering with the problem statements.

Need more help getting started? Watch Harsh Dattani from Google’s Developer Relations team for a hands-on workshop where he’ll guide you through Generative AI and how to leverage Google’s Gemini tools in your projects!

What’s Next?

The hackathon is heating up with masterclasses and speaker sessions already in full swing since September 16th. You can expect to hear from industry experts and leaders who are driving innovation in AI, sharing insights, and helping you build impactful solutions.

You’ll hear from industry experts like Rajan Anandan (Peak XV & Surge), Nitin Sharma (Antler India), Apurva Chamaria (Google India), Manish Gupta (Google DeepMind), Aastha Grover (Vice President, Startup India) and more who will share insights on leveraging AI for real-world solutions. This is the perfect time to dive into the problem statements and begin shaping your solutions.

What Are You Waiting For?

Don’t miss your chance to be part of the Gen AI Exchange Hackathon—register now, and start submitting your projects today! Join Here.

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