Innovate. Build. Scale.

ENGINEERING THE
NEXT FRONTIER.

A premium 48-hour global hackathon for developers pushing the boundaries of AI, Web3, and mission-critical technology.

Event Date

OCTOBER 14-16, 2024

Location

TECH HUB, SAN FRANCISCO / HYBRID

Prize Pool

$150,000 USD

About the Hackathon

WHERE VISIONARIES
MEET EXECUTION.

Crimson Horizon isn't just a coding competition; it's a high-stakes environment where the brightest technical minds converge to solve real-world problems. We provide the infrastructure, the mentorship, and the stage. You provide the code.

Designed for senior developers, researchers, and innovative students, our goal is to foster meaningful breakthroughs in sectors that define the next decade of human progress.

500+

Developers

48h

Coding Time

25+

Mentors

$150k

Prize Pool

Innovation Domains

CHOOSE YOUR TRACK.

01

AI/ML

Generative models, predictive analytics, and autonomous systems solving enterprise challenges.

02

WEB DEVELOPMENT

Scalable cloud-native architectures, edge computing, and high-performance user interfaces.

03

BLOCKCHAIN/WEB3

Decentralized protocols, smart contract innovation, and trustless governance systems.

04

FINTECH

Next-gen payment gateways, algorithmic trading tools, and personal finance management.

05

HEALTHTECH

Digital diagnostics, telemedicine infrastructure, and bio-data security.

06

OPEN INNOVATION

Tackle any problem you see fit. Wildcard entries for unconventional thinkers.

The Roadmap

EVENT TIMELINE.

Sep 01

Registration Opens

Application portal goes live for individual and team entries.

Oct 05

Team Formation & Kickoff

Virtual networking sessions to finalize teams and mentorship assignment.

Oct 14

Hacking Begins

48-hour sprint begins. Regular workshops and mentor check-ins.

Oct 16

Final Submission

Code repos frozen. Video demonstrations and documentation due.

Oct 18

Grand Finale

Top teams pitch to judges. Awards ceremony and prize distribution.

Strategic Partners

SUPPORTING THE ECOSYSTEM.

Platinum Sponsors
Gold Sponsors

Rewards

PRIZE POOL BREAKDOWN.

1st Place
$60,000
  • Global Mentorship
  • Incubation Support
  • Cloud Credits: $50k
  • Developer Conference Trip
2nd Place
$35,000
  • Professional Mentorship
  • Premium Tool Subscriptions
  • Cloud Credits: $25k
3rd Place
$15,000
  • Technical Consulting
  • Hardware Goodies
  • Cloud Credits: $10k
Best UI/UX
$5,000
Best Use of AI
$5,000
Social Impact Award
$5,000
Community Favorite
$5,000

The Protocol

RULES & ELIGIBILITY.

1

Teams can consist of 1 to 4 members.

2

All code must be written during the 48-hour hacking window.

3

Existing projects or pre-built modules are not allowed unless explicitly declared.

4

Use of open-source libraries and APIs is highly encouraged.

5

Submissions must include a GitHub repository link and a demo video.

6

Decisions made by the panel of judges are final and binding.

Inquiries

FREQUENTLY ASKED.

The hackathon is open to developers, designers, and innovators globally. You must be at least 18 years old.

It is a hybrid event. You can participate online from anywhere in the world or join us at our San Francisco Tech Hub.

No, participation is completely free. However, registration does not guarantee a spot as we vet applications for technical competence.

We review your GitHub profile, portfolio, and previous hackathon experience to ensure a high-quality competitive environment.

On-site participants get high-speed internet, power, and meals. Virtual participants get access to private discord channels and cloud credits.