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
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.
Developers
Coding Time
Mentors
Prize Pool
Generative models, predictive analytics, and autonomous systems solving enterprise challenges.
Scalable cloud-native architectures, edge computing, and high-performance user interfaces.
Decentralized protocols, smart contract innovation, and trustless governance systems.
Next-gen payment gateways, algorithmic trading tools, and personal finance management.
Digital diagnostics, telemedicine infrastructure, and bio-data security.
Tackle any problem you see fit. Wildcard entries for unconventional thinkers.
Application portal goes live for individual and team entries.
Virtual networking sessions to finalize teams and mentorship assignment.
48-hour sprint begins. Regular workshops and mentor check-ins.
Code repos frozen. Video demonstrations and documentation due.
Top teams pitch to judges. Awards ceremony and prize distribution.
Teams can consist of 1 to 4 members.
All code must be written during the 48-hour hacking window.
Existing projects or pre-built modules are not allowed unless explicitly declared.
Use of open-source libraries and APIs is highly encouraged.
Submissions must include a GitHub repository link and a demo video.
Decisions made by the panel of judges are final and binding.
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.