IBSU to Host the Two-Day Innovative brAInvest Hackathon

Registration for brAInvest Hackathon is Now Open!

On May 23-24, the International Black Sea University (IBSU) will host the brAInvest Hackathon-a two-day intensive event dedicated to young innovators.

Our mission is to immerse young talent in entrepreneurship-based education, foster innovative thinking, and strengthen collaborative skills.

How It Works
● Teams: Participants will compete in teams of 3 to 5 members.
● Registration: You can register as a team or individually. Individual registrants will form teams on-site during the event.
● The Challenge: Over 48 hours, teams will tackle real-world challenges, build innovative prototypes, and pitch them to a professional jury.
● The Ecosystem: This is a unique platform bringing together IBSU students, students aged 16+, expert mentors, and leaders of the tech ecosystem.

What You’ll Achieve
● Develop an innovative startup prototype.
● Prepare a professional Pitch Deck.
● Present your vision to a panel of judges.
● Exclusive Access: Teams will gain access to the Orbit AI platform (based on MIT’s innovative methodology) to accelerate project development and prototyping.

Hackathon Tracks
● EduTech
● AI & Robotics
● Web3 & FinTech
● Startup & Digital Innovation

Mentors & Jury
Learn from the best! Our panel includes MIT-trained lecturers, startup mentors, and the Director of CityPay.io.

Prize Pool: 5,000 GEL
1st Place: 2,500 GEL
2nd Place: 1,500 GEL
3rd Place: 1,000 GEL

Key Details
Working Language: Hybrid (Georgian & English)
Pitch Deck: English (Mandatory)
Deadline: May 20, 2026

Register Here: https://forms.gle/1bpgghf3CAh8M9Ts5

Sign up now and turn your idea into a real startup!