Previous Challenges
ACE brings together the most critical challenges regarding the technology of AI as a means to find innovative solutions. Below you may discover the thematic areas of challenges that you are invited to address, either by participating in the Sponsors’ Challenge Track or the Open Track!
Sponsors’ Challenge Track
Here AI innovation meets real business needs. Sponsor companies present real-world challenges from diverse industries, from energy and finance to retail and gaming. Teams are invited to co-create practical AI solutions with direct market impact and mentorship from industry experts
More on sponsor's challengeOpen Track
Your idea, your AI innovation! An open space for creativity and experimentation. Participants can propose their own AI-powered concepts across any domain and turn their vision into reality.
More on open trackSponsors' Challenge Track
See examples of up and coming business-needs-based challenges as well as previous AI Hackathon's challenges below, and utilize them as food for thought for your own AI-driven solution! Additional sponsor's challenges will be included in the application form.
AI for talent intelligence & workforce optimization
Using AI to simplify talent matching, optimize workforce allocation and support better people-related decisions.
AI-driven Internal Talent Matching & Workforce Optimization
LAMDA Development Challenge 2026
Open Track
See the general thematic areas of potential challenges below, and utilize them as food for thought for your own entrepreneurial AI-driven solution! You think your idea may not fall under any of these thematic areas? That’s OK! You can still apply!
Social Sensitivity & Accessibility
Harness the power of AI to address societal issues and promote inclusivity. This can involve creating tools that help diffirently-abled individuals navigate their environment, applications that combat social biases, or platforms that connect marginalized communities with essential resources.