BME HackNight & Day
Until the hackathon begins
24 hours. One fintech product. Professional mentors. Can you survive and thrive?
Challenge
Participants form teams of 2 - 4 and develop a fintech startup idea within 24 hours. The experience simulates real-world startup pressure, including tight deadlines, limited sleep, and a strong focus on creativity, innovation, and problem-solving.
Where & When & Who Can Participate
Where
BME Building Q (QBF10, 11, 13, 14, and 15)
When
4pm, March 6 - 8pm, March 7
Who Can Participate
Students of BME & AIT
Food and refreshments will be provided throughout the event :)
Announcement
Read the announcement text on the BME AUT website!
Go to the AUT WebsiteRules
- Complete creative freedom: any idea, concept, or level of technical depth is welcome.
- No restrictions on programming languages, frameworks, technologies, or the use of AI.
- At least one laptop per team is required.
- Each participant may be a member of only one team for the duration of the hackathon.
- Teams should consist of 2 to 4 participants; solo participants are welcome and we will help form teams if needed.
Prizes
Please, read the announcement on the BME AUT website.
Our Recommendations
We encourage you to be creative, curious, and proactive. During the hackathon, we will provide high-level directions and challenge areas, and it will be up to you to transform them into meaningful fintech solutions. There is no single “correct” approach - originality and clarity of thinking are key.
- Interpret the challenge your way: use the provided directions as a starting point, then define the specific problem you want to solve.
- Focus on impact: think about who your solution is for and what real value it creates. Even a simple idea can be powerful if the problem is well chosen and well explained.
- Keep solutions focused: a clear concept with a convincing prototype is more effective than a complex and confusing product. Aim to demonstrate feasibility and vision.
- Iterate with mentor feedback: use the opportunity to consult professional mentors to refine your direction, validate assumptions, and improve both your solution and pitch.
- Bring comfortable clothing and personal hygiene items because you will stay at university overnight.
- Plan your time wisely: Define roles early, set milestones, and reserve time to polish your pitch.
Good luck, and we look forward to seeing your innovative solutions at the hackathon!