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AMD AI League

Starts Sep 1, 2026

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Build Your AI Startup #2: Edge Runners

Join the Hackathon and Build Your AI Startup in 7 Days!


πŸš€ Elevate Your Hackathon Prototype into a Startup.


🀜 Find Teammates from a 150k+ Builder Community.


πŸ† Win an opportunity to participate in the lablab NEXT accelerator.


🌍 Connect with a Global AI Community and Innovate Together.

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About lablab NEXT

NEXTΒ is a dynamic 6-week accelerator program designed to slingshot startup prototypes and MVPs (Minimum Viable Products) into the market. Participants receive intensive, hands-on guidance from industry experts, ensuring they have the tools, knowledge, and support needed to succeed.

For our top performers from the lablab.ai community, it is an excellent opportunity to bring their innovative ideas to life and make a real impact in the competitive business world. πŸš€

What's in it for you?
β€’Β Expert Mentorship:Β Work closely with seasoned professionals who provide invaluable insights and advice.
β€’Β Market Readiness:Β Develop a robust plan to successfully launch your MVP.

  • β€’Β Networking Opportunities:Β Connect with fellow entrepreneurs and industry leaders.
  • β€’Β Resource Access:Β Gain access to tools, templates, and resources to streamline your startup journey.


πŸ”₯Β Don't Miss Out:Β Admission is based on availability and specific criteria, so apply now to secure your place in this prestigious program and start building the foundations of your successful startup!


Join our Hackathon!

Build your own startup and transform your idea into reality over three days, fromΒ August 16th to August 23rd.
Shape Your AI Product
Kickstart your startup journey by participating in the AI Startup Building Challenge. You'll have a chance to develop your prototype with guidance from mentors and a supportive community of AI enthusiasts.
Learn and Engage with AI Leaders
We provide access to a wide range of tutorials tailored to both beginners and advanced learners. During the Hackathon, mentors and our team will be available to assist and answer your queries.
Meet Like-Minded Innovators
This is the perfect opportunity to network with people who share your passion for harnessing technology and AI for tangible impact. You might discover your next co-founder, partner, or users right here!

Hackathon Challenge

Get AI/ML API Credits!

Hey builders! πŸš€


Exciting news for the teamsΒ who created or joined a team for the hackathon!Β We’re giving awayΒ 1000 keys with $10Β in AI/ML API credits,Β for the free subscription week with an access to all Llama 3.1 modelsΒ to supercharge your AI projects!Β Access them by using a promo code that will be announced on August 16th.

With over 100 models from LLama, Qwen and Flux, the AI/ML API covers all your needs, from image generation to computer vision with just one API. ✨


Here’s how you can claim your subscription and get started:


β€’Β Use theΒ free subscription week with an access to all Llama 3.1 modelsΒ Β to kickstart your project and bring your innovative ideas to life.


β€’Β Promo codeΒ will be announced on August 16th during the kick-off stream and will be available for the first 1000 people who claim it.Β 


β€’Β Access free subscription weekΒ by registering on AI/ML API website, choosing the Startup plan and entering the promo code.Β Access will beΒ available starting from August 16th.

β€’Β For the technical support, visit AI/ML API Discord.Β Β Β 



Important Notes:


β€’Β Credits are provided by AI/ML API and are subject to their delivery.


β€’Β Lablab is not responsible or liable if AI/ML APIΒ Β does not provide the credits.

β€’Β Please note that the AI/ML API is a subscription-based service. If you do not plan to continue using it after the hackathon, please remember to cancel your subscription to avoid any charges.



🎁 Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity. Gather your team and sign up now! ⏳✨


Suggested Technologies

Llama 3

Explore Meta Llama 3, the next generation of state-of-the-art open-source large language models, offering groundbreaking features and enhanced performance.

TinyLlama

TinyLlama, is a compact AI model ideal for low-resource applications. It excels in conversational AI and real-time text generation, supporting edge device deployment.

Phi-3

The Phi-3 model family by Microsoft offers efficient, accessible small language models (SLMs) for high-quality AI on limited resources. Ideal for mobile, edge deployments, natural language tasks, and coding.

OpenELM

OpenELM, developed by Apple, is a family of Transformer-based language models optimized for devices with limited memory and computational resources, balancing high performance with efficiency.

Llama 3 via AI/ML API

Discover the cutting-edge capabilities of Meta Llama 3, the latest evolution in open-source large language models, now accessible through AI/ML APIs for enhanced performance and innovative features.

Prizes











πŸ†Β A fast-track to your interview for theΒ lablab NEXTΒ acceleration program.πŸ†Β 

Please be awareΒ that participation in Lablab.ai hackathons is voluntary and subject to the specific rules and conditions outlined for each event. While we strive to provide a fair and rewarding experience for all participants, we cannot guarantee entry or success in securing prizes. All prizes and opportunities are subject to availability and participants must meet the established criteria to qualify. Lablab.ai is not responsible nor held liable for any commitments or offers - including programs, giveaways, or prizes - made by third-party sponsors or partners of the hackathon. The availability and delivery of third-party prizes or benefits are solely at the discretion of the respective sponsors and are not guaranteed by Lablab.ai. We reserve the right to make amendments, modifications, or cancellations to any part of the hackathon (including full cancellation of the event itself), including prizes and terms of participation, at our sole discretion. Whenever possible, we will endeavor to notify participants of significant changes within a reasonable timeframe. All submissions by participants must be original work, open source, and compliant with the MIT License unless specified otherwise. By participating, you agree to these terms, the overall event terms, and the Lablab.ai general terms and are encouraged to review all event-related information carefully. Prize Distribution: Lablab.ai and its partners reserve the right to distribute all prizes within a 90-day period following the end date of the hackathon. This period allows for the proper processing and verification needed to award prizes appropriately.

Judging Criteria
Application of Technology
How effectively the chosen model(s) are integrated into the solution.
Presentation
The clarity and effectiveness of the project presentation.
Business Value
The potential impact and practical value of the solution.
Originality
Uniqueness and creativity in addressing the challenge.

Hackathon Details

Join lablab.ai hackathon and innovate using the latest models in the market. Discover all the relevant details below.
πŸ—“οΈ Where and when
The start date of the hackathon is mentioned according to the date specified on the hackathon page, cover and schedule. The hackathon will take place on the lablab.ai platform and lablab.ai Discord server.
πŸ¦ΈπŸΌβ€β™‚οΈ Who can join?
Everyone is welcome to participate, regardless of previous AI or coding experience! We encourage anyone with a passion for AI or an interest in exploring how it can be used in their field to join.
πŸ˜… What about teams?
If you don't have a team, don't worry! You can connect with other participants from all over the world on our dashboard or Discord server. We also recommend checking out our Discord server to find teammates and bounce around ideas. You can join the server here.
πŸ› οΈ How to participate
The hackathon will take place online on lablab.ai platform and lablab.ai Discord Server. Please register for both in order to participate. To participate click the "Enroll" button at the bottom of the page and read our Hackathon Guidelines and Getting Started Guide.
🧠 Get prepared / Use Lablab.ai to Learn About AI
To get ready for the hackathon, visit our AI Tech pages and read up on all the available technologies. You can also check out our tutorials page for more information on how to use them. Get a head start on your project by using the resources on lablab.ai!

Event Schedule

  • To be announced
AMD AI League

Next Hackathon

AMD AI League

Starts Sep 1, 2026

Join this hackathon β†’