Eurovision and technology? Yes!
For the first time, we are calling Israeli developers and startups to develop new ways to access and enjoy live broadcasts. The best solutions will be considered for a pilot by KAN and the European Broadcasting Union - and enter every European household.
Europe, welcome to the Startup Nation!
THE CHALLENGES
THE
ACCESSIBILITY
CHALLENGE
Give people with disabilities an equal opportunity to enjoy the Eurovision Song Contest.
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THE LIVE
CHALLENGE
Upgrade the live broadcast experience for Eurovision fans across Europe.
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TECHNOLOGY TOOLBOX
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Microsoft provides a range of resources and Technology gurus to support the hackathon participants.
The Platforms Microsoft provides will include cloud based applications, AI and Data Tools, computer vision services and more.
Click now for more info and resources!
PRIZES
ALL TOP 3 Will be considered for a pilot in the next Eurovision Song Contest by KAN and EBU
1ST PLACE
5 tickets to the Final of Eurovision 2019 in Tel Aviv
2ND PLACE
5 tickets to Semi-Final 2
3RD PLACE
5 tickets to Semi-Final 1
DESIGNERS
PROGRAMMERS
ENTREPRENEURS
WHO CAN
PARTICIPATE?
STARTUPS
TIMELINE
#ISRAELCODING
March 9th
Registration opens
March 25th
Kdam EuroHack
Meetup
@Microsoft Reactor
April 1st
Registrations Deadline
April 4-5th
Hackathon
@Microsoft Reactor
April 29th
Grand Final
RULES
When and where is the EuroHack Hackathon?
The hackathon begins on Thursday April 4th 2019 at 9:00 and ends on Friday April 5th 2019 at 13:00. It will take place at Microsoft Reactor (WeWork), Dubnov 7, Tel Aviv.
The 10 finalists will compete in the grand final on April 30th.
What is the deadline to apply?
To apply, you need a team. You can apply right here. Applications deadline has been extended to April 1st.
What if I don't have a team?
1. Find one in the Facebook group.
2. Join the meetup on March 25th (details in the group).
3. If you're having trouble finding a team, please apply alone and we'll try to help.
WHAT IS A HACKATHON?
A hackathon is a creative competition in which participants spend 24 hours creating, developing, designing, and pitching a solution to a challenge.
