National AI Hackathon 2026 — Khorezm Stage

The National AI Hackathon continues its tour of Uzbekistan's regions with a four-day stage in Khorezm, 17–20 September 2026, hosted at Ma'mun University in Urgench (9 Sanoatchilar Street). Organised by the AI Alliance NGO, the regional stages are the qualifying route into the grand final in Tashkent in December, where the strongest teams from across the country present their work. Earlier stops this summer ran in Navoi (10–13 August) and Qarshi (15–18 August). Tracks

• Healthcare and pharmaceuticals
• Education
• Entrepreneurship

Format Four days of building with mentors and workshops from practising AI specialists, closing with a jury presentation. Registration is individual — teams are formed on site at the start of the event, so participants do not need to arrive with a group. Prizes

• 1st place — Apple MacBook Air
• 2nd place — 20,000,000 UZS
• 3rd place — 10,000,000 UZS
• Special awards for best presentation and for social impact

Who can take part Open to participants aged 16 and over who have not previously competed in this regional stage. Participation is free. Applications close on 15 September at 23:59.

Event website