The Alibaba Cloud Philippines AI Hackathon 2025 brings university students from diverse backgrounds across the Philippines to solve real-world industry challenges. Participants will use AI to create impactful, scalable solutions and gain experience with cutting-edge technology.
The Philippines has long embraced digitalization and emerging tech, establishing itself as a global innovation hub. This hackathon aligns with the Philippines's tech-forward culture. Alibaba Cloud is excited to support participants with top cloud infrastructure, AI tools, and expertise. We aim to inspire students to innovate, problem-solve, and bring their ideas to life.
Whether you're a developer, AI enthusiast, or tech visionary, this is your chance to showcase your skills, network with industry leaders, and make a real impact!
Date: 19-20 November 2025
Location: Miriam Colleges Auditorium
Katipunan Avenue, Loyola Heights, Quezon City 1108
Bring your ideas to life using Alibaba Cloud's latest AI tools, and gain hands-on experience from industry experts.
Connect with top professionals, mentors, and fellow participants to enhance your projects and career opportunities.
Build your solutions, win exciting prizes, and gain recognition for your innovative contributions to build AI Solution.
Prizes and Benefits
The winners will receive a total of USD 8,000 in prizes, including cash, merchandise and Alibaba Cloud credits
PHP 50,000 (Cash)
$3,000 USD Alibaba Cloud Credits
Trophy and Certificate
Special Souvenirs & Global Exposure
PHP 30,000 (Cash)
$2,000 USD Alibaba Cloud Credits
Trophy and Certificate
Special Souvenirs & Global Exposure
PHP 15,000 (Cash)
$1,000 USD Alibaba Cloud Credits
Trophy and Certificate
Special Souvenirs & Global Exposure
How to Join?
Please follow the steps below to register for the hackathon.
Create an Alibaba Cloud Account
A valid Alibaba Cloud account is required to activate required Alibaba Cloud products, and to receive Alibaba Cloud credits for the hackathon.
Register for the Hackathon
Please make sure you have complate the registration form with the Alibaba Cloud you will use for the hackathon before the closing date.
Join the Briefing
We will have briefing session (online) for all the participants, followed with the reverse pitching from our partners so you can start thinking on the solutions that you want to build onsite
Coding and Submission
Complete your project and submit your presentation on time
- Participants must have signed up for an Alibaba Cloud account to register for the hackathon. And in order to activate Alibaba Cloud services, participants must add a payment method (during the hackathon, we will provide some credits for you to use our services)
- Please register for the hackathon with the Alibaba Cloud account you will use in the hackathon. You will receive Alibaba Cloud credits for the hackathon nearer the hackathon date with the account you registered for the hackathon.
- Contestants can compete individually or in teams of up to 4 members. The cash prize will be transferred to one representative from each winning team.
- A qualified submission must use required Alibaba Cloud AI services and deployed in Alibaba Cloud. Any violation of rules can lead to disqualification.
- Members of Alibaba Group can participate in the contest, but are excluded from the prizes.
- FAQ
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What is the Alibaba Cloud Philippines AI Hackathon 2025?
The Alibaba Cloud Philippines AI Hackathon 2025 is an innovation-driven event aimed at fostering AI development and enhancing AI for innovation in Philippines. Participants will have the opportunity to develop AI solutions using Alibaba Cloud's AI solution like model studio, PAI, and QwenLLM with the chance to win exciting prizes and gain recognition within the tech community.
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Who can participate in the hackathon?
The hackathon is open to developers, and AI enthusiasts who are above legal age and passionate about creating innovative AI solutions. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced developer, you are welcome to participate.
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What is the theme of the hackathon?
The theme of the hackathon will be shared soon!
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What are the prizes for the winners?
The total prize pool for this hackathon is $8,000 USD, which includes cash, Alibaba Cloud credits, and merchandise.
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What is Alibaba Cloud's Model Studio, and how do I use it?
Alibaba Cloud's Model Studio is a powerful AI development platform that allows users to build, train, and deploy AI models with ease. During the hackathon, participants will be given access to Model Studio and will receive training as part of the pre-hackathon sessions.
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Are there any pre-hackathon sessions or training?
Yes, there will be a pre-hackathon training session on Alibaba Cloud’s AI Tools. Details on how to join these sessions will be provided to registered participants.
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How will the projects be judged?
Projects will be judged based on several criteria including: Innovation and Creativity, Technical Implementation, Impact and Presentation and Pitching
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Can I participate in a team?
Yes, participants can form teams of up to 4 members. You can either register as a team or find teammates during the first day of the hackathon events. Please note that each team members need to register in the form as part of hackathon.
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What should I bring to the hackathon?
Participants should bring their own laptops and any other necessary equipment for coding and project development. Wi-Fi and power outlets will be provided at the venue.
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Is there a participation fee?
No, participation in the Alibaba Cloud Philippines AI Hackathon 2025 is completely free. But if you coming from outside Manila, we might not able to cover your travel and accomodation.
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How can I get help during the hackathon?
Mentors and technical support staff will be available throughout the hackathon to assist participants with any questions or issues.
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Is there any travel or accommodation support for participants traveling to Manila?
Unfortunately, there will be no travel support for participants in this hackathon. All participants are responsible for arranging and covering their own travel and accommodation costs to attend the event in Manila.
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Will food and beverages be provided during the hackathon?
Yes, meals and refreshments will be provided for all participants throughout the hackathon.
-
What is the Alibaba Cloud Philippines AI Hackathon 2025?
The Alibaba Cloud Philippines AI Hackathon 2025 is an innovation-driven event aimed at fostering AI development and enhancing AI for innovation in Philippines. Participants will have the opportunity to develop AI solutions using Alibaba Cloud's AI solution like model studio, PAI, and QwenLLM with the chance to win exciting prizes and gain recognition within the tech community.
-
Who can participate in the hackathon?
The hackathon is open to developers, and AI enthusiasts who are above legal age and passionate about creating innovative AI solutions. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced developer, you are welcome to participate.
-
What is the theme of the hackathon?
The theme of the hackathon will be shared soon!
-
What are the prizes for the winners?
The total prize pool for this hackathon is $8,000 USD, which includes cash, Alibaba Cloud credits, and merchandise.
-
What is Alibaba Cloud's Model Studio, and how do I use it?
Alibaba Cloud's Model Studio is a powerful AI development platform that allows users to build, train, and deploy AI models with ease. During the hackathon, participants will be given access to Model Studio and will receive training as part of the pre-hackathon sessions.
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Are there any pre-hackathon sessions or training?
Yes, there will be a pre-hackathon training session on Alibaba Cloud’s AI Tools. Details on how to join these sessions will be provided to registered participants.
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How will the projects be judged?
Projects will be judged based on several criteria including: Innovation and Creativity, Technical Implementation, Impact and Presentation and Pitching
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Can I participate in a team?
Yes, participants can form teams of up to 4 members. You can either register as a team or find teammates during the first day of the hackathon events. Please note that each team members need to register in the form as part of hackathon.
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What should I bring to the hackathon?
Participants should bring their own laptops and any other necessary equipment for coding and project development. Wi-Fi and power outlets will be provided at the venue.
-
Is there a participation fee?
No, participation in the Alibaba Cloud Philippines AI Hackathon 2025 is completely free. But if you coming from outside Manila, we might not able to cover your travel and accomodation.
-
How can I get help during the hackathon?
Mentors and technical support staff will be available throughout the hackathon to assist participants with any questions or issues.
-
Is there any travel or accommodation support for participants traveling to Manila?
Unfortunately, there will be no travel support for participants in this hackathon. All participants are responsible for arranging and covering their own travel and accommodation costs to attend the event in Manila.
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Will food and beverages be provided during the hackathon?
Yes, meals and refreshments will be provided for all participants throughout the hackathon.
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