[2026 APRU Data, AI & Policy APAC Hackathon: Financial Health Frontiers]

The Association of Pacific Rim Universities (APRU), together with data.org, Cognizant, and NUS Fintech Lab, is organizing the “2026 Data, AI & Policy APAC Hackathon: Financial Health Frontiers.”

The competition invites university students and recent graduates across the Asia-Pacific region to develop practical and responsible solutions that improve financial health and financial inclusion through data, AI, and policy innovation.
Selected teams will participate in capacity-building workshops, mentorship sessions, and the final in-person hackathon in Manila, with opportunities to receive cash prizes and travel support.
[Event Information]
• Dates: November 4–6, 2026
• Venue: Manila, Philippines
• Application Deadline: July 1, 2026
• Eligibility: Students from APRU member universities and recent graduates (after January 1, 2025)
• Team Size: 3–4 members per team