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NOVUM
Global Innovative AI Buildathon
JUDGE & MENTOR INVITATION
We are excited to invite you to be a Judge / Mentor at NOVUM Hackathon 2026, a global virtual innovation challenge bringing together some of the brightest student and early-career minds to build impactful AI-powered solutions.
About NOVUM Hackathon
NOVUM Hackathon is designed to foster innovation at the intersection of AI, technology, and real-world problem-solving. Participants collaborate in teams to transform bold ideas into working prototypes across sectors such as healthcare, education, finance, and emerging digital ecosystems.
"This is not just a coding event—it is a platform for strategic thinking, creativity, mentorship, and industry-led innovation."
Why Become a Judge / Mentor?
CPD-Certified
Receive an official CPD Certificate contributing to your continuous professional development.
Brand Visibility
Strengthen Personal & Professional Brand. Judging global innovation enhances thought leadership.
Early Access
Evaluate cutting-edge ideas and AI-driven MVPs built by an exceptional student workforce.
Talent Evaluation
Explore solutions with potential for real-world application, partnerships, or future hiring.
* Note: Sessions are intentionally scheduled in early CST hours to better accommodate registered students joining from the IST time zone, while remaining convenient for judges and mentors based in North America. Judging activities and mentoring connects will primarily take place in CST-favorable windows.
Tiankai Feng
Global Director of Data & AI Strategy, Thoughtworks
Tiankai Feng is a TEDx speaker, bestselling author, and Global Director at Thoughtworks. Architect of the 5Cs Framework, he has spent 12+ years humanizing AI strategy for global brands like adidas, making technology accessible through creativity and soul.
"Don't miss his keynote on humanizing AI at Novum Global Innovative AI Buildathon"
Event Schedule
NOVUM Schedule
March 23rd - 25th, 2026
DAY 1: THE LAUNCH (Mon, Mar 23)
Grand Opening & Welcome
Hacking Begins!
Problem statements revealed. Teams start building.
DAY 2: THE GRIND (Tue, Mar 24)
All-day mentoring & building
Checkpoint Review with Mentors
Progress check with mentors.
Hacking Ends (Final submissions)
Hard deadline for all submissions (Code + Demo Video).
DAY 3: THE FINALE (Wed, Mar 25)
Judgement
Teams will present their projects and explain their code live to the judging panel.
Winner Announcement
Winners will be announced within 48 hours after the judgement phase concludes.
NOVUM
Global Innovative AI Buildathon
JUDGE & MENTOR INVITATION
We are excited to invite you to be a Judge / Mentor at NOVUM Hackathon 2026, a global virtual innovation challenge bringing together some of the brightest student and early-career minds to build impactful AI-powered solutions.
About NOVUM Hackathon
NOVUM Hackathon is designed to foster innovation at the intersection of AI, technology, and real-world problem-solving. Participants collaborate in teams to transform bold ideas into working prototypes across sectors such as healthcare, education, finance, and emerging digital ecosystems.
"This is not just a coding event—it is a platform for strategic thinking, creativity, mentorship, and industry-led innovation."
Why Become a Judge / Mentor?
CPD-Certified
Receive an official CPD Certificate contributing to your continuous professional development.
Brand Visibility
Strengthen Personal & Professional Brand. Judging global innovation enhances thought leadership.
Early Access
Evaluate cutting-edge ideas and AI-driven MVPs built by an exceptional student workforce.
Talent Evaluation
Explore solutions with potential for real-world application, partnerships, or future hiring.
* Note: Sessions are intentionally scheduled in early CST hours to better accommodate registered students joining from the IST time zone, while remaining convenient for judges and mentors based in North America. Judging activities and mentoring connects will primarily take place in CST-favorable windows.
Tiankai Feng
Global Director of Data & AI Strategy, Thoughtworks
Tiankai Feng is a TEDx speaker, bestselling author, and Global Director at Thoughtworks. Architect of the 5Cs Framework, he has spent 12+ years humanizing AI strategy for global brands like adidas, making technology accessible through creativity and soul.
"Don't miss his keynote on humanizing AI at Novum Global Innovative AI Buildathon"