List of hackathons in Metro Manila, Philippines in 2019

The rise of digitization has mainstreamed the conversation on socio-political issues, and the power balance has shifted to citizens who are now more engaged than ever on pressing issues our country is facing. But while we celebrate the democratization of media, its arrival brought along some unprecedented risks. The proliferation of fake news and trolls are continuously spreading across social media and digital platforms in the Philippines, maligning public opinions on social and political issues and corrupting the credibility of institutions that serve as the moral fiber of our society. Hence is the need for a calibrated response. This resulted to the formation of the Break the Fake Movement, an independent group of young leaders from different professions and sectors organized last 2017, have committed to fighting this pressing concern by organizing activities and events that will engage the public especially the youth. This year, the movement won a grant from the U.S. government, through the YSEALI Seeds for the Future 2019 and in partnership with Cultural Vistas, to implement the Break the Fake Hackathon 2019, an innovation competition that aims to gather the brightest minds across ASEAN to implement innovations and creative applications that will help address fake news and disinformation. The Grand Hackathon culminates the series of hackathon conducted in 3 key cities in Southeast Asia - Manila, Kuala Lumpur and Indonesia. In this event, the 3 winners from the local hackathons will compete for the Grand Prize of P100,000.00. For more information and updates, please like the Facebook page at www.facebook.com/breakthefakeph. Also follow the YSEALI Seeds on social media for updates at @YSEALISeeds on Twitter, Instagram, and www.facebook.com/yseali on Facebook. For hackathon-related updates, visit our Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/breakthefakeph2019/

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Break the Fake Hackathon - Addressing the Asian Struggle Against Fake News and Disinformation through Technology Take the challenge! Join the Break the Fake Hackathon 2019 and build Digital solutions (website, web app, mobile app, etc.) to fight this pressing issue of fake news and disinformation. Break the Fake Hackathon 2019 aims to explore the best innovations and creative ideas that address this global issue, with the goal of unifying different efforts on addressing fake news and possibly funding some of the best ideas. The Hackathon is made possible through the YSEALI Seeds of the Future 2019. The YSEALI Seeds for the Future program, now celebrating its fifth year, is sponsored by U.S. Department of State and is funded through a grant from the U.S. Mission to ASEAN. This is the third year Cultural Vistas will administer the program. Challenges: Some examples of innovations we're looking for are: - Platform database of all anti-fake news organizations- Online database of fake news sites - Anti-Fake News Content Portal- Crowdsourced Mobile App that identifies whether a news content is true or not It can also be very niche-based or industry specific. Examples are:- Responsive app that identifies whether an applicant's credentials are true or not- A mapping tool that maps traffic sources of a social sentiment in an online platform ------- Eligible Participants We’re looking for innovative and experienced minds who has what it takes to make something great. Join us and let's hack against fake news and disinformation. The Hackathon is open to Professionals (startup teams, corporate-employed or freelance) and/or students with a background in Mobile App Development, Business Development and Marketing. Individuals who apply must be 18 years old and above ------How to join? Break the Fake Hackathon is intended as a team competition. Teams should be composed of 3 people. Registration: Participants may either register as a pre-formed team or as individuals looking for teammates. Registration Page: Register yourself or your team on the Eventbrite ticket link - () or in the website (http://bit.ly/btfregistration). Screening and Selection: The organizers will be selecting up to 15 teams based on the information provided in the application. The selected teams will be notified through email and will be qualified to join the Break the Fake Hackathon Proper. Rules: The hackathon will be launched online, and all selected teams will present during the local demo day. All team members should be present during the Local Demo Day in their respective cities. Submission – all projects must be submitted in Break the Fake's Hackathon.io account, with a link to GitHub project. Teams are required to present working prototypes during designated presentation and judging time. All output of the teams including codes/designs created during Break the Fake Hackathon 2019 will be owned by the participants. If the organizers find interest in the solutions, the organizers will contact the participants for a possible engagement. PRIZES: 1st Place - Php 100,000 + P10,000, flight and accommodation to Manila, mentoring and networking opportunities with YSEALI Manila, pitching opportunities to funders, field visit to local tech offices in Metro Manila2nd Place - Php 10,000, flight and accommodation to Manila, mentoring and networking opportunities with YSEALI Manila, pitching opportunities to funders, field visit to local tech offices in Metro Manila3rd Place - Php 10,000, flight and accommodation to Manila, mentoring and networking opportunities with YSEALI Manila, pitching opportunities to funders, field visit to local tech offices in Metro Manila CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE DETAILS: https://www.breakthefakemovement.com For questions, send us questions at breakthefakeph@gmail.com

REGISTRATION IS FREE and EXTENDED until MAY 13, 2019 A Hackathon building on the Free Bee Mobile App for OFWs Take the challenge!  Join Hack the Hive and build mobile app solutions to enrich the lives of Global Pinoys thruFree Bee App. Hack the Hive is a hackathon that aims to uplift the lives of OFWs through mobile solutions that connect them with everything they love from back home, wherever they may be The Hackathon is made possible through Free Bee - the new mobile app that allows overseas filipinos to contact their loved ones at home, even those without 24/7 access to the internet. Through ad-sponsored free calls, affordable premium calls and a What's the Buzz content section, Free bee serves as the digital bridge to connect to global pinoys all over the world. Challenges: Pa-Load Code (API to be opened) The biggest challenge for an uncarded OFW to avail of the service is how to buy premium credits aka load. Innovate on the ways Free Bee accounts can be topped up, whether by the OFW himself, or by a friend or loved one back home. Think out of the box and find simple yet effective solutions to convert cash-in-hand to in-app credits. Kababayan Content Free Bee wants to be more and do more for the overseas filipinos to add enjoyment and ease to their lives abroad. Unlock the potential of mobile platforms as a channel for engagement, education and fun by finding ways to infuse user-generated content sharing, games and community. Enable users to share, interact and learn with meaningful connections to an active network of kababayans who care. Bayanihan Innovation Scattered all across the world, Global Pinoys have a unique set of pains to be alleviated and needs to be fulfilled. Hack the Hive is open to innovative digital solutions that address real pain-points of OFWs and their families and beneficiaries in the PH. Use your technology skills to level up the lives of overseas Filipinos the world over and those of their families in the PH. ------- Eligible Participants We’re looking for innovative and experienced minds who has what it takes to make something great. Join us and hack to build solutions that can enrich the lives of our modern-day heroes in Hack the Hive thru the Free Bee App. The Hackathon is open to Professionals (startup teams, corporate-employed or freelance) and/or students with a background in Mobile App Development, Business Development and Marketing. Individuals who apply must be 18 years old and above ------ How to join? Hack the Hive is intended as a team competition. Teams should be composed of 3-5 people Registration Page: Register yourself or your team on the eventbrite page . Forms are filled up individually Registration: Participants may either register as a pre-formed team or as individuals looking for team mates. For Teams: Create a team composed of 3-5 members, ideally at least one (1) member having a business background / mindset                 Note: One member can “Create” your password protected Team page on the   eventbrite page so other                    members can easily search and join in the team For Individuals: Register at the eventbrite page. Once you are done also join the closed Facebook group - http://bit.ly/hackthehive-indiv Screening and Selection: The organizers will be selecting up to 15 teams based on the information provided in the application. The selected teams will be notified throuh email and will be qualified to join the Hack the Hive Hackathon Proper Qualified Team members are requested to bring at least one (1) valid ID during registration day Rules All eligible teams should be present at the beginning of Hackathon Day 1 - for product and hackathon rules briefing Submission – all projects must be submitted via GitHub Teams are required to present working prototypes during designated presentation and judging time Winning teams may be subject to a code-review. By joining the event, the participants are obliged to follow the house rules otherwise, the team will be disqualified. All output of the teams including  codes/designs created during Hack the Hive will be owned by the participants. If the organizers find interest in the solutions, the organizers  will contact the participants for a possible engagement. Preferred Programming Languages :             Android: Java and Android sdk             iOS: Objective C and Swift             Backend: C, Python and PHP PRIZES : Cash: 1st Place -  50,000 2nd Place - 35,000 3rd Place - 25,000 +Engagement Contract opportunity (to be chosen by the Free Bee Team as deemed eligible) Other Reminders: The Venue will be open throughout the night for continuous coding development - Food, Wifi and Work Area included. What to bring? Bring Your Own Device and tools for system development Jacket and extra clothes Extra power strips For questions, contact Karla Legaspi (karla@qbo.com.ph)

DISH 2019 is part of the inclusive Prosperity Fintech Summit. The Inclusive Prosperity Fintech Summit is a 2-day event that will consist of two parts — The DISH 2019 Hackathon & FinTech Forum. The events will be joined in by regulators, investors, blockchain coders, academics, and fintech entrepreneurs.

The first inter level I.T Hackathon in Philippine Women's University will be held on February 12-13, 2019. This year's theme is innovating through IoT towards 4th Industrial Revolution. There will be different level of competion both I.T and non I.T.  The Team is compose of 2 to 5 members. There will be 5 categories/competitions: 1.Web Development 2. Internet of Things 3. Multimedia 4. Game Development 5. Cross-discipline   All participants in the Hackatchon must acquire a ticket individually for security purposes.  This event is supported by the following Sponsors: Imergex, Appcase, Collave, Milan Travels and Tours, Aren Computers PWU President Dr. Jose Francisco Benitez strongly support this event.