RMIT + CSIRO + Accenture Hackathon

A short, fun, co-creation research challenge based on blockchain at the centre of convergence around Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, Internet of Things and Machine Learning.

The day will include Lunch and networking drinks.  We begin with high-powered morning talks to define Blockchain within the context of Industry X (formerly Industry 4.0)  We move into a swift mini-sprint of fun Design Thinking & rapid prototyping.  A final pitch session is judged by research and industry practitioners who offer feedback on the day's activities and outcomes.

The Challenge

Focus on Blockchain solutions and the challenges and opportunities it presents for professionals across all industries; design, computer science, health, finance, engineering, manufacturing, architecture, media, business, and policy. 

What to expect

Teams will examine issues and opportunities for Blockchain in the design of automated systems with a focus on the ethics of new, trust-based cultures. What are the social and ethical implications of Blockchain as a new system of communication and commerce?

Program

10:30am - Registration
10:45am - Hackathon commences
12:45pm - Networking lunch
4:00pm - Final pitches
4:30pm - Networking with drinks and canapes

Speakers

Jason Potts - Director of Blockchain Innovation Hub, RMIT University

Ellie Rennie - Blockchain Innovation Hub, RMIT

Mark Staples - Senior Principal Researcher, CSIRO's Data61

Jack Stevenson - Industry X.0 Delivery Lead A/NZ, Accenture Digital
Chris Zhong - Industry X.0, Senior Advisor and President of Blockchain Philanthropy Foundation 

Leaders

Danielle Kennedy - Director, Active Integrated Matter Future Science Platform, CSIRO

Lisa Dethridge - Researcher, RMIT School of Media and Communication

Caryl Hertz - Industry Engagement and WIL, College of Business, RMIT University

Anne-Laure Mention - Director of RMIT Global Business Innovation Enabling Capability Platform

Limited seats! Register now to secure your place in the challenge!