DSH Hacks V1
Deltaforge
📌About the Events
DSH Hacks V1 is a premier global student hackathon focused on the intersection of Artificial Intelligence and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) education. Hosted by the youth-led powerhouses DeltaForge Hacks, NextHorizon, and STEMise, this event challenges students to move beyond “toy projects” and build tools that genuinely improve how people learn and interact with STEM.
ℹ️ Event Overview
- Category: Global Student AI Hackathon.
- Organizer: Deltaforge.
- Venue: 100% Online.
- Eligibility: Students only; Ages 13+.
- Skill Level: Beginner-friendly (AI tools are explicitly encouraged to help you build).
📅 Critical Timeline
- Status: ACTIVE.
- Deadline: June 1, 2026 @ 9:45 PM PDT (24 days remaining).
- Submission Type: Project (App/Web/Algorithm), Demo Video, Project Description, and Code Repository.
💰 Prize Pool ($5,096+ in Value)
The competition features heavy-hitting sponsorship from companies like Hudson River Trading (HRT) and CodeCrafters:
- 🥇 1st Place: $100 Cash + 2yr CodeCrafters VIP ($720) + AI Credits + AoPS Coupons.
- 🥈 2nd Place: $75 Cash + 1yr CodeCrafters VIP ($360) + AI Credits.
- 🥉 3rd Place: $50 Cash + 6mo CodeCrafters VIP ($180).
- 🎓 Special Edtech Awards: Premium access to Aniko.AI and Crackd.It for top winners.
- 🎁 Participation: 50% off Ideavo Pro and Interview Cake licenses (for 50 winners).
🛡️ What to Build?
The focus is on AI-driven STEM tools. Some ideas include:
- Personalized Learning Pathways: ML that adjusts curriculum based on student performance.
- Virtual Labs: Computer vision or simulation tools for safe, remote laboratory experiments.
- Accessibility Tools: AI that translates complex STEM jargon into simpler terms or accessible formats for underrepresented communities.