APIX and RBI have joined forces to organise the prestigious HaRBInger 2024 hackathon, aimed at driving financial innovation globally. This collaboration marks a significant effort to tackle critical challenges in the financial ecosystem, focusing on enhancing security and inclusivity.
Under the themes of Combating Fraud and Financial Inclusion for the Differently-abled, HaRBInger 2024 challenges participants to address key issues such as real-time fraud detection, transaction anonymity, mule account identification, and aiding the visually impaired in financial transactions.
Umang Moondra, CEO of APIX, expressed excitement about partnering with RBI for HaRBInger 2024, highlighting RBI's leadership in fostering innovation in financial services. The hackathon leverages advanced technologies like AI/ML, APIs, and Data Analytics to empower participants in creating impactful solutions.
APIX is a collaborative innovation platform connecting fintechs and innovators across 90+ countries, enabling Financial Institutions to accelerate their innovation journey.
Major banks, insurers, and regulators use APIX to discover, test, and evaluate solutions through comprehensive innovation programs, including challenges and hackathons.
Participants from diverse backgrounds and geographies are invited to showcase their skills and compete for substantial prizes, including INR 40,00,000 (~USD 48,000) for winners in each problem statement category and a special INR 20,00,000 (~USD 24,000) prize for the best all-woman team.
Registration for HaRBInger 2024 commenced on June 7, 2024, and will proceed through four phases on the APIX Platform: entry screening, solution shortlisting, development with mentoring, and final winner selection.
This hackathon offers a unique opportunity for collaboration, exposure to industry leaders, and the chance to influence the future of finance. Don't miss out on participating in HaRBInger 2024 to contribute to transformative innovations in financial technology.