The competition is hosted by Sovico Group, with co-organizers including HDBank, Vietjet Air, Vikki, Galaxy Holdings, the Centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution (C4IR), HUTECH University, and the Ho Chi Minh City Computer Association. It also features a wide array of leading Vietnamese and international partners, associations, and communities, such as Solala Foundation, Nami Foundation, Tether, AWS, Verichains, GreenNode, HydraX, Sumsub, Conarum, Nam Viet Barcode, 1Office, APAC DAO, GFI/VBI, HackQuest, Blockchain for Good Alliance, NIC, Superteam (Solana), ThinkZone, GenAI Fund, Swiss Viet Economic Forum, Beyond Creative Agency, and VTV The He Moi.

The event will bring together creative minds, industry leaders, and technology pioneers to explore the future-shaping potential of AI and blockchain.

Over a continuous 36-hour period, more than 100 contestants will tackle real-world technological challenges from within the Sovico Group ecosystem. These challenges will cover key topics, including: AI-powered financial advisory services using SMS and Microservices; AI-based credit scoring and multi-source information gathering; Blockchain in finance, focusing on digital assets and cross-border payments; Multisector applications within the Sovico ecosystem, such as loyalty programs and innovative cross-business solutions; Product development and innovative thinking; Cybersecurity in the age of AI and Blockchain, with live simulations of vulnerability attacks; Robotics, automation, and tech showcases.

Participating teams will receive guidance from over 30 mentors, including technology experts from HDBank, Vietjet Air, and Galaxy Holdings, as well as leading tech partners like AWS, VBI Academy, Tether, Blockchain for Good Alliance, and HackQuest. The six final teams will present their ideas at the Galaxy Connecting Day on September 26, 2025, to an audience of experts, investors, and tech businesses.

The total prize value exceeds VND 300 million, and participants will gain opportunities to connect with the Sovico Group’s incubation programs and technology projects. They will also receive in-depth career counseling and have the chance to secure professional opportunities at one of Vietnam’s largest multi-industry conglomerates. However, the greatest value isn’t in the prizes, but in the invaluable experience of 36 hours dedicated to passion, innovation, and the drive to shape the future.

More than just an intellect challenge, the HDBank Hackathon 2025 is set to become a catalyst for new innovations—a place where ideas, speed, and real-world application come together.

For event registration and more information, click here: ‏‏https://event.galaxyholdings.co/