Details
The MIT Fintech and Design Hackathon is a 3-day event that seeks to revolutionize the way financial services are delivered by harnessing innovation and technology, and using a design thinking approach, to enhance accessibility. The event is open to all students, both within and outside MIT.
The hackathon will consist of two sub-hacks: One for fintech in commercial applications and one for fintech in humanitarian applications (otherwise known as MIT Hack - Humanitarian).
MIT Hack - Humanitarian is an opportunity for students to develop innovative financial solutions to alleviate the difficulties experienced by people who are affected from climate-related disasters - floods, droughts and epidemics. The 24-hour hackathon will challenge participants to develop a conceptual design and rapid prototype that would focus on two themes: Future Financing and Identity and Consent Management.
Program Details:
April 20, 6-10 PM | E51-315 & E51-325, MIT Sloan: Hackathon Kick-off, Mixer and Team Formation
April 21, 8 AM - 10 PM | Bartos Theater, MIT Media Lab: Speaker Event, Design Thinking Workshop and Actual Hackathon
April 22, 8 AM - 1 PM | Bartos Theater, MIT Media Lab: Pitch Presentations and Awarding