Asia's first fintech-focused hackathon for agentic AI

SingHacks

About SingHacks

SingHacks is a 48-hour hackathon modelled after SwissHacks, Switzerland’s leading government-backed hackathon, bringing its mission of catalyzing real-world innovation into Asia.

The first iteration of the event was supported by Julius Baer, Hedera Foundation, Ancileo, MSIG, and ecosystem partners including AMD, Visa, and Groq. It brought together more than 270 participants, ranging from university students to industry veterans, who worked alongside corporate challenge owners to build agentic AI solutions across banking, web3, and insurtech.

The creation of SingHacks reinforces Tenity’s commitment to turning corporate innovation goals into business outcomes, connecting financial institutions with emerging technology and startup talent to co-create solutions that drive growth, resilience, and meaningful transformation across the financial sector.

Open Challenges defined by industry partners
48-hour hackathon format with mentor and expert support
Networking with partners and ecosystem stakeholders
Jury evaluation & awards by industry leaders
Stage Presence at Singapore FinTech Festival through close collaboration with and endorsement by GFTN

It was a privilege for us to be part of Tenity’s successful SingHacks and witnessed first-hand the creativity and fresh perspectives participants brought to the table. The innovations brought about from the hackathon are a testament to how such programs play a crucial role in shaping the future of the financial sector and drive meaningful progress, by empowering emerging talents and leveraging the transformative potential of AI.

Olivier Michel, CEO & Founder, Ancileo
Anchor Sponsor of SingHacks

We’re proud to have partnered with Tenity for this year’s hackathon; supporting the next generation of innovators who are reimagining how money moves, how trust is built, and how agentic AI can power the future of commerce. A huge shoutout to the organizers and all the mentors and judges who gave their time and expertise. The future of Agentic AI is being written right here and we’re excited to keep empowering builders to bring their ideas to life.

David Tay, Senior Director & Head of Innovation, Visa
Anchor Partner of SingHacks
Where Fintech Leaders and AI Innovators Unite to Shape the Future of Finance
The Challenge

Leading financial institutions Julius Baer, Hedera, Ancileo, and MSIG sought enterprise-ready solutions to tackle their most pressing business challenges.

The goal:

  • Access innovative solutions for pressing challenges and explore shortlisted prototypes for further development.
  • Discover future talent early.
  • Position the organization as an innovation leader.
  • Connect with a vast network across Singapore’s innovation landscape.
The Solution

Tenity launched SingHacks, Asia’s first fintech hackathon dedicated to agentic AI, to drive new real-world solutions through rapid ideation, prototyping, and pitching.

  • Program Design & Operations: Tenity orchestrated the end-to-end hackathon experience.
  • Talent Sourcing: 270+ participants from universities, startups, and innovation communities.
  • Partner Engagement: 30+ corporates, schools, and ecosystem partners actively involved.
  • Follow-up: Teams and participants tracked, with partners gaining access to prototypes and profiles.
Results & Impact
  • Proven innovation engine: 30+ enterprise-ready solutions created in the first edition.
  • Brand elevation: Oversubscribed by 200%, demonstrating its impact and audience engagement.
  • Ecosystem builder: Brought together startups, universities, communities, and leading corporates.
  • High talent ROI: Facilitated potential internship opportunities through a side-quest challenge, identifying the strongest coders from a large pool.

The SingHacks Timeline
Sep 2025

Tenity partners with Julius Baer, Hedera, Ancileo, and MSIG to develop hackathon challenges and concept.

Oct 2025

SingHacks kicks off with more than 270 participants and 60 projects submitted, supported by over 30 domain experts.

Nov 2025

SingHacks wraps up at Singapore FinTech Festival, with three grand winners emerging from each challenge track.

2026

Second edition of SingHacks upcoming, delivering new challenges and an expanded network of partners.

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