HackerEarth and Amazon Team Up for the Amazon Smbhav Hackathon 2024: Empowering India’s SMBs with AI Solutions

28th October 2024, Bangalore: HackerEarth, a global leader in developer assessment and engagement solutions, is excited to announce its collaboration with Amazon India to host the highly anticipated Amazon Smbhav Hackathon 2024. 

This nationwide event will bring together a large number of participants from diverse backgrounds, leveraging AI and GenAI to create groundbreaking solutions for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs). 

The hackathon, designed to transform the e-commerce landscape for SMBs in India, will challenge participants to develop innovative tools and solutions that empower SMBs to expand both domestically and internationally. By using AI-powered technologies in their solutions, innovators will focus on real-world challenges such as navigating cross-border trade, compliance with international regulations, and creating AI-powered solutions that enhance SMB efficiency and sustainability.

Key Highlights of the Hackathon:

1. SMB Empowerment through AI: Participants will harness the power of AI and GenAI to develop solutions that enable SMBs to optimize their business operations, from product listings and multi-channel fulfillment to cross-border trade and sustainability. These tools will be aimed at making businesses more competitive on Amazon’s platform, both in India and globally.
2. Collaboration to create Real-World Impact: Participants will work alongside successful Amazon sellers and e-commerce experts to refine their ideas and create transformative solutions that align with the real needs of the e-commerce ecosystem.
3. Driving India’s Digital Economy: The hackathon supports India’s ambitious goal of becoming a trillion-dollar digital economy by unlocking growth opportunities for SMBs through cutting-edge AI-driven solutions.

“Empowering India’s Tech Talent to Drive Innovation”

“We’re excited to partner with Amazon India for this important initiative,” said Vikas Aditya, CEO of HackerEarth. “The Amazon Smbhav Hackathon gives India’s developers, innovators, and entrepreneurs a chance to solve real-world problems using AI. By bringing together the brightest minds, we’re helping SMBs grow while contributing to India’s digital economy. This has been made possible by HackerEarth’s long-standing commitment to building a strong community of developers and problem-solvers.”. 

Azad Tripathi, Sr. Manager, Seller Experience, Amazon added “The Smbhav Hackathon is more than just a competition; it’s a launchpad for innovation that can shape the future of e-commerce in India. We’re looking for bright minds who can turn challenges into opportunities, creating solutions that will empower millions of SMBs across the country”.

Commitment to a Digital India

Aligned with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of a “Viksit Bharat” (Developed India), the hackathon underscores our commitment to fostering innovation and digitisation for SMB growth. This is expected to be one of the largest tech events in India, attracting a vast community of developers, students, and entrepreneurs. It presents a platform where India’s best minds can showcase their creativity, collaborate with experts, and develop solutions that drive meaningful change.

Phases and Recognition:

Participants will progress through multiple stages—from idea submissions to prototype development, culminating in a virtual Demo Day on December 5-6, 2024. The winners will be celebrated at the prestigious Amazon Smbhav Summit 2024 in New Delhi on December 9-10, where they stand to win cash prizes up to ₹10 lakh and a trip to Amazon’s headquarters in Seattle. Winning solutions could potentially be implemented on a larger scale on Amazon’s platform, impacting millions of SMBs and customers worldwide.

About HackerEarth:

HackerEarth is a global leader in developer assessment and engagement solutions, empowering enterprises to hire, evaluate, and upskill developers based on their skills. With an active community of developers, HackerEarth’s platform enables companies to find the best talent, streamline recruitment processes, and foster continuous innovation. For more information, visit www.hackerearth.com.

For more details on the Amazon Smbhav Hackathon 2024 and to register, please visit: Amazon Smbhav Hackathon 2024 Registration.