Innovators and professionals from Europe and the Eastern Partnership countries passionate about emerging technologies can now apply to Deeptech GigaHack 2026, the largest deeptech hackathon in the Republic of Moldova. For the first time, this year’s edition offers 20 fully funded spots for international participants, who will travel to Chișinău to take part in the event.
The fourth edition of Deeptech GigaHack will take place from September 25-27, 2026, as an onsite event in Chișinău. For the first time, participants from around the world will also be able to join the hackathon online, expanding opportunities for international collaboration among innovators from Europe, the Eastern Partnership countries and beyond.
Deeptech GigaHack is organized by Technovator, an organization contributing to the development of Moldova’s innovation and technology ecosystem through education and acceleration programs, as well as events dedicated to the tech community.
“Deeptech GigaHack has always been about connecting talent with real-world challenges. In 2026, we are taking this a step further by opening the event to innovators from around the world, both onsite and online. We want Chișinău to become a meeting point for researchers, developers, entrepreneurs and industry experts, where they can collaborate, exchange knowledge and turn promising ideas into solutions with real-world impact.”
Mary Nemciuc, CEO of Technovator
Deeptech GigaHack is a 48-hour innovation sprint where researchers, engineers, software developers, entrepreneurs, students and designers work in teams to develop solutions to real-world challenges proposed by companies and public institutions.
This year’s edition will feature challenges in AI and Machine Learning, HealthTech, Cybersecurity, EnergyTech, AgriFood and GovTech. Orange Systems, Medpark International Hospital, Orbility, SOC.md, AC Tech, Biomentorhub x Profi, Chișinău City Hall and eGov are among the organizations that have already confirmed challenges for participants.
20 fully funded spots for international participants
The 20 international participants selected to attend the event onsite in Chișinău will receive fully funded round-trip flights, accommodation and meals, as well as access to mentors, networking opportunities and prizes. Those who are not selected for onsite participation will still be able to join the competition online free of charge.
The call is open to researchers, engineers, startup founders, software developers, Master’s and PhD students, and professionals interested in emerging technologies. Applicants can apply individually or as part of a team, while individual applicants will receive support in forming teams before the event.
Applications are open until September 8, 2026, and participants selected for onsite participation in Chișinău will be notified by September 11.
More information and applications: Deeptech GigaHack – International Applications
Deeptech GigaHack 2026 is organized by Technovator, with the support of the EU4Innovation East, a regional project funded by the European Union, co-financed by the Government of France and implemented by Expertise France, Ukraine – Moldova American Enterprise Fund (UMAEF), Invest Moldova and the Innovate Moldova Program, funded by Sweden and the United Kingdom.
