Join us for an inspiring hackathon filled with great networking, hands-on experience with game changing tech and innovative solutions.

Free of charge: Food, beverages and fika included.

The challenge: Build AI governance infrastructure using game-changing technology

You will be trained and challenged to build an enterprise-grade AI governance infrastructure that fulfills the AI compliance requirements and business needs. Your infrastructure must be secure, scalable, and compliant, enforce usage policies, monitor LLM consumption, and include automated guardrails that protect sensitive enterprise data without slowing down innovation

The game-changing technology we are exploring

Kong makes it much easier to manage, secure, and observe AI traffic at scale. Through its AI Gateway capabilities, Kong allows developers to seamlessly route requests to multiple LLMs, enforce rate limits, centralize API keys, and apply advanced data masking—all without having to rewrite the underlying application code.

Leading companies that are using Kong for AI governance include H&M, Spotify, SEB, Nordea, IKEA, and Ericsson.

Showcase your solution to decision makers

The jury consists of decision makers and industry leaders from leading Nordic enterprises - all eager to see your solution! Jury members vote by requesting meetings with the teams they are interested in learning more from. Present a compelling demo and you're guaranteed meetings with executives that can open numerous opportunities.

Why join?

There is no better way to grow both professionally and personally than through hackathons. Make lifelong friends, get hands-on experience with game-changing software technologies, and meet executives from leading organizations in the Nordics — all in a creative, collaborative, and supportive setting.

All are welcome

Everyone that is eager to learn and explore is welcome to apply! This hackathon is all about sharing knowledge, sparking inspiration, and fostering a supportive community for all.

Teams

Looking for a team? Just apply and we'll match you with other participants based on your skills.

You can also join as a complete team.

Team size: No upper limit.

Timeline

Application: Open now!

Application response within 4 work days after you submit your application.

April 14 19:30 - 20:30: Online Kick-Off

April 28 08:30 – 17:00: Hack Day

April 29 16:30 – 20:30: Grand Finale & Celebration Dinner

Apply today!

Spots are filling fast - so apply TODAY.

Reviews from developers

"I'd say 2Hero AI Business Value Hackathons is where technology and business problems meets, exactly what we need in this wave of AI adoption by businesses. Loved it and keep it up!"

"The hackathon has been a great opportunity to bridge talents and needs. It provided a platform for devs and businesses to collaborate and deliver real value using state-of-the-art AI tools."

"I wanted to work on a real business problem with people from different backgrounds, not just build a technical demo. The best part for me was the collaboration between developers, business leaders and mentors. It made the experience very practical, fast-paced and highly relevant, and it felt like what real innovation work looks like in practice. It was one of the few hackathons where the focus was truly on business value, not only on technology, and that made the experience very meaningful."

"I had the privilege of attending what was likely the best hackathon in the Nordics yesterday, and I was amazed by it."

"Thank you for introducing us to people interested in our idea—it means a lot and opens up great opportunities for us. It was an amazing experience, and we're grateful for the connections and insights gained. Such a fantastic hackathon!"

"Great energy, talent and real problems to solve. Exactly what a hackathon should be."

Reviews from executives

IKEA, H&M, Saab, Tetra Pak, ASSA ABLOY, PwC Sweden, Tele2, Alfa Laval, BabyBjörn, Samhall, Atlas Copco, Ericsson, Telia, SAS, Svea Skog, Transcom, Klarna, Eniro, Intelliplan and many more have all build mission critical solutions at our hackathons. Here are some reviews:

"What an event! Amazing to work with a team to improve a process that actually matters! Best hackathon so far. Inspiring to experience what is actually possible to achieve in one day. Already looking forward to next time."

Peter Sundström, AI & Digital Transformation Manager, Saab

"A very fun and rewarding hackathon where you could create tangible business value with minimal time investment. We brought a complex challenge and left with a clear solution, thanks to fantastic support and really skilled participants. Very well organized! We are currently exploring how we can move forward and implement the solution at Tele2. Thank you for letting us participate!"

Emma Larsson, Process Excellence Manager, Tele2

"I came in as a leader with a big idea and left with proof: vision aligned fast, a small and committed team hit the ground running and delivered innovation, and business value was demonstrated in days; any executive with a great idea should join!"

Srinivasa Kiran Kondaveeti, Product Manager, ASSA ABLOY

"The Hackathon gave me more of an advantage and knowledge about AI in one day than meetings and presentations about AI do. Building together with developers around a critical business problem is incredibly powerful. This is AI and modern development for real. Pace, focus and real challenges in an awesome environment. The best environment I know for leaders to quickly test, learn and make valuable connections.

It's actually hard to describe in words how great this is. You have to experience it and in that moment you're hooked. Addictive like nothing else! This is really something I'll do again."

Martin Weibull, CEO, Intelliplan

"Joining the hackathon was a truly fun and energizing experience. I signed up because I wanted to explore how AI can translate ambitious business ideas into real, tangible solutions – and the hackathon delivered exactly that. Working side‑by‑side with talented developers created the perfect blend of strategic thinking and hands‑on innovation. If you're an executive with a great idea, this is the place to turn it into something real!"

Tina Thelénius, Communications and Change Manager, PwC Sweden

"This hackathon compresses innovation. You validate business ideas, technology, and collaboration models at the same time, with immediate feedback. For leaders who want fast, concrete learning rather than slides, it's a powerful format."

Kenneth Pernyér, Strategic Foresight - AI Technology Management, ASSA ABLOY

We promise you an unforgettable experience!

Johan Dahlstrom, Regional Director North EMEA - Kong Inc

Lesley Foster-Davis ,Senior Field Marketing Manager, Northern Europe - Kong Inc

Nikas Enge, Partner Sales Director - Kong Inc

Peder Linder, Per Lange, Ellinor Nilsson - 2Hero