Technovator has officially opened international applications for Deeptech Gigahack – Edition 4, inviting innovators from the Eastern Partnership countries and across Europe to join Moldova’s only hackathon dedicated exclusively to deep technologies.
Taking place on September 25-27, 2026, in Chișinău, Deeptech Gigahack is a 48-hour innovation sprint that brings together researchers, engineers, software developers, entrepreneurs and technology enthusiasts to collaborate on solutions addressing real-world challenges. Participants will work in multidisciplinary teams across a range of deeptech domains, including Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), HealthTech, BioTech, Cybersecurity, and other emerging technologies.
This edition marks an important milestone in the growth of the event by expanding participation beyond Moldova and creating new opportunities for international collaboration, knowledge exchange and the development of cross-border innovation networks.
Twenty Fully Funded International Places
For this edition, 20 international participants will be selected to attend the hackathon onsite in Chișinău.
Selected participants will receive a fully funded participation package, including:
- ✈️ Round-trip flights;
- 🏨 Accommodation throughout the event;
- 🍽️ Meals and refreshments during the hackathon;
- 🤝 Team matching for individual applicants;
- 🏆 Access to mentorship, networking opportunities and prizes.
Applicants may register either as an existing team or individually. Those applying individually will be matched with other participants to form multidisciplinary teams before the hackathon begins.
To ensure broader access to the event, applicants who are not selected for onsite participation will still have the opportunity to join Deeptech Gigahack online.
Who Can Apply?
The international call is open to researchers, engineers, startup founders, software developers, Master’s and PhD students, and professionals passionate about building innovative technology solutions with practical applications.
Whether you are developing cutting-edge AI systems, advancing biotechnology, creating cybersecurity solutions or exploring the next generation of deep technologies, Deeptech Gigahack offers an opportunity to collaborate with like-minded innovators, gain hands-on experience and become part of a growing regional community.
Apply by September 8
Applications are open until September 8, 2026, with selected participants to be notified by September 11, 2026.
Deeptech Gigahack reflects Technovator’s commitment to strengthening the regional innovation ecosystem by connecting talent, research and entrepreneurship. Through international collaboration and interdisciplinary teamwork, the hackathon creates an environment where ideas can evolve into technologies with meaningful impact.
DeepTech GigaHack 2026 is organized by Technovator, with the support of EU4Innovation East, a regional project funded by the European Union, co-funded by the Government of France, and implemented by Expertise France, the Ukraine-Moldova American Enterprise Fund (UMAEF), and the Innovate Moldova Programme, funded by Sweden and the United Kingdom.
Ready to take on the challenge?
Learn more at gigahack.md
Submit your application at International Registration Form