22 November, 18:00
24 November, 18:00 CET
Rome,
Italy
Hybrid
Join the Hackathon in Rome!
Interested in space technology? Learn how to utilise it and design a solution to make Europe safer and stronger. The 8th CASSINI Hackathon provides training, mentoring, and inspiration to build your own solution and – maybe – be involved in your own space startup. Big ideas start inside the Hackathon…
Registration is free, and anyone can join – no experience necessary. Come along (in person or virtually) to hear from national experts in business and space technology. Watch our training sessions and delve into the vault of EU space data from Copernicus, EGNOS and Galileo. Bring or join a team, and develop a solution for one of three challenges:
- Enhancing Defence & Security with Geospatial Intelligence
- Unmanned Drone Applications for Defence & Security Operations
- Orbital Security: Navigating the Collision Frontier
Lazio has become a real hub for space technology. The Italian Space Agency (ASI), European Space Agency (ESA), Ministry of Defence, and National Civil Aviation Authority (ENAC) are all headquartered in this region. We’ve seen a surge in SMEs using space data for different purposes, from disposal of space debris to monitoring agriculture, and even countering fraud.
In Rome, our cybersecurity sector is also growing, boosting economic development and employment and consolidating the city’s reputation as a leader in innovation and digital security.
Take this exciting opportunity to become part of the local space ecosystem. Join us in Rome between 22-24 November 2024 and discover the vast potential of EU space data.
Local Prizes
At the end of the Hackathon, each team has the opportunity to present their solution to our expert judging panel. Three winning teams will receive prizes to support and develop their ventures.
- First prize: €2,000
- Second prize: €1,000
- Third prize: €500
- ALL WINNERS: 4 hours in business mentoring from the Hypatia Research Consortium
Central Prizes
Additionally, the top three teams from all competing hackathons will receive a total of up to €9,000 in prizes in the European finals, taking place on 27 November!
- 1st place: €5,000
- 2nd place: €3,000
- 3rd place: €1,000
Mentoring
The top 3 teams across all competing hackathons will each be awarded an additional 100 hours of expert mentoring.
Space technology is leveraged by entrepreneurs all over the world. How can it be utilised in defence and security? Our expert panel will discuss the key challenges and provide valuable insights to help you design and develop your solution.
Fondazione E. Amaldi supports research and innovation all over Italy, helping startups and SMEs to integrate space technology, collaborate with experts from other sectors, and attract funding for their projects. The FEA is headquartered inside the Italian Space Agency in Rome – an excellent venue to begin your space tech adventure.
You can join this Hackathon in person or remotely, accessing our interactive digital workshops and mentor sessions.
Don’t miss your opportunity to meet key figures in the Italian aerospace sector at the 8th CASSINI Hackathon in Rome. Register now.
This hackathon is supported by the following sponsors and partners:
