AUTOMATE OR DIE is a 3-day AI & Automation Hackathon bringing together AI experts, developers, students, entrepreneurs, architects, business

📍 Location: SESAME University, Tunis, Tunisia
📅 Date: 17–19 July 2026
🎟️ Format: In-Person Event & Hackathon

🌟 About the Event

Technology is changing faster than ever, and Artificial Intelligence is becoming a key driver of innovation across every industry.

AUTOMATE OR DIE 2026 is a three-day event dedicated to exploring how AI and automation are transforming the way we work, build, innovate, and solve real-world challenges.

Hosted at SESAME University in Tunis, the event will bring together students, developers, AI practitioners, architects, startup founders, researchers, business leaders, and technology enthusiasts from across Tunisia and beyond.

More than just a hackathon, AUTOMATE OR DIE is a place where ideas come to life. Participants will learn from experienced professionals, collaborate with peers, receive guidance from mentors, and create innovative solutions powered by Artificial Intelligence.

🎯 Why Attend?

Whether you're taking your first steps into AI or already leading transformation initiatives, this event offers something for everyone:

✅ Learn from industry experts and technology leaders

✅ Discover real-world AI use cases and success stories

✅ Connect with professionals, entrepreneurs, and innovators

✅ Participate in hands-on workshops and technical sessions

✅ Build meaningful relationships within the AI community

✅ Collaborate on innovative solutions during the hackathon

✅ Present your ideas and projects to an expert jury

✅ Explore how AI is reshaping industries and creating new opportunities

🏆 Hackathon Challenges

Participants will have the opportunity to develop AI-driven solutions addressing challenges in key sectors:

🏦 Insurance & Banking

• Intelligent customer experiences
• Risk analysis and fraud detection
• Process automation
• Data-driven decision making

🏥 Healthcare & Pharma

• Patient experience and engagement
• Healthcare analytics
• Research and innovation
• AI-assisted healthcare solutions

🏭 Industry

• Smart manufacturing
• Predictive maintenance
• Process optimization
• Operational efficiency through AI

🎤 Call for Speakers

We are looking for speakers who are passionate about sharing knowledge, practical experience, and inspiration.

We welcome submissions from:

👨‍💻 Developers and Engineers
🏗️ Solution Architects
🤖 AI Experts and Researchers
🚀 Startup Founders
📈 Business Leaders
☁️ Cloud and Data Specialists
🔐 Security Professionals
🎓 Academics and Students

Share your journey, your lessons learned, your successes, and even your challenges. The most impactful sessions are often those based on authentic real-world experiences.

🎯 Session Tracks

🤖 AI & Generative AI

Discover the latest advancements in generative AI, large language models, and intelligent applications.

🧠 AI Agents & Copilot

Learn how organizations are building AI assistants, autonomous agents, and modern workplace copilots.

⚡ Automation & Low-Code

Explore how automation platforms and low-code technologies are simplifying business processes.

☁️ Cloud & AI Infrastructure

Modern architectures, scalable AI platforms, cloud services, and operational excellence.

📊 Data & Analytics

The foundation of every successful AI initiative, from data engineering to advanced analytics.

🔒 AI Security & Governance

Responsible AI, compliance, governance, privacy, and securing intelligent systems.

🏥 AI for Healthcare & Pharma

Real-world applications improving healthcare services, research, diagnostics, and patient outcomes.

🏦 AI for Insurance & Banking

Innovation in financial services, customer engagement, fraud prevention, and intelligent operations.

🏭 AI for Industry

Industrial automation, smart factories, predictive maintenance, and connected operations.

🚀 AI Startups & Entrepreneurship

Building AI products, launching startups, fundraising, and turning ideas into successful businesses.

👥 Future of Work & AI

How AI is changing daily work, collaboration, productivity, and workforce skills.

💡 Innovation & Digital Transformation

Strategies, leadership, and practical approaches to driving transformation with AI.

🌍 Who Should Join?

• Students eager to learn and innovate
• Developers and software engineers
• AI and data professionals
• Startup founders and entrepreneurs
• Technology architects and consultants
• Business decision-makers
• Researchers and academics
• Anyone curious about the future of AI and automation

🤝 Join Us in Tunis

For three inspiring days, SESAME University will become a meeting point for people who are passionate about innovation, technology, and the future of Artificial Intelligence.

Come learn, build, collaborate, and share ideas with a community that believes technology can create meaningful impact.

📅 17–19 July 2026
📍 SESAME University, Tunis, Tunisia

*Let's build the future together.