HiphAthon 2026 Build Sprint
today October 16, 2026my_locationVirtual + New York City Partner Site
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HiphAthon is the creator-build sprint where participants learn the new tools shaping music, media, business, and ownership, then use those tools to build something real.
The October sprint is designed to prepare selected teams for a finalist demo moment during Hip Hop Tech Con 2026.
Program
Opening session: culture, code, and ownership
Opening Host — Culture, Code, and Ownership
A plain-language opening that explains why creator ownership, AI, Web3, IP, and new business models matter now.
Challenge briefings from sponsors and community partners
Sponsors and partners explain the problems they want creators, builders, and teams to explore during the sprint.
Learning lab: AI workflows creators can actually use
A practical session on using AI for planning, content, marketing, fan engagement, and day-to-day creator operations.
Learning lab: IP, rights, splits, and protection
A creator-friendly overview of credits, publishing, licensing, splits, royalties, and protection before teams build.
Build sprint and mentor rooms
Teams move from idea to prototype, campaign, workflow, or demo with support from mentors and advisors.
Demo prep and feedback rooms
Teams refine their message, user story, pitch, and next-step request before finalist selection.
HiphAthon demo showcase and finalist selection
Teams present outcomes to judges and partners. Selected finalists move into coaching for Hip Hop Tech Con.
Details
| Begin | October 16, 2026 H 18:30 |
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| End | October 18, 2026 H 16:00 |
| Location | Virtual + New York City Partner Site |
| Address | New York, NY |
| Link | https://hiphverse.com/creator-builder-interest/ |
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