iFX EXPO International has announced the launch of iFX Hack 2026, a 24 hour Trading & Fintech Hackathon powered by Amazon Web Services (AWS), bringing together developers, students, fintech professionals, entrepreneurs, traders, designers, and innovators to build solutions addressing real world challenges across trading, financial services, artificial intelligence, payments, and technology.

Taking place on 13–14 June 2026 at the University of Limassol, iFX Hack will see participants come together for 24 hours of collaboration, development, and innovation as they build solutions addressing challenges across trading, fintech, artificial intelligence, payments, and financial technology.

Designed as an innovation challenge for the next generation of builders, creators, and technology professionals, the hackathon aims to encourage practical problem solving and foster new ideas that can help shape the future of online trading and financial technology.

Participants will work individually or in teams to create solutions across a range of challenge areas, including:

• AI and Intelligent Trading

• Financial Security and Fraud Prevention

• User Experience and Financial Innovation

Over the course of 24 hours, teams will build, test, and present their projects to a panel of judges from the technology and fintech ecosystem. Entries will be evaluated on innovation, technical execution, functionality, problem solving approach, and potential industry impact.

As the official title sponsor, AWS will support participants through access to world leading cloud technologies and resources while helping encourage innovation within the fintech and trading sectors.

The launch of iFX Hack reflects the growing importance of technology driven innovation across the online trading and fintech sectors. By bringing together developers, students, entrepreneurs, and industry professionals, the initiative aims to encourage collaboration between emerging talent and the wider financial technology ecosystem while providing a platform for the development of practical solutions to real industry challenges.

The hackathon is open to university students, software developers, engineers, data scientists, AI specialists, fintech professionals, product managers, startup founders, traders, and technology enthusiasts. No previous hackathon experience is required.

Participation is completely free of charge, with complimentary food and beverages available throughout the competition. Participants will also have the opportunity to compete for prizes and industry recognition while showcasing their ideas and technical capabilities to leaders from across the online trading, fintech, payments, and technology sectors.

Winning teams will be announced and recognized during iFX EXPO International 2026, taking place on 17–18 June at City of Dreams Mediterranean in Limassol, Cyprus. As one of the industry's leading gatherings, iFX EXPO International brings together brokers, fintech innovators, technology providers, investors, affiliates, and financial services professionals from around the world, providing participants with a unique platform to gain visibility for their work and connect with industry decision makers.

The event forms part of iFX EXPO International's broader commitment to supporting innovation, entrepreneurship, and technology development across the online trading and fintech industries. By creating opportunities for emerging talent, developers, and technology innovators to collaborate and experiment, iFX Hack aims to help bridge the gap between new ideas and real world industry applications.

With participation limited to just 50 participants, interested applicants are encouraged to register early via the official iFX Hack registration page or Eventbrite.

Event Details

Event: iFX Hack 2026 – Trading & Fintech Hackathon Powered by AWS

Date: 13–14 June 2026

Time: Registration from 11:00 AM on 13 June 2026. The Hackathon will commence at 12:00 PM and conclude at 3:00 PM on 14 June 2026.

Format: 24 Hour In Person Hackathon

Venue: University of Limassol

Agias Filaxeos 92, Limassol 3086, Cyprus

Capacity: Limited to 50 participants

Registration Fee: Free

Complimentary Food & Drinks: Available throughout the competition

Parking: Free parking available for all participants

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Prizes: Awards, prizes, and industry recognition for winning teams

Winning Teams Recognition: During iFX EXPO International 2026, 17–18 June 2026, City of Dreams Mediterranean, Limassol, Cyprus

Registration: Registration is now open. Interested participants can register at https://shorturl.at/lRNfc 

About iFX EXPO International

iFX EXPO International is one of the world's leading B2B events for the online trading, fintech, payments, and financial services industries. Bringing together brokers, fintech providers, affiliates, technology companies, investors, and industry professionals from around the world, the event serves as a platform for networking, business development, thought leadership, and innovation. Through its exhibitions, conferences, networking experiences, and industry initiatives, iFX EXPO International continues to support the growth and evolution of the global fintech and online trading ecosystem.