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The deadline is pretty tight, but since it's just an idea submission.. Anyone interested should give it a try..
The initial submission period ends on January 21, 2026 at 11:59 PM PT (Pacific Time), which is January 22, 2026 (Thursday) at 4:59 PM KST.. But please refer to the original text for confirmation.
https://builder.aws.com/content/35ccI7BX1tA5xIkO29YPBQPfvLk/10000-aideas-competition-terms
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(Original : https://builder.aws.com/connect/events/10000aideas)
Global 10,000 AIdeas Competition Summary
Competition Overview: One of the largest developer competitions in AWS history, where developers worldwide create innovative AI application ideas/prototypes using AWS tools.
Benefits/Rewards: Total prize money of $250,000 (cash prizes), AWS credits, promotion on official AWS channels (e.g., AWS re:Invent 2026 and AWS channel introduction), networking opportunities with technology leaders.
Participation Tracks (5)
Workplace Efficiency
Daily Life Enhancement
Commercial Solutions
Social Impact
Creative Expression
Process
Key Dates
December 5, 2025: Competition starts
January 21, 2026: Deadline for initial idea submission
February 11, 2026: Announcement of top 1,000 semi-finalists
March 13, 2026: Semi-final prototype articles published + community voting begins
March 20, 2026: Top 300 finalists advance
April 3, 2026: AWS Experts select 50 finalists for the final round
April 17, 2026: Finalists submit revised articles + final voting
April 30, 2026: Winners announced
May ~ September 2026: Showcase at AWS Summits worldwide
Eligibility (Key Points)
Individuals or teams of up to 4 members
Minimum age of 18 years old
Valid AWS Builder ID
Use of Kiro
Compliance with AWS Free Tier terms and conditions
Residency in eligible countries (refer to the terms and conditions)
