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Hack the Globe 2026

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Hack the Globe 2026

Deadline: 27 Jan 2026 (Closed)
Location: Toronto, London, Canada / Online

To All UG Students,

 

Hack the Globe 2026 is now calling for applications.

 

Hack the Globe, organised by Global Spark, is an annual multidisciplinary hackathon dedicated to tackling humanity’s most pressing social impact challenges. Participants will compete from BCG’s Toronto office, London, or online while working collaboratively to solve real world problems and connect with industry leaders.

 

Interested students may apply individually or as a team of up to 4 members by submitting the online application on or before January 26, 2026 (Monday) 11:59pm ET. 

 

Please refer to the event website and below message from the organiser for further details.

 

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[Message from the Global Spark]

 

Poster

 

Are you ready to tackle some of the world’s most pressing social impact challenges?

 

Applications are now open for Hack the Globe 2026, Global Spark’s annual social impact hackathon, where you can create prototypes with sustainable business models that tackle pressing global issues. 

 

At Hack The Globe, you’ll compete from BCG’s Toronto office, London (location TBD), or online while networking with peers and sponsors, building business and technical skills, and learning from industry leaders from companies like BCG, Microsoft, and Google.

 

Hack the Globe is open to students from all disciplines—whether you’re in STEM, business, arts, social sciences, etc., this is your chance to make an impact!


Here are the key details:
●   Application Deadline: January 26th, 2026
●   Kickoff Dates: March 7, 2026
●   Hacking Weekend: March 21-22 at BCG’s Toronto Office, London, or Virtually 

 

Apply now here: 
https://apply.globalspark.world/

 

Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity to collaborate, innovate, and make a difference. We can’t wait to see what you create! Feel free to contact hacktheglobe@globalspark.world with any questions. 

 

Warm regards,
The Global Spark Team

 

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Disclaimer:

  1. The Faculty will not be responsible for any expenses incurred in this Competition.
  2. The data collected is solely administered by the organiser. The Faculty shall not be held liable in the case that disputes, loss or any other situations arise.
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