24 hours of Data Science, Machine Learning and AI — from real business challenges to technology-driven solutions.
About the project
DataSaur’26 is a 24-hour offline data analysis and machine learning hackathon organized by the NU DataSci Club for students and young professionals.
The project created a platform connecting academia and industry, where participants could apply their knowledge in practice and work on real-world challenges from partner companies in Data Science, Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence.
673
registered participants
490
active participants
170
teams started working on cases
100
teams presented final solutions
The journey
From a real business challenge to their own solution
Participants worked on two practical cases, applying methods in Data Science, Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence. The challenges were based on real-world applications of AI in industry. Teams analyzed the proposed problems, developed solution prototypes and presented their projects during the final pitching stage. A total of 294 participants representing 100 teams reached the final stage and presented their solutions to the jury.
Social contribution
DataSaur’26 contributes to developing future-ready skills, strengthening the practical preparation of young professionals and building stronger links between students, academia and the technology industry.
Skills for Future & Economic Prosperity
SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
SDG 4: Quality Education
DataSaur’26 turns knowledge into hands-on experience and real industry challenges into opportunities for the next generation of technology professionals.
