New York Center for AI Responsibility and Research
presents
AI Responsibility Hackathon
November 7–8, 2026 · Binghamton University
Join undergraduate students from across New York to build trustworthy AI systems in the public interest. Hosted by the New York Center for AI Responsibility and Research.
300+
Undergraduate builders
100
Projects for the public good
10
Consortium institutions
2 days
Of building in Binghamton
Four ways to build
Hackathon tracks
Pick a challenge area and ship something that matters. Every track is judged on responsibility, technical depth, and real-world impact.
Agentic Development
Design and evaluate AI agents with safety and interpretability in mind.
Markets & Networks
Explore transparency and fairness in financial and information systems.
Improving Infrastructure
Apply AI to power grids, transportation, and critical public systems.
Environment
Monitor and mitigate climate and environmental challenges with AI.
Empire AI Consortium
New York's research institutions, together
The Empire AI Consortium unites New York State's leading public and private research institutions to advance artificial intelligence for the public good. The AI Responsibility Hackathon welcomes undergraduates from across the consortium.
Partners
Sponsors
Partner logos will appear here. Interested in sponsoring? Contact the organizing team.
Ready to build for the public good?
Applications are open to undergraduates across the New York Center consortium. Spots are limited — apply early.
Start your application