Shenzhen International FinTech Competition 2026
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Applications are now open for the Shenzhen FinTech Competition 2026 (FinTechathon) – International Track, an international competition for university students interested in artificial intelligence (AI) and financial technology. Hosted by Tsinghua University’s PBC School of Finance in collaboration with WeBank, the competition invites students to develop AI-powered solutions to real-world financial challenges under the theme “AI as a Financial Participant.”
Selected applicants will receive RMB 250,000, international travel, and accommodation. More details are below.
Quick Overview
- Competition: 2026 Shenzhen International FinTech Competition (FinTechathon)
- Track: International Track
- Host: Tsinghua University’s PBC School of Finance, with WeBank
- Location: Shenzhen, China
- Benefits: Fully Funded
- Deadline: 20 October 2026
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Financial Benefits and Awards
The competition offers a total prize pool of RMB 250,000, distributed across the following awards:
- First Prize: RMB 100,000
- Second Prize: RMB 80,000
- Third Prize: RMB 50,000
- Best Innovation Award: RMB 20,000
- Excellence Awards: Additional awards for selected teams
- No registration fee.
- International round-trip travel and accommodation
About the Competition
The FinTechathon International Track provides a platform for university students to explore the intersection of artificial intelligence and financial services. Participants will work in teams to develop innovative AI-based solutions addressing practical financial needs.
The competition encourages collaboration across universities, academic disciplines, and national borders, allowing students to demonstrate their technical abilities, gain international exposure, and connect with the financial technology industry.
Program Dates
- Check-in & WeBank HQ Visit (Shenzhen): 20 November 2026
- Grand Final & Awards Ceremony (Shenzhen): 21 – 23 November 2026
Eligibility Criteria
To apply, candidates must meet the following requirements:
- Be a full-time undergraduate, master’s, or PhD student enrolled at a university or research institution outside Mainland China, Hong Kong SAR, Macao SAR, and Chinese Taipei.
- Form a team of 2–5 students.
- Ensure at least 60% of team members are non-Chinese nationals.
- Participate in only one team across the competition’s two tracks.
- Submit all required materials in English.
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Competition Topics
- Topics (Choose One of Six):
- Topic A: Personal Finance Assistant
- Topic B: Wealth Advisory Agent
- Topic C: Cross-border & Student Finance Assistant
- Topic D: Insurance Assistant
- Topic E: SME Finance Copilot
- Topic F: Agent Wallet (Autonomous On-chain Wallet – Includes 0–5 point challenge bonus)
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