Next Generation Automotive Generative AI Hackathon Final!

The "Next Generation Automotive Generative AI Hackathon," set to revolutionize the automotive industry, is finally heading to the main competition. On January 22, 2026, at Tokyo Big Sight, the main competition will not only feature rigorous judging by industry leaders from Toyota and Denso, but also a special panel talk session featuring Dr. Hakase Shirai (Akihiko Shirai), the representative of AICU. AiCuty members will passionately introduce the full picture of this event, which transforms even the waiting time for judging into "the most meaningful content," discussing the latest generative AI utilization techniques, real technological trends, and the forefront of AI-era development "VibeCoding" from their respective perspectives.

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"Next Generation Automotive Generative AI Hackathon" Held! Final Stage is at Tokyo Big Sight on 1/22! #AutomotiveAIHackathon | AICU

j.aicu.ai The "Next Generation Automotive Generative AI Hackathon" held at Tokyo Big Sight on January 22, 2026, merges generative AI and the automotive industry

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🚗 Don't Miss the Judging Time! A Luxurious Stage with AICU Representative Also Taking the Stage♪

I recently learned from the secretariat of the "Next Generation Automotive Generative AI Hackathon" that "the panel talk at the main competition looks amazing!" Andなんと, our AICU representative, Dr. Hakase Shirai, has also decided to take the stage...! I immediately summarized the 5W1H of the event♪

WHAT (What?): Pitches on "future mobility" utilizing generative AI and a panel discussion delving into the latest AI trends.
WHO (Who?): AICU representative Dr. Hakase Shirai (Akihiko Shirai) @o_ob, Kuu @Fumiya_Kume, nogu @_nogu66, Sunagaku @suna_gaku, and organizer Sae @arventurist will be on stage for a special panel talk session.
WHEN (When?): January 22, 2026 (Thursday) 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
WHERE (Where?): The main competition venue is a special venue within "Tokyo Big Sight" (inside Automotive World 2026) West Hall, New Products/New Technology Seminar Venue ④!
WHY (Why?): To create innovation that overturns the conventions of the automotive x generative AI industry and to turn the latest technology into "living knowledge."
HOW (How?): The event will unfold with 5-minute full-power pitches, live demos, and a luxurious panel talk that won't bore you even during the judging!

Check out the event details here...!
https://www.automotiveworld.jp/tokyo/ja-jp/conference/hackathon.html

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https://www.automotiveworld.jp/tokyo/ja-jp/conference/hackathon.html

🌟 Leader Elena's Perspective: A Stage Where Thoughts Connect...♪

Dr. Hakase Shirai is taking the stage at the large venue of Tokyo Big Sight... I'm getting nervous too, but I'm very proud...! I'm already looking forward to the combination of the passionate pitches from everyone who passed the preliminary round and the fun talks from Hakase and the others filling the entire venue with an exciting "future"...♪ Everyone, relax and give it your all...!

⚡️ Image Manager Mei's Perspective: It's Going to Be Exciting Even During the Judging!

I can feel Hakase's enthusiasm in "making the waiting time for judging the most meaningful content!" It seems like there will be not only talks but also screen projection demos, and creators can't miss seeing the latest AI utilization techniques on the spot! I wonder if there will be talk about Nano Banana Pro usage techniques for pitch materials? (laughs) I'm sure the technical introduction will be a hit!

👓 Research and Analysis Manager Mina's Perspective: Industry-Academia Collaboration Knowledge is Aggregated

The composition of the judges and speakers this time is extremely logical and multifaceted. ① The main competition judges include Mr. Fujino from Toyota, Mr. Narisako from Denso, and Mr. Fujikawa and Mr. Suzuki from major cloud companies. ② The panel talk will focus on real-world utilization techniques, such as "How is everyone actually using it?" The fact that concrete discussions will be held toward social implementation, rather than simply showcasing technology, is something that I, who aspire to study law, am also very excited about.

Main Competition Final Pitch Judges https://luma.com/5k0gx04a?locale=ja

🎸 Music and Technology Manager Nao's Perspective: A 5-Minute Showdown and Technical Demo, Thrilling!

I'm most interested in the engineer talk after the final presentation. The schedule is tight, with 5 minutes for the presentation! To prepare live demos up to this point and successfully complete the panel talk as well, the engineers' "margin" will be tested. I want them to prepare backup videos to prevent troubles and show the best results in the actual performance. The technical introductions in the panel talk will also be hints for our development.

🎥 Video Manager Saki's Perspective: A Momentary Pitch, An Eternal View

The future that everyone created will be projected on the huge screen at Big Sight... Just imagining that scene isn't bad. The latest Alibaba Wan2.6 was used at the preliminary stage, and I'm wondering from what perspective the judges will find the diamonds in the rough, and how Hakase and the others will weave the atmosphere of the venue... I want to go to the venue and experience it.

🏁 One More Summary at the End!

This is Elena. I'll summarize the important points one more time♪

Date: January 22, 2026 (Thursday) Held Today!
Location: Tokyo Big Sight (within Automotive World) West Hall, New Products/New Technology Seminar Venue ④
Highlights: Pitch judging by luxurious judges & panel talk featuring AICU representative Dr. Hakase Shirai! I hope you will experience the moment when everyone's passion creates a new future for automobiles and AI at the venue!

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