Build Week Hackathon Vol. 2: Meet Our Winners
130+ participants, 50+ project submissions, and projects built and deployed on-chain — here are the winners of Build Week Hackathon Vol. 2.
The reading room.
Alizay Ayesha's Story: From a Girl Sitting at a Computer to Building Two Technology Companies
Founder & CEO of Zar Labs and Co-Founder of Vyzion Systems, on the thousands of small decisions behind building two technology companies while still studying Data Science.
Students Need an AI Tool for Real Marketing Work — Now With a Free $15 Plan
A real audit and a one-page decision brief build a stronger portfolio than a polished but unsupported presentation — how to practice the work you want to be hired for.
Why Email Marketing Is Still the Best Money Your Brand Will Ever Spend
Email averages $36–$42 back per $1 spent — more than Google Ads, social, or SEO. Why most brands still treat it like an afterthought, and how a retention studio fixes that.
Claude vs. ChatGPT in Late 2026: What Actually Changed, and Who Should Switch
GPT-6 Astra, Claude Opus 4.8, and Sonnet 5 — a hands-on comparison of what actually changed, and who should switch depending on whether you write, code, or study.
How AI Is Helping Creators Spend Less Time on Repetitive Image Editing
AI won't replace creative work, but it can remove the repetitive editing tasks that slow creators down — a look at how AI-assisted tools fit into a real creative workflow.
Build Week Hackathon is Back with $500 Prize Pool
We're back with Build Week Hackathon Vol.2 — a $500 prize pool, a focus on AI and RWA projects, and support the whole way. 100% free, everyone welcome.
Build an AEO / AI-Search Visibility Plan That Gives AI Something Worth Citing
A visibility plan should do more than list content ideas. It should give AI something worth citing — a clear, well-supported answer to the questions your audience is actually asking.
AI Carousels: How to Turn One Idea Into Content People Actually Want to Swipe Through
AI is very good at turning an approved idea into a first working draft. But the audience, the claim, the proof, and the final call still belong to the team.
Beyond the Hero Section: A Framework for Treating SaaS Customers as Partners
Positioning isn't fixed by better homepage copy. The 'So What?' rule, mirror language, and a growth-driven success model turn customers into partners.
Build Week Hackathon Winners Announced
After an incredible week of building and shipping, the results are in — congratulations to everyone who built with us.
Less AI Slop, Better Websites: A Practical Guide
A step-by-step process for building a website with AI tools without it looking like everyone else's — from finding your taste to verifying the final result.
Got an Idea? Build it. Win $300.
Turn your idea into a real project at the Build Week Hackathon — go solo or team up, get support the whole way, and win up to $300. Everyone welcome.
5 Apps That Made My Life in Thailand So Much Easier
From QR payments to motorbike rentals, meetups, and fitness — five apps I genuinely rely on after a year living in Phuket and Bangkok.
Can the Stablecoin in Your Wallet Be Frozen?
Stablecoins like USDT and USDC can be frozen by their issuers — even in a self-custody wallet. Here's how token freezes work, why they happen, and how to reduce the risk.
Why Small Businesses Need AI Search Visibility Tools Like ActVox Research
Being visible on Google is no longer enough. How ActVox Research unifies SEO, Answer Engine Optimization, competitor research, and content strategy into one marketing operational hub.
You Built It. Nobody Used It. Here's Why.
How the Jobs to Be Done framework from Clayton Christensen and Bob Moesta helps you find the real 'job' customers hire your product for — so you stop guessing.
A Community for People Building What's Next
Despite the name, Girl Meets Tech is open to everyone — a free platform to publish articles, showcase products, and promote events.
8 Underrated AI Marketing Tools Small Businesses Should Be Using in 2026
Beyond ChatGPT and Jasper: eight lesser-known AI platforms that help small teams punch above their weight on SEO, content, and automation.
Treat Your AI Agent Like a New Intern
5 prompt-writing rules that turn a vague chatbot into a high-performing support agent.
Rise In and Stellar Launch APAC Hackathon to Build the Next Generation of Financial Applications
Calling all developers: Build the future of finance with Stellar and compete for up to $60,000 in prizes at the APAC Stellar Hackathon.