Bankrupt The Old Way – Disruptive FinTech Challenge

Banking is no longer just about banks—it’s about smart, secure, and accessible financial ecosystems. Bankrupt The Old Way – Disruptive FinTech Challenge is a national-level hackathon where coders, economists, product minds, and innovators converge to build FinTech solutions that simplify finance, increase access, and unlock trust in the digital economy.

Whether it’s transforming transactions, building better budgeting tools, or securing crypto ecosystems, this 36-hour hackathon is your gateway to shaping the next era of finance—powered by blockchain, AI, and data science.

🚀 Reimagine the Future of Finance with Code, Crypto, and Cognitive Tech

🗓️ Hackathon Details

Event Dates: 23- 24 February 2025
Registration Deadline: 19 February 2025
Team Size: 1–4 members
Duration: 36 hours

🧭 Tracks / Themes

🏦 Smart Banking & Digital Wallets
Build user-centric banking apps, payment gateways, or frictionless wallet integrations.

📈 AI for Personal Finance
Develop budgeting, savings, or investment tools powered by AI and machine learning.

🧾 RegTech & Compliance Automation
Create tools that automate regulatory processes, audits, or anti-money laundering checks.

🔐 Blockchain & Crypto Solutions
Design decentralized applications (dApps), secure transaction systems, or crypto investment tools.

👥 Financial Inclusion & Microfinance
Use tech to empower underserved communities with access to loans, insurance, or basic banking.

🛡️ Cybersecurity in FinTech
Build secure authentication, fraud detection, or privacy-preserving systems for financial data.

🛠️ What Participants Will Do

Choose a track and define a user or market problem.
Build an MVP using APIs, financial data, or blockchain platforms.
Design user flows that are intuitive and secure.
Deliver a live pitch and demo with real-world use cases.

🧠 Learning Opportunities

FinTech masterclasses on DeFi, blockchain, UPI, and open banking
Workshops on secure coding, financial APIs, and compliance
Mentorship from FinTech leaders, VCs, and product experts
Tech support and API access throughout the hackathon

🧾 Judging Criteria

✔️ Innovation & Relevance – Does it address a real financial challenge or gap?
✔️ Technical Execution – Code quality, performance, and API usage
✔️ Security & Compliance – Is it secure and regulation-friendly?
✔️ User Experience – Intuitiveness and clarity in design
✔️ Pitch & Documentation – Clarity of problem, solution, and impact in the final demo

🎁 Outcomes & Opportunities

Win prizes, certifications, and FinTech mentorships
Get shortlisted for startup accelerators or pilot programs
Top solutions may be fast-tracked by industry partners or incubators
All participants receive certificates and learning resources

👥 Who Can Participate?

Developers, designers, and FinTech enthusiasts
Finance students, product managers, and data scientists
Blockchain and crypto developers
Anyone passionate about reimagining financial systems