about 1 month ago
HTCJ × PitchFest Pipeline Now Open — From Build to Capital
We’re excited to announce the next step for Hack The Concrete Jungle.
We’re officially opening the pipeline from HTCJ → PitchFest → Startup World Cup.
Through our partnership with PitchFest, we’re creating a direct path for builders to move beyond the hackathon and into real opportunities:
- Live pitch opportunities in front of active investors
- Access to a growing venture ecosystem
- A pathway toward funding and scale
This isn’t just about submitting a project.
It’s about turning what you built into a real company.
What started as an idea became a movement—built through real events, real people, and real momentum.…
3 months ago
Calling All Past HTCJ Builders — You’re Invited Back
If you’ve participated in any previous Hack the Concrete Jungle (HTCJ) event — Miami, Dallas, Las Vegas, LA, or New York — this update is for you.
HTCJ is not a one-time hackathon. It’s a multi-city, multi-industry innovation ecosystem, and we’re continuing that journey with our second New York City edition, in collaboration with SFWRUNWAY during New York Fashion Week.
What This Round Is About
HTCJ × SFWRUNWAY: Technology Shaping the Future of Fashion
This round invites builders to explore innovation across:
Fashion & culture
AI, Web3, and immersive tech
Sustainability & circular…
4 months ago
Join HTCJ — Past Hackathons, New Events, and Global Cohorts
Message:
Hey Builder
Hack the Concrete Jungle (HTCJ) is a multi-city hackathon series where creators and engineers build real products at the intersection of culture, emerging tech, and real-world ecosystems.
Even though some of our past hackathons have ended (Dallas, LA Tech Week, Vegas, Miami), we’re still actively growing the community and advancing top teams into our HTCJ Cohorts & Incubation pipeline.
If you’re interested in building with real partners, joining future cohorts, accessing tools + credits, and collaborating with top founders and engineers — join the HTCJ builder network.
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4 months ago
And the winner is...
The judges have weighed in, and we're excited to share the news! Go to the Hack the Concrete Jungle: The Dallas Crossover gallery to congratulate the winners and check out all of the awesome submissions.
Even though the competition is over, you don't have to stop coding. Update your portfolio to inform your followers about new projects and get feedback from fellow hackers.
Questions?If you have any questions about the hackathon, please post on the discussion forum.
5 months ago
DEVPOST UPDATE — FINAL BUILDS REQUIRED
Builders,
Hack the Concrete Jungle Dallas is moving into final submission mode.
We are now accepting finished, functional products on Devpost.
This means your submission should demonstrate:
- A working product or prototype
- Clear functionality (not just concepts)
- A demo that shows the product in action
If it runs, clicks, executes, or produces output — it counts.
✅ FINAL SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Each submission must include:
- Project name + clear description
- Problem statement + solution
- Live demo link or recorded walkthrough
- GitHub repository…
5 months ago
📣 Important Update: HTCJ Dallas Schedule, Locations & How to Build
Builders,
Hack the Concrete Jungle: The Dallas Crossover is officially live this weekend. This update clarifies where to go, what’s happening, and how to participate — whether you’re building IRL or online.
🗓️ Event Overview (Please Read)
HTCJ Dallas is a hybrid hackathon running alongside Web3 Crossover. This is not a traditional sit-down hackathon — it’s a live build environment where development happens in real time while sports, culture, and community are active.
📍 Day 1 — Mixer & Hackathon Kickoff
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5 months ago
Public voting is now open
It's your turn to pick the Popular Choice award winner! Browse ' Hack the Concrete Jungle: The Dallas Crossover' submission gallery, click on your favorite, and vote. Be sure to spread the word via your social networks, too!
Please note, as per the Devpost terms of service, you may not tamper with the vote process through manual or automated means, or attempt to compensate voters, at risk of disqualification. Find out more about public voting here.
Questions?If you have any questions about the hackathon, please post on the discussion forum.