The Build with Gemini XPRIZE 2026 is inviting entrepreneurs, developers, startups, researchers and small organisations from around the world to build AI-powered businesses capable of creating measurable real-world impact.
With a total prize pool of USD 2 million, the global competition challenges participants to launch a working AI-driven business in just 90 days using the Gemini API and Google Cloud technologies. Rather than rewarding ideas alone, the programme seeks ventures with real users, real customers and demonstrable revenue.
Funding
The competition offers a total prize pool of USD 2 million, including:
First Prize:Â USD 500,000
Second Prize:Â USD 200,000
Third–Fifth Prize: USD 100,000 each
15 Runner-up Prizes:Â USD 50,000 each
Categories
Participants must develop a new AI-powered business operating within one of five challenge categories:
Education & Human Potential
Entrepreneurship & Job Creation
Small Business Services
Money & Financial Access
Professional Services Access
Projects must incorporate the Gemini API for at least one large language model (LLM) function and use at least one Google Cloud product.
Entries should demonstrate how AI agents or AI workflows improve business operations, customer experience, or service delivery.
Eligibility
Applications are open worldwide to:
Individuals who have reached the age of majority in their country
Teams of eligible individuals
Small organisations with fewer than 25 employees
Eligible organisations include startups, companies, nonprofits, partnerships and other legally registered entities.
Application information
Deadline: 17 August 2026
For more information and to apply, click here.
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