AutoInsight
AI copilot that turns raw data into actionable business insights.
by Arjun Mehta
Innovation Pool
AI & Automation Pool
For ideas that use intelligent systems to reshape how teams work and ship.
Guaranteed Minimum Prize
$75,000
Deadline
Jun 30, 2026
11:59 PM UTC
Winners
5 Top Ideas
Credit Required
1 Credit
Per Nomination
Status
Open
Accepting Submissions
1.
Pool Overview
The AI & Automation Pool seeks innovative ideas and solutions that leverage agents, workflow, and copilots to solve real-world problems, enhance productivity, and unlock new possibilities across industries.
Open to individuals and teams
Any industry or domain
Early concepts to advanced prototypes
Global submissions are welcome
2.
Eligibility Requirements
- Open to all members in good standing.
- Ideas must be original and not used in any other active pool.
- Use of AI tools is allowed; disclose if used.
- No minimum prototype is required.
- One idea submission per member for this pool.
Tip
The more specific and impactful your idea, the better your chances of winning.
3.
Judging Criteria
Ideas are evaluated based on the following weighted criteria:
- Problem Importance25%
- Market Demand20%
- Solution Strength20%
- Execution Feasibility20%
- Differentiation15%
4.
Prize Split
Total Prize Pool: $75,000
$37,500
1st Place
$22,500
2nd Place
$15,000
3rd Place
Prizes are awarded in USD. Additional bonus prizes may be announced at the judges' discretion.
5.
Pool Timeline
Submissions Open
May 15, 2026
Submissions Close
Jun 30, 2026
11:59 PM UTC
Judging Period
Jul 1 - Jul 15, 2026
Winners Announced
Jul 20, 2026
Prize Distribution
Within 7 Days of Announcement
6.
View All IdeasRelated Nominated Ideas
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Automate workflows and decisions across operations with ML.
by Priya Nair
DocuMind
AI document intelligence for faster processing and compliance.
by Kareem Shah
VisionMate
Computer vision platform for real-time monitoring and safety.
by Neha Iyer
Transparency Note: EkIdea retains a 20% platform fee to operate and grow the platform. 80% of the total prize pool is awarded to the winners. Winners are selected through a rigorous, skill-based review process by expert judges, not randomly.
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