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SUMMARY:DesignXR Hackathon 2026: LPI Media Partner for Global AI/XR Event
DESCRIPTION:April 20 – May 25\, 2026\nVirtual (global)\n\nLinux Professional Institute (LPI) is proud to serve as Media Partner for DesignXR Hackathon 2026\, a global virtual hackathon reimagining learning and problem-solving through the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Extended Reality (XR). \nOrganized by iTSikhwal\, DesignXR Hackathon 2026 brings together students\, developers\, designers\, and innovators from around the world to build immersive\, impactful solutions using cutting-edge open technologies. Participants collaborate across teams\, receive mentorship from industry experts\, and present their projects to a panel of judges. \n20% Discount on LPI Certifications \nDesignXR Hackathon 2026 participants receive a 20% discount on LPI certification exams. This exclusive offer allows developers and students to validate their Linux and open source skills with globally recognized credentials. \nHackathon Focus and Audience \nDesignXR Hackathon 2026 targets a diverse global community of approximately 250+ participants\, including IT professionals\, students\, educators\, designers\, and business innovators. The event explores the intersection of AI and XR technologies with open-source development practices\, encouraging participants to build scalable\, accessible\, and impactful solutions. \nLPI as Media Partner \nAs Media Partner\, LPI supports DesignXR Hackathon 2026 through dedicated online coverage and social media promotion across its global channels. This partnership reflects LPI’s commitment to open source education and its mission to connect the next generation of developers and innovators with the Linux and open source ecosystem. \nAbout iTSikhwal \niTSikhwal is a technology-driven company focused on building innovative digital solutions\, immersive experiences\, and community-driven initiatives in emerging technologies such as XR\, AI\, and interactive learning. The company actively works on projects related to education\, virtual experiences\, digital innovation\, and developer communities. \nAs the organizing team behind DesignXR Hackathon 2026\, iTSikhwal brings together mentors\, judges\, creators\, educators\, industry experts\, and community partners to deliver a globally accessible virtual event focused on technology\, creativity\, collaboration\, and open innovation. Through its initiatives\, iTSikhwal aims to empower students\, developers\, designers\, and innovators by creating opportunities for learning\, experimentation\, and real-world problem solving. \n\nEvent website:\n\nhttps://designxr.itsikhwal.com/
URL:https://www.lpi.org/es/event/designxr-26/
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SUMMARY:LPI at the Connected Africa Summit 2026
DESCRIPTION:April 27-30\, 2026\nNairobi\, Kenya\nThe Edge Convention Centre\n\nLinux Professional Institute (LPI) will participate in the Connected Africa Summit 2026\, a landmark event uniting African tech leaders\, policymakers\, and investors to shape Africa’s digital transformation. \nBuilding on previous editions\, the 2026 summit focuses on actionable outcomes aligned with the African Union’s Digital Transformation Strategy for Africa 2020-2030. The event will launch the Connected Africa Secretariat\, chaired by Kenya\, ensuring sustained progress toward a unified\, innovative\, and sustainable digital continent. \nSummit Scale and Focus \nThe summit brings together 1\,500+ delegates from 30+ countries\, including Ministers of ICT and Communication\, ambassadors\, principal secretaries\, and top industry leaders. The event features eight thematic areas critical to Africa’s digital future: AI and Advanced Computing\, Climate Tech and Green Digital Innovation\, Digital Sovereignty and Infrastructure\, Immersive Technologies\, Human Capital and Future of Work\, Digital Infrastructure for Urban-Rural Convergence\, Tech Diplomacy\, and the Creative Economy. \nThe summit also incorporates practical continental building blocks including the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Digital Trade Protocol and the African Union Data Policy Framework. \nLPI Presence and Business Engagement in Kenya \nLPI will be represented at the summit through its Channel Partner\, LANet Consulting Group (LCG)\, led by Evans Ikua. LCG represents LPI across the greater Eastern Africa region. \nLPI has a strong track record supporting government initiatives in Kenya through partnership with the Kenya ICT Authority under the Presidential Digital Talent Program (PDTP)\, providing training and certification to support open source adoption in the public sector. \nThe summit provides an important opportunity for LPI to: \n\nEngage with government stakeholders and industry leaders on open source skills certification\nExplore partnership opportunities with governments and institutions developing ICT training programs\nConduct business discussions with potential partners across Eastern Africa\nSupport Kenya’s ongoing computerization efforts guided by the Kenya ICT Masterplan\n\nVisit the LPI booth to learn how Linux and open source certification can enhance workforce development\, career opportunities\, and support large-scale digital education initiatives across Africa. \n\n\n\nEvent website:\n\nhttps://connected-africa.com/summit/
URL:https://www.lpi.org/es/event/connectedafrica-26/
LOCATION:Nairobi\, Nairobi\, Kenya
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