RevenueCat's annual Shipaton mobile hackathon is back, running from August 1 to September 30, offering substantial prizes for new app launches. This year's event aims to foster app development by leveraging AI coding tools, making app creation accessible to a wider audience.

To participate, developers must launch a new app using the RevenueCat SDK for monetization within the specified period. The competition boasts over $700,000 in cash prizes, with a total prize value exceeding $1 million. Winners will be recognized across 20 categories, including a student award, and may receive a billboard feature in New York City's Times Square.

Participants will receive a 'Ship Kit' with resources to aid in app development and growth. RevenueCat will also host regular livestreams with experts and support over 40 'Shipaton IRL' events globally. Full details and registration are available at shipaton.com.