An open AI challenge platform hosting research competitions with prizes, often in reinforcement learning and applied ML.
AIcrowd is an ai competitions where anyone can register to start earning, and the work can be done remotely. Fees are Free to enter, prize pools $17k-50k typical and you can withdraw via Bank transfer. Founded in 2018, AIcrowd is based in Lausanne, Switzerland. It is available worldwide.
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How AIcrowd compares
- AIcrowd takes no commission from what you earn — 11 of the 11 prize competitions we track are free to earn on.
- Launched in 2018, AIcrowd is newer than most prize competitions — 8 of the 11 we track were founded earlier.
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Is AIcrowd legit?
AIcrowd is a real, operating platform. What we could verify:
- Operating since 2018 (8 years)
- Headquartered in Lausanne, Switzerland
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Frequently asked questions
How much does AIcrowd charge?
AIcrowd fees: Free to enter, prize pools $17k-50k typical. It takes no commission, so apart from payment-processing or withdrawal costs you keep what you earn.
How do you get paid on AIcrowd?
AIcrowd pays out via Bank transfer.
Which countries is AIcrowd available in?
Worldwide.
Is AIcrowd legit?
Yes, AIcrowd is a real, operating platform: operating since 2018 (8 years) and headquartered in Lausanne, Switzerland. As with any platform, check its current terms before relying on it for income.
What are the best AIcrowd alternatives?
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