PropTech Philippines launches today, April 14, its first hackathon in Cebu to develop digital solutions for challenges in the real estate and events industries.
The two-day event, Hackestate: Hackathon 2025, will be held on April 14–15 at the Sacred Heart Center and is supported by Filipino Homes, the country’s largest real estate service network.
Student teams from 13 universities will compete to design web-based applications addressing industry pain points, with emphasis on creativity, usability, and impact.
“This is more than just a competition. It’s a platform for innovation,” said Anthony Gerard Leuterio, chief executive officer of PropTech Philippines and founder of Filipino Homes. “We believe in investing in start-ups and nurturing new ideas. The future is digital, and we are committed to helping young talents create solutions that will move the real estate industry forward.”
Leuterio said Hackestate encourages participants to analyze root problems and design practical tech-driven solutions. “In Hackestate, participants won’t just code—they’ll study the root causes of real estate issues and build meaningful solutions that simplify, streamline, and elevate property processes.”
The hackathon will also serve as a career springboard, offering students the chance to connect with industry professionals, potential employers, and fellow innovators.
“This is a rare opportunity to build relationships, exchange ideas and learn from mentors already shaping the future of real estate in the Philippines,” Leuterio added.
Prizes include PHP 30,000 for first place, PHP 20,000 for second, and PHP 10,000 for third. Participating universities include the University of Cebu, University of the Visayas, University of San Carlos, University of the Philippines Cebu, and others.
PropTech Philippines, an affiliate of the Filipino Homes Group, said it regularly sends teams to international competitions across Asia as part of its commitment to exposing Filipino talent to regional innovation and best practices.
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