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HAPPY Brings Real-World Challenges to Young Talent at Innovation Bootcamp Albania

HAPPY Brings Real-World Challenges to Young Talent at Innovation Bootcamp Albania

HAPPY, part of BALFIN Group, participated in the first edition of Innovation Bootcamp Albania, where the student team working on the company's challenge secured second place in the competition.

Held from October 26 to 30, 2026, the program brought together approximately 30 students, mentors, and business representatives to strengthen collaboration between academia and industry. The event was organized by Match4Research and the Faculty of Economics at the University of Tirana.

Presented by Ersi Hoxholli, Senior Developer at HAPPY, the challenge focused on using artificial intelligence (AI) and gamification to create a more personalized and engaging digital experience. Students were invited to develop a prototype combining game-inspired elements, such as points, levels, and rewards, with AI technology.

Throughout the five-day program, teams developed their ideas with guidance from mentors and presented their solutions to a panel of judges. The team tackling HAPPY's challenge earned second place, demonstrating the potential of young talent to bring creative solutions to real business challenges.

HAPPY's participation reflects BALFIN Group's commitment to supporting emerging talent and strengthening collaboration between education and the private sector.

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