Databricks has launched the Generative AI World Cup, a global hackathon inviting data and AI professionals to develop cutting-edge Generative AI applications that solve real-world problems. Participants will compete for over $50,000 in prizes, with opportunities for skill development and exclusive access to the Data and AI Summit 2025. Teams of 2 to 4 members will create innovative solutions, supported by Databricks’ resources and expert guidance, with submissions due by October 18, 2024. This event promises to be a showcase of creativity and technological advancement in the AI space.

` Databricks has launched "Clean Rooms" in public preview, a solution that enables secure and privacy-safe collaboration in the cloud. Powered by Delta Sharing, Clean Rooms allows organizations to work with partners and customers across any cloud without exposing sensitive data. The tool supports multiple programming languages, including Python, and can handle a wide range of workloads, making it suitable for industries such as advertising, healthcare, and financial services. Clean Rooms is easy to set up and ensures data remains protected while facilitating collaborative analysis and innovation.