This is your multiverse moment. Design a future that blows minds. Get spotted by top design mentors, hiring pros, and innovation legends. Your idea could light up the stage, win hearts, open doors, and maybe even change how we see value, money, and meaning.

Your Mission, should you choose to imagine boldly

Design a speculative future set in the year 2050.

We want your vision of the future of currency, and the world that makes it real. This is not just about design. It’s about dreaming, rethinking, world-building. You don’t need to be a design student — just a curious, creative thinker ready to stretch your imagination.

The Challenge is open now, for participation. The 10 finalists go to DesignUp 2025 Nov 03-05 in Bangalore.

What’s In It For You?

• Get seen by design leaders, influencers,
 hiring managers and innovation heads
• Build credibility and add serious weight to your portfolio
• Unlock new opportunities, internships, mentorships
(it’s happened before at DesignUp!)
• Be featured in DesignUp’s social channels, poster wall and the conference gallery
• 10 Entries will earn the prestigious DesignUp Futures Shortlist

10 Entries will earn the prestigious DesignUp Futures Shortlist

• A free pass to attend DesignUp 2025
• A DesignUp Futures Certificate
• Social media shoutouts and recognition
• Display at the Futures Showcase wall

3 Finalists will be invited to present at DesignUp2025

Live (or online) on the main stage at DesignUp 2025 in November, sharing their vision with 1000+ curious and plugged-in attendees. You'll be coached for your presentation by some of our top Presentation Coaches and MCs.