OpenAI showcased new technology at its DevDay event in Singapore, introducing the 'Due Diligence Assistant 2024' demo and a live demonstration of its Realtime API, which included ordering pineapple tarts. Concurrently, a hackathon dubbed the 'world's shortest hackathon' was held in San Francisco, hosted by Nvidia and Vercel, attracting over 100 participants. The hackathon lasted two hours, with participants encouraged to submit their projects by 8 p.m. PT. One participant claimed victory shortly after the event concluded, highlighting the rapid development capabilities showcased during the competition. The event coincided with Bitcoin's price nearing $100,000, indicating a broader context of technological advancements and market movements.