Hash Hedge and the Walbi platform have announced the World Series of Crypto Trading (WSCT), a global trading event whose final will pit human traders against AI systems in Dubai. This unique tournament will test the capabilities of professional traders against advanced algorithms, using real capital in live market conditions.
Each WSCT finalist will receive a funded account with $50,000 provided by Hash Hedge, while Walbi will run three AI strategies in real time directly competing against the human participants. The winner will receive a coveted WSCT bracelet, a cash prize, and the right to manage a Hash Hedge account equal to the combined profits of all the finalists.
The competition will culminate at the Blockchain Life 2025 event in Dubai, a city chosen for its status as a crypto hub with regulations that encourage innovation while maintaining protections for investors. This direct confrontation between human and artificial intelligence represents a unique comparative experiment that will be closely watched by professional traders, algorithmic platforms, and investors interested in the intersection of cryptocurrencies and AI.
Human vs AI: for the first time in trading history
The WSCT could accelerate the adoption of algorithmic products by both institutional funds and retail traders, thanks to its wide media coverage. Real-money trades executed under high-visibility conditions could increase order flow in the selected pairs during the competition.
The tournament also raises important questions about risk limits, oversight, and liability in the event of automated system failures. For professional traders, the opportunity to manage a funded account could attract both individuals and human-algorithm hybrid teams seeking capital or strategic partnerships.
This confrontation between human intuition and the analytical capability of AI under real market conditions will serve as a public test of how human traders and algorithms can coexist in today’s financial ecosystem.
