6. PRIZES & EXPENSE REIMBURSEMENTS

6.1 The Grand Prize: The absolute winner of the Grand Final will be awarded a cash prize of €50,000 (fifty thousand Euros).

6.2 Semi-Finalist Support (Plan A): Under the physical event model (Plan A), each of the Top 50 semi-finalists will receive a flat-rate expense reimbursement of €1,000 (one thousand Euros) to assist with international travel and lodging costs.

6.3 Tax and Fees Responsibility: All cash prizes and expense payouts are subject to international banking fees and the respective tax laws of the recipient's country of residence.