Registration Opens for Algorand Foundation’s Global Hackathon
The Algorand Foundation has announced the opening of registration for its global virtual hackathon, Build-A-Bull. With $200,000 in prizes, the hackathon aims to create consumer-friendly applications using the Algorand blockchain. The event will run from October 18 to November 15, 2023, and is open to anyone.
Build-A-Bull is a four-week hackathon that offers developers and entrepreneurs an opportunity to conceive a business concept, accelerate its development, and present a final product to expert judges. Participants will receive support, mentorship, and resources throughout the process.
Ryan Terribilini, EVP of Algorand Ventures, says that Build-A-Bull aims to attract promising builders to the Algorand ecosystem. The hackathon seeks high-potential startups and founders who can bring innovative projects to the Algorand blockchain.
Hackathon Tracks
- Defi (presented by Circle)
- Gaming (presented by Unity)
- Consumer (presented by Amazon Web Services)
- Interoperability (presented by Wormhole)
- Impact (presented by Algorand Foundation)
The winner of each track will receive $25,000 and have the opportunity to pitch their project to investors on a ‘demo day’. An additional $10,000 Grand Prize will be determined through a public on-chain vote, along with $25,000 in AWS credits. Second and third-place winners of each track will also receive cash prizes.
The judging panel includes industry leaders and investors such as QCP Capital, DWF Ventures, and Blockchain Capital. Projects will be evaluated based on team skillset, project design and interface, pitch quality, and market adoption potential.
To learn more about Build-A-Bull and register for the hackathon, visit the official website.
About Algorand Foundation
The Algorand Foundation is responsible for ensuring the success of the Algorand blockchain. Created by Silvio Micali, a Turing Award-winning cryptographer and MIT professor, Algorand offers fast transaction throughput, immediate finality, and near-zero transaction costs. The foundation focuses on maintaining sound monetary supply economics, decentralized governance, and a thriving open-source ecosystem. For more information about Algorand Foundation, visit their website.
Contact
For further inquiries or information, please contact Eric D from the Algorand Foundation at [email protected].
Hot Take: Algorand Foundation’s Build-A-Bull Hackathon Offers Exciting Opportunities for Blockchain Builders
The Algorand Foundation’s Build-A-Bull hackathon presents an exciting opportunity for developers and entrepreneurs to showcase their skills and create innovative consumer-friendly applications on the Algorand blockchain. With $200,000 in prizes across five tracks, participants have a chance to win cash prizes, pitch to investors, and gain exposure in the industry. The hackathon aims to attract promising builders to the Algorand ecosystem and foster the growth of high-potential startups. By providing support, mentorship, and resources, the Algorand Foundation is empowering participants to bring their ideas to life. With its fast transaction throughput and low costs, the Algorand blockchain offers an ideal platform for building scalable and secure applications. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to be a part of the next generation of Algorand builders!
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