Proof of Hack

Proof of Hack Hackathon by MultiversX & Openmesh

Welcome to the Proof of Hack Hackathon hosted by MultiversX & Openmesh, together with TAIKAI and Proof of Talk 2024. 
As a part of this event developers and builders alike, will be able to take part in the challenge of creating something new and revolutionary built on the MultiversX blockchain.

Come and join us for a 10-day intensive hackathon. Collaborate with the brightest minds in web3, data, infrastructure, and AI to build innovative solutions, win prizes up to USD $70,000, and present your solution to a network of VCs and developer networks, either in person or virtually.

During this hackathon, you will meet a small team, virtually or in person (Paris), to elevate your creativity, problem-solving, and team collaboration skills to the next level. We will work with you to find your ideal team member and provide you with a lot of support to unlock your creativity 💡

👉 This event is a unique opportunity for developers and innovators to build innovative solutions on the MultiversX blockchain, utilizing the powerful decentralized data and infrastructure of Openmesh. 
Whether you’re a hardcore developer creating dApps on blockchains, predictive AI models, building web3 infrastructure, a UI designer developing frontend applications, or a non-technical team member ensuring the team delivers quality results, this hackathon is the perfect platform to demonstrate your creativity, collaboration, and technical prowess.

Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of something revolutionary!
Enlist today, bring your innovative ideas to life, and let your creativity run wild! 🚀

WHAT MATTERS THE MOST:

✔️ Global issues require global collaboration. Collective voices and initiatives like this hackathon serve as opportunities to raise awareness, explore new ideas, and unite pioneers, entrepreneurs, innovators, developers, and change-makers in advocating for an open, decentralized web.

✔️ Data and critical IT infrastructure must be open and accessible to all, free from corporate control, to preserve a democratized society.

✔️ Openmesh and MultiversX are dedicated to building open infrastructure that will be pivotal in shaping the next 10-20 years of the internet, preserving democracy, and ensuring a free flow of information and creativity. Being a Sovereign blockchain that operates independently, MultiversX has rebuilt everything from scratch to bring a 1000x improvement in throughput, execution speed, and transaction cost. Developers can build decentralized applications quickly and securely.

✔️ Throughout this hackathon, your hard work, commitment, contributions, and innovation won't solely benefit a private company where only a few will reap the rewards. You will be part of a broad movement dedicated to constructing open-source data and IT infrastructure that will benefit everyone and possibly shed light on addressing some daunting scalability, security, and interoperability challenges.

Other than that,

✔️ Discover and Learn about Groundbreaking Innovations in Blockchains, Data, Cloud, Blockchain, AI, and Web3 Infrastructure from Visionaries!

✔️ Compete for a share of the $20,000 in cash from MultiversX and $50,000 in public cloud from Openmesh.

✔️ You will gain access to our open-source technology, virtual conferences, networking events, after-parties (multiple after-parties are available for those in Sydney), office hours, career fairs, mentoring sessions, pitch nights, and much more.

✔️ Forge connections within expansive open-source communities and with fellow developers and startups.

✔️ Access to numerous open projects.

✔️ Engage with the MultiversX & Openmesh team to share your insights and potentially have your ideas funded.

✔️ Advance your career outstanding candidates may receive full-time job offers.

Your participation will advance your skills and career and contribute to the collective effort of constructing a resilient and inclusive internet. 
Join us to make a tangible impact on the digital world and help create a better and more equitable future for all 🤝

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

✔️ Discover and Learn: Explore groundbreaking data, blockchain, AI, and Web3 infrastructure innovations.

✔️ Compete for Prizes: Win a share of the $20,000 in cash from MultiversX and $50,000 in public cloud credits from Openmesh.

✔️ Access Exclusive Resources: Utilize open-source technology, attend virtual conferences, networking events, after-parties, office hours, career fairs, mentoring sessions, pitch nights, and more.

✔️ Network and Connect: Forge connections with developers, startups, and open-source communities.

✔️ Engage with Openmesh and MultiversX: Interact with the Openmesh and MultiversX teams and gain valuable insights and support.

✔️ Career Advancement: Stand out and secure potential full-time job offers for exceptional candidates.

✔️ Innovate with MultiversX: Leverage MultiversX's robust blockchain platform to develop cutting-edge solutions and enhance your technical expertise.

Goals

MultiversX & Openmesh will allow you to build your project freely, although we encourage you to develop on top of the following main themes:

• AI-Blockchain Integration
• Real World Assets in Web3
• Gaming in Web3
• MultiversX Sovereign Chains Challenge
  
  

Audience

Everyone is invited to participate in this hackathon and showcase their skills. The only rules are that you need a team between 1 and 6 members and have your creativity sharped 💡

Prizes

Prize Pool: $70,000 🔥

AI-Blockchain Integration, Gaming in Web3 & Real World Assets in Web3 challenges:

🥇 1st Place: $6,000

🥈 2nd Place: $4,000

🥉 3rd Place: $3,000

🏅 4th Place: $1,000

🏅 5th Place: $1,000

Sovereign challenge:

🏅 $5,000

Non-monetary Prizes

✔️ 3 Proof of Talk tickets for each winning team 🎁

✔️ Openmesh 15 Xnode’s, decentralized virtual machines (public cloud equivalent of $50,000):

CPU: 8PU RAM: 16GB SSD:320+GB 2 Weeks GPU

12 Months availability for each node from the code activation!

🥇 1st Place: 3 Xnodes

🥈 2nd Place: 3 Xnodes

🥉 3rd Place: 2 Xnodes

🏅 4th Place: 2 Xnodes

🏅 5th Place: 2 Xnodes

🏅6th Place - Sovereign Challenge: 3 Xnodes

also,

✔️ Post-hackathon technical support for projects to reach implementation stages.

✔️ Start-up support for chosen projects for business, marketing and growth.

✔️ Opportunity to join future MultiversX initiatives for growth, such as Startup Demo Day, Incubators, and more.

👉 Please check here all the available prizes, including others from MultiversX & Openmesh partners!

Deliverables and Judging Criteria

See the challenge section.

Projects must be open-source
Projects must submit a pitch deck

Important Dates

• May 3rd:  Registrations open
• May 15th: Hackathon starts
• June 7th: Registrations closes
• June 7th, at 12pm UTC: Project submission deadline
• June 7th, at 1pm UTC: Judging day
• June 9th, at 11:30am UTC: End of voting
• June 10th, at 2pm UTC: Winners announcement

Partners