The Bonkathon event has officially kicked off, offering $350,000 in prizes across six distinct tracks. This on-chain, community-led hackathon aims to drive innovation within the Bonk ecosystem by fostering the development of new applications and platforms.
Event Details:
- Dates: April 29th - June 10th
- Tracks:
- Consumer Apps: Focus on applications for everyday users.
- AI: Integration of artificial intelligence with Bonk.
- Finance/DeFi: Decentralized finance applications.
- Gaming: Development of games using Bonk.
- Public Goods: Projects that benefit the community.
- Solana Continuation: Building on projects from previous Solana hackathons.
Important Rules:
- Eligibility: Open to individuals and teams worldwide.
- Submission: All projects must be submitted by June 10th, 2024.
- Originality: Projects must be original and not infringe on third-party rights.
- Judging Criteria: Projects will be judged on innovation, functionality, impact, and feasibility.
- Mentorship: Post-hackathon mentorship available for winning teams.
Additional Details
- Bonk's Popularity: Bonk has over 700,000 holders and has sponsored various hackathons and funded public goods.
- Sponsorship: The Solana Foundation sponsors one of the tracks, offering a second chance for projects from the ColosseumOrg hackathon.
- Community Collaboration: Join the Bonkathon Discord to find team members and brainstorm ideas.
- Judging and Mentorship: Expert judges and mentors will guide and evaluate the projects.
For more information and to register, visit the Bonkathon website.