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.