# **DEGA Hackathon – AI for DAO Treasury Management on Midnight** ### **Hackathon Introduction** The **DEGA Hackathon – AI for DAO Treasury Management on Midnight** is a **global, fully virtual competition** bringing together developers, AI engineers, and blockchain innovators to reimagine how **Decentralized Autonomous Organizations (DAOs)** manage their treasuries. Hosted by **DEGA** and **Midnight,** this event challenges participants to build **privacy-first, AI-driven tools** that solve real-world DAO treasury problems, ranging from automated asset allocation to secure and transparent workflows. Whether you’re passionate about **AI or open-source innovation**, this is your chance to build impactful solutions, collaborate with industry experts, and compete for **$8,000 in prizes**. To stay connected and communicate more effectively with other developers in the Hackathon, join the DEGA Discord: **[https://discord.gg/dega](https://discord.gg/dega)** Once inside, head over to the **#hackathon** channel where we’ll be sharing updates, answering questions, and connecting with the community. See you there! --- ### **About DEGA** DEGA is building tools and infrastructure to empower creators and developers to launch scalable, privacy-first, and AI-powered decentralized solutions. With a strong focus on **developer experience** and **community-driven innovation**, **DEGA** simplifies blockchain development and helps accelerate the next wave of decentralized applications and services. --- ### **Core Technology** Participants will leverage: - **Midnight.js:** Privacy-focused development tools designed to enable secure and scalable Web3 apps. - **DEGA AI MCP:** A tool for building intelligent financial agents and DAO treasury systems. - **DEGA AI Communication MCP:** A tool that allows AI agents to communicate with each other and “hire” each other to perform tasks. - **ElizaOS:** AI agent framework for building autonomous systems --- ### **Participant Entry Requirements** - Open to global participants. - Individuals or teams of up to **5 members**. - Developers, AI engineers, blockchain enthusiasts, and innovators of all experience levels are welcome. - No prior knowledge of Midnight is required; documentation and workshops will guide participants. --- ### **Sponsors & Ecosystem Partners** - **DEGA** – Hackathon Organizer - **Midnight** – Core Technology Partner --- ### **Key Dates** - **Sept 9: Hackathon Announcement** - **Sept 10: Kickoff X Space at 11:00 AM CRT + Registration Opens** - **Sept 17: Workshop 1: AI Agents with Midnight.js** - **Sept 18: Workshop 2: Privacy Tools for Web3 Developers** - **Sept 19: Workshop 3: Smart Contracts for DAO Treasury** - **Sept 22: Hackathon Officially Begins** - **Sept 25: Midpoint Mentor Check-In** - **Sept 29: Submission Deadline** - **Oct 1: Judging Period** - **Oct 3: Winners Announced** --- ### **Prize Pool & Distribution** Total Prize Pool: **$8,000 in Stablecoin (**$USDM from Moneta**)** - **First Place:** $5,000 - **Second Place:** $2,000 - **Third Place:** $1,000 Prizes will be distributed in the $USDM stablecoin, and winners will be featured across DEGA and Midnight channels. **Important:** Prize payments will be processed and distributed during the **first week of November 2025**. Winners will be contacted through their registered details to confirm wallet addresses and payment logistics. --- ### **Themes** Participants are encouraged to focus on **AI-powered privacy-first solutions** in the following areas: - **DAO Treasury Management:** Intelligent financial agents, portfolio allocation automation, and reporting. - **Compliance Automation:** Tools for zero-knowledge proofs and on-chain compliance. - **Privacy-First DeFi Tools:** Secure data sharing, advanced transaction privacy, and scalable integrations. --- ### **Submission Requirements** Each submission must include: - **Project Description:** Problem statement, solution, and intended impact. - **Source Code:** Publicly accessible (Must be on GitHub). - **Documentation:** Clear instructions on setup and functionality. - **Demo Video:** 3 to 5 minute presentation of your project. --- ### **Developer Resources** Participants will have access to: - [Midnight.js](http://midnight.js) documentation - DEGA AI MCP guides - Workshop recordings and code samples - Mentor-led office hours --- ### **Judging Criteria** - **Innovation & Creativity** 25% - **Technical Execution & Design** 30% - **Real-World Utility & Impact** 30% - **Presentation & Demo** 15% --- ### **Official Communication Channels** - **Discord:**[ Join here](https://discord.com/channels/1021581633406640228/1413557158997524511) – Main hub for announcements, mentoring, and team-building. - **X (Twitter):**[ @Dega_org](https://twitter.com/DEGA_org) – Live updates and reminders. - **YouTube:**[ DEGA Channel](https://www.youtube.com/@DEGA_org) – Workshop and recap videos. --- ### **Post-Hackathon Support** Winners and standout teams will gain: - Promotion across DEGA and Midnight channels. - Networking opportunities with developers. --- ### **Why Join?** The DEGA Hackathon is designed for innovators who want to **push the limits of AI and blockchain**. This is more than a competition; it's a launchpad for bold ideas, global recognition, and meaningful contributions to the decentralized ecosystem.