# GUI INU Ideathon: Build with $GUI Join us for the GUI INU Ideathon, a unique online event organized by the GUI INU community that champions innovative app ideas centered around the $GUI token. Encompassing the theme of Web3 and running from June 6th through August 1st, 2025, this Ideathon is an exciting opportunity for developers and crypto enthusiasts globally to contribute to the Aptos ecosystem while competing for a $10,000 prize pool in $GUI tokens. # Activity Introduction ## Event Overview Gather your passions and skills in blockchain development, AI, gaming, or social networking to innovate with the $GUI token. Whether creating DeFi applications, crafting interactive mini-games, designing AI tools, or developing dynamic social platforms, your potential for impact is immense in this creative Ideathon. ## Hackathon Goals The primary goal of the GUI INU Ideathon is to harness the collective creativity of the crypto community to expand the utility and reach of the $GUI token. We're looking for projects that not only showcase technological prowess but also redefine how $GUI can be integrated into decentralized services, gaming ecosystems, AI functionalities, and social interactivity. ## Prize Pool A total of $10,000 in $GUI tokens awaits the most innovative and impactful projects. Come for the challenge and stay for the rewards, recognition, and the opportunity to influence the future direction of the GUI INU project. # Time Schedule - **Start Date:** June 6, 2025 - **End Date:** August 1, 2025 - **Duration:** The Ideathon spans nearly two months, allowing ample time for brainstorming, development, and refinement. - **Key Dates:** Specific dates for workshops, submission deadlines, and judging will be announced post-registration. # Support and Partners We've teamed up with leading blockchain, AI, and gaming experts to mentor participants throughout the Ideathon. Our partnerships with industry leaders and influencers aim to provide participants with both the guidance and the platforms needed to elevate their projects. # Submission Method and Rules ### **1️⃣ Degen DeFi** - Simplify, gamify, or creatively enhance DeFi experiences. - Clearly demonstrate how **$GUI** facilitates transactions, staking, rewards, or governance. - Emphasize fun, accessibility, and innovative user incentives. **Examples:** Prediction markets, meme-inspired staking pools, playful trading apps. --- ### **2️⃣ Social & Community** - Foster community-building, social interactions, or virality. - Utilize **$GUI** for tipping, premium content, or social recognition systems. - Prioritize engagement, cultural impact, and network growth. **Examples:** Meme-based communities, token-gated social groups, content tipping platforms. --- ### **3️⃣ Consumer AI Apps** - Integrate AI features for daily entertainment or utility. - Clearly illustrate how users spend or stake **$GUI** tokens for exclusive AI-driven features or customizations. - Aim for addictive, practical, or viral user experiences. **Examples:** AI meme-generators, smart chatbots, personalized trading assistants. --- ## 📌 **Submission Requirements:** - Provide a brief **summary** of your idea (max 250 words). - Explain clearly how **$GUI** functions as the core utility token. - Identify your **target audience**. ### ✨ **Extra Points:** - Awarded for high-quality **visual mockups** or fully functional **front-end prototypes**. # Encouragement and Vision We envision a thriving ecosystem powered by the $GUI token where creativity and technology converge. By participating, you are not just competing for prizes; you're contributing to a community that values innovation and collaboration. Join us in shaping the future of digital assets on the Aptos blockchain and beyond. # Final Thoughts Engage with fellow developers, enjoy mentorship opportunities, and become a part of the legacy of GUI INU. Follow our social channels and stay updated through our community platforms for the latest news and announcements related to the Ideathon. This is more than a competition—it's a movement. Let's build together with $GUI.