# **Build the Future of DeFAI** Unleash the power of DeFAI on Sonic's high-performance blockchain. Create autonomous agents that revolutionize how users interact with Web3. With $295,000 in prizes, the hackathon invites participants to compete over four weeks to create novel AI agents that perform both social and on-chain actions, further accelerating the development of DeFAI on Sonic. [Learn more here](https://blog.soniclabs.com/250-000-in-prizes-defai-hackathon-on-sonic/). # **Why DeFAI on Sonic?** - Lightning-Fast: 10,000 TPS and sub-second finality for responsive AI agents. - Ethereum Connected: Seamless liquidity via Sonic Gateway. - Developer Rewards: Share of transaction fees ([FeeM](https://docs.soniclabs.com/funding/fee-monetization)) and potential share of ~200M S token airdrop. # **About Zerebro & ZerePy** Zerebro is an AI agent that autonomously manages actions across domains like social media and blockchain, adapting based on experience to deliver highly personalized results. Its open-source framework, ZerePy, lets users deploy custom AI agents in minutes for a seamless, flexible experience. # **Important Dates** - Submissions Open: Jan 21, 2025 - Submission Deadline: Feb 24, 2025 - Winners Announced: Early March 2025 # **Requirements** **1. Eligibility**<br> The hackathon is open to new projects. If you currently run an agent, you will not be eligible to participate as all projects must be new. **2. Focus on the Sonic Ecosystem**<br> All projects must demonstrate a clear and meaningful connection to the Sonic blockchain ecosystem. Submissions should leverage Sonic’s decentralized tech stack ensuring alignment with the platform’s infrastructure and mission. **3. Compliance and Legal Requirements**<br> All projects must adhere to applicable legal and regulatory standards. Submissions must respect intellectual property and third-party rights; any violations will result in disqualification. **4. Participation Requirement**<br> Participants need to provide proper submission details explained below. Failure to participate may result in disqualification from receiving prizes # **Judging Criteria** **Technological Implementation**<br> Does the integration with Sonic demonstrate quality software development? **Design**<br> Is the project’s user experience and design thoughtfully crafted and intuitive? **Potential Impact**<br> What is the potential scale of the project's influence on the blockchain industry? **Quality of the Idea**<br> How creative and unique is the project? A panel of industry experts will evaluate and judge the submissions, including [Michael Kong](https://x.com/michaelfkong) (CEO, Sonic Labs), [Seg](https://x.com/0xseg) (Developer Relations, Sonic Labs), birdmania (Sonic World) [Jeffy Yu](https://x.com/jyu_eth) (Founder, Zerebro), [Ayoub](https://x.com/ayoubedeth) (Lead Engineer, Zerebro), and [Daniele Sesta](https://x.com/danielesesta) (Founder, Hey Anon). Additional judges may be announced before the submission deadline. # **Submission Details** - Participants must provide a video (3 minutes) showcasing their agent. A YouTube link, Vimeo, or a Google Drive can be submitted. - A link to the project's repo. - Proper completion of the DoraHacks submission form. # **Resources** - [Sonic Docs](https://docs.soniclabs.com/) - [ZerePy Docs](https://www.zerepy.org/docs/intro) - [HeyAnon Guide](https://github.com/RealWagmi/anon-integration-guide) - Technical Help with both Sonic and Zerebro DevRel's - [Community Telegram](https://t.me/SonicDeFAIHackathon) - [Sonic Discord](https://discord.gg/3Ynr2QDSnB) - [Zerebro Discord](https://discord.gg/Xf57VvEu) - [Allora Network Docs](https://docs.allora.network/home/explore) & [API Keys](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1zomtK9dcQHI9OJm1Gd6NISC5F7-ehdrhgbahLUmQCCg/edit?usp=sharing) # **More Info** Sonic is the highest-performing EVM L1, combining speed, incentives, and world-class infrastructure. Powered by the S token. Ensure you have read the [Terms and Conditions](https://dorahacks.io/hackathon/sonic-defai-hackathon/terms-&-conditions) before participating. Learn more about the [prize distribution](https://dorahacks.io/hackathon/sonic-defai-hackathon/prizes). Should submissions to the hackathon not meet an agreed quality level, Sonic Labs reserves the right to rollover part or all of awards to a future hackathon track. **Helpful Websites** - [https://www.soniclabs.com/](https://www.soniclabs.com/) - [https://docs.soniclabs.com/](https://docs.soniclabs.com/) - [https://zerebro.org/](https://zerebro.org/) - [https://github.com/blorm-network/ZerePy](https://github.com/blorm-network/ZerePy)