# 🚀 BlockHack Fall 2024 **Promoting growth for blockchain projects and ventures** **Event Date:** November 8 - 10, 2024 **Location:** [George Brown College - Waterfront Campus 51 Dockside Dr, Toronto ON](https://www.google.com/maps/place/51+Dockside+Dr,+Toronto,+ON+M5A+1B6/@43.6440702,-79.3680668,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x89d4cb243773f663:0xaada5b1e44cb76cc!8m2!3d43.6440702!4d-79.3654865!16s%2Fg%2F11bw3g48zg?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI0MTAyOS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D) **NOTE: Prizes are listed and paid in Canadian (CAD) dollar equivalent. --- ## 🛠️ What is BlockHack Fall 2024? BlockHack Fall 2024 is a 3-day hackathon designed to bring together developers, entrepreneurs, and industry professionals to create and innovate with blockchain technology. The hackathon aims to bridge the gap between students, entrepreneurs, and blockchain, fostering collaboration and driving blockchain-related projects forward. Whether you're a seasoned developer, an entrepreneur, or just starting out in blockchain, BlockHack Fall 2024 has something for everyone. Join us for a weekend of learning, hacking, and networking with top-tier mentors, workshops, and exciting challenges! --- # ✅ Participant's Checklist: - [Join our Discord](https://discord.gg/Yjksb9bs4z) and select the **BlockHack Fall 2024** role to see hackathon-specific channels. - **Register** as a participant and form a team of 2-5 members. - **Submit your project** before the deadline on Dorahacks. --- # 🏆 Tracks and Bounties ### **Devcash Bounties** - **$1,500 CAD** prize in DevCash split among bounties on the DevCash platform --- ### **Community Voting Prize** - **$1,000 CAD** prize in Bitcoin Cash split among Community Voting Tokens --- ### **Chaarmi Worlds Challenges & Prizes** **EST $3,200 CAD** in prizes **Tracks:** 1. **Education Track:** Build an educational experience using the Chaarmi metaverse platform to teach users something new. **Example:** Exploring ancient history or learning Mandarin in an immersive environment. 1. **Training Track:** Develop a training simulation for real-world skill development. **Example:** Employee onboarding or healthcare simulation. 1. **Immersive Experience Track:** Reimagine a 2D website in a 3D metaverse. **Example:** Create a virtual NFT gallery or a 3D social hangout space. **Prizes:** - **All Participants:** 1,000 AoR Solana Tokens (MUST have a Solana wallet) - **Winning Team:** 40,000 AoR Tokens + $75 CAD in Amazon Gift Cards - **Runner-Up Team:** Bluetooth Speakers for each member (up to 5) - **Special Judges' Pick:** 1 Google Home Mini DigitalOcean for 10 approved teams in credits Chaarmi Pro Licenses (10 teams, 1 month license) For more information, including challenge details and judging criteria, refer to the [full CHAARMI challenge document](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1bjUmFbbdaXMP2Ueu_Uo6rvPjbZWfBVCq/view?usp=sharing) --- ### **AstraKode Blockchain Challenge & Prizes** **$2,000 CAD worth of one-month DEV subscriptions** Participants will have full access to AstraKode Blockchain’s no-code development platform throughout the hackathon to build blockchain solutions with ease. - **AI-Powered Smart Contract Auditor:** Automate auditing, identify vulnerabilities, and secure contracts with AI-powered insights. - **Prizes:** - **Winning Teams:** Free one-month DEV subscriptions (total value: $2,000) - **Bonus Access:** 10 additional participants can request these subscriptions on a first-come, first-served basis --- ### Dopul DGold DSilver System in JV with ICP HUB Canada USA & Quantum Leap Labs Dopul's **Gold Silver LP Dex** project challenges participants to create a **DeFi Web3 application** for liquidity providers in a decentralized exchange (DEX), focused on automated market making for Gold and Silver. Participants can work on **Solana, Ethereum, ICP, or any blockchain** where they have expertise. ### **Challenge Overview** - **Create a DEX for Gold and Silver AMM** using liquidity from ICP, ECC ( System Community token), Dogecoin, Shiba Inu, Solana, PaxGold, and USDT. - Users can swap these assets with USDT for automated trading at market prices via DEX. DEX Trading Fee is the Revenue of the DEX. - Users Will join LP Pool. Asset Split 50% USDT and 50% PaxGold - AMM Automated Market Maker USE the LP Pool Assets. System BUY PAXG Low and Sell High using the PAXG / USDT Pair. MINIMUM NET Profit Margin Per Trade must be 1% After Fees. ### **Prizes** - **$200 CAD value in ETH** - **1,000,000 Shiba Inu Tokens** - **1,000,000 AoR Tokens** - **1,000 FULA Tokens** from [fx.land](https://fx.land) - **10,000 ECC Tokens** for community rewards ### **Additional Opportunities** - **12 weeks (over 6 months) of mentorship and coaching** on project development and fundraising (valued at $15,000 CAD). - Assistance in **fundraising rounds** between **$10,000 to $500,000**. - Opportunity to **bridge/integrate with Dopul / ICP Gold Silver projects** or launch independently with ICP. - **Gold Silver Dex profit split:** 50% to LPs, 25% to the system, and 25% to the development team (active or passive based on participation). This partnership offers participants the chance to **work at the intersection of blockchain, DeFi, and precious metals**, with both immediate rewards and long-term development potential. --- ### **CUBID Identity Challenges** **Up to $10,000 in rewards, equity, and unique prizes** Join the CUBID Track, designed to push the limits of decentralized identity, credentialing, and bot-proofing with CUBID’s innovative identity platform. This is a chance to not only win rewards but also contribute to an evolving ecosystem with opportunities that could extend beyond the hackathon. Challenges include: - **Creative User Identity Integration with CUBID**: Innovate with CUBID-based logins, identity-driven features, and authentication methods for cross-app use. - **Dynamic Credential Collection**: Develop interactive ways for users to manage and display credentials using CUBID’s credentialing capabilities. - **Humanity Score Application**: Leverage CUBID’s proof-of-personhood score for enhanced app experiences, such as spam control or exclusive access. - **Web 2.5 with Soul-Bound Assets**: Use CUBID’s Web3 account provisioning to issue identity-bound tokens, achievements, or badges, focusing on web2.5 applications without traditional wallets. - **Expand CUBID’s SDK Reach**: Publish the CUBID SDK on additional package managers like PyPI, RubyGems, or Maven to broaden its developer accessibility. - **Replicate CUBID Starter App**: Adapt the CUBID Starter App for frameworks like Vue, Angular, or Svelte. - **OAuth2 Integration for CUBID**: Implement an OAuth2 solution enabling third-party apps to offer “Log in with CUBID” functionality. For more information, including challenge details and judging criteria, refer to the [full CUBID challenge document](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1gcTh_Y94UyL9y5-YqFg2U7ckuomPUwiDyNHpWdWOIzo/edit?usp=sharing). --- # 📅 Key Dates to Remember - **Registration Opens:** September 20, 2024 - **Hackathon Starts:** November 8, 2024 - **Submissions Close:** November 10, 2024 (9:30 AM EST) - **Judging Begins:** November 10, 2024 (10:30 AM EST) - **Winners Announced:** November 10, 2024 (3:00 PM EST) --- ## ⚡ Why Participate in BlockHack? BlockHack offers participants a unique opportunity to: - Gain hands-on experience building with blockchain tools and technology. - Collaborate with entrepreneurs and industry professionals. - Showcase your work to potential investors and collaborators. - Win exciting prizes and bounties from top-tier sponsors. --- # 📘 Participant Resources & Workshops Access beginner guides, advanced tutorials, and documentation to kickstart your hackathon experience. ### **Chaarmi Worlds Workshops & Training Sessions** - **Setup & Installation of Chaarmi Metaverse** - **Using the Chaarmi Editor & Frontend** - **Chaarmi Low-Code & MiniScript Basics** - **Building Virtual Educational, Training, and Immersive Experiences** ### **Other Workshops:** - **Blockchain Basics:** Build decentralized applications on popular platforms. - **DeFi Deep Dive:** Explore the future of decentralized finance. - **Web3 Development:** Create decentralized apps for the evolving web. --- # 🤝 Sponsors & Partners ### [Chaarmi Worlds](https://www.chaarmi.com) Pioneering the metaverse with immersive virtual experiences. Challenges include Education, Training, and Immersive Experience Tracks with AoR Solana tokens and prizes for winners.  ### [AstraKode Blockchain](https://astrakode.com) Empowering developers with a no-code blockchain platform and AI-powered auditing tools. Offering DEV subscriptions and more as prizes.  ### [Dopul](https://www.linkedin.com/in/lotuscube/) Dopul DGold DSilver is a decentralized finance (DeFi) initiative focused on building a liquidity provider decentralized exchange for automated market making with gold and silver assets.  ### [Devcash](https://devcash.dev/) The official currency for developers, offering bounties on their platform to make developers' work easier.  ### [CUBID](https://www.cubid.me) Advancing decentralized identity with a focus on credentialing and bot-proofing solutions. The CUBID Identity challenges offer opportunities for developers to innovate with identity verification, dynamic credential management, and Web3 identity-bound assets, helping expand the reach and functionality of decentralized identity.  ### [Decentralized Minds](https://www.linkedin.com/company/decentralized-minds-gbc-blockchain-club/) A student-focused blockchain community based at George Brown College, fostering learning and collaboration in blockchain.  ### [CryptoChicks](https://cryptochicks.ca/) An international non-profit supporting women in blockchain through education and events.  --- ## 🧑‍⚖️ Judges and Mentors An esteemed panel from across the blockchain industry will provide guidance and evaluate projects. Details to be announced soon. --- ## 📍 Event Venue **George Brown College, Toronto** --- # 📅 Hackathon Schedule **Friday, November 8** - 6:00 PM: Participant Check-In - 7:00 PM: Welcome Dinner - 8:00 PM: Opening Ceremony & Keynote Speaker - 9:00 PM: Team Formation Session **Saturday, November 9** - 10:00 AM: Workshop 1 (Blockchain Basics) - 12:00 PM: Lunch - 1:00 PM: Workshop 2 (DeFi Deep Dive) - 3:00 PM: Mentorship Sessions - 6:00 PM: Dinner & Networking **Sunday, November 10** - 9:30 AM: Project Submissions Due - 10:30 AM: Judging Begins - 12:00 PM: Lunch - 1:00 PM: Final Judging - 3:00 PM: Winners Announced - 4:00 PM: Event Wrap-Up --- ## 🛠 Hackathon Rules - Teams of 2-5 members required. - All projects must be open-source and submitted through Dorahacks. - Judges will evaluate projects based on **innovation**, **impact**, and **functionality**. --- # 👥 How to Join 1. [Register for the hackathon](#). 2. [Join the Discord](https://discord.com/invite/Yjksb9bs4z) and form your team. 3. Start brainstorming and building your blockchain project. --- BlockHack Fall 2024 is organized by [Bitcoin Bay](https://bitcoinbay.ca) and [Decentralized Minds GBC](https://www.linkedin.com/company/decentralized-minds-gbc-blockchain-club/), fostering innovation and collaboration in the web3 space.