# Core Launches BTCfi Summer Hackathon Core kicks off the BTCfi Summer Hackathon, a 12-week hackathon to drive innovation in the Bitcoin economy. Aimed at Web3 and BTCfi developers, this hackathon invites participants to build decentralized applications (dApps) on Core, enhancing the developer network and strengthening Core in the BTC narrative. Thank you to our sponsors – [NLX](https://nlx.trade/), [Halborn](https://www.halborn.com/), [TokenSoft](https://www.tokensoft.io/), [Verichains](https://www.verichains.io/), [Request Finance](https://www.request.finance/) Join this groundbreaking initiative to shape the future of blockchain technology and expand the Core ecosystem. # How to participate Participating in the BTCfi summer hackathon is easy. Register for the hackathon, mark your calendars, and prepare to showcase your creativity and technical prowess. You can read more on the registration process [here](https://dorahacks.io/hackathon/btcfi-summer-hackathon/detail). # Key Dates | Stage | Period | | :------ | :------ | | Launch | June 6, 2024 | | Opening Ceremony | June 10, 2024 | | Application Period | June 6 - July 28, 2024 | | Screening Top Projects | July 29 - August 12, 2024 | | BTCfi Summer Hackathon Last Date for Submissions | July 28, 2024 | | Demo Day | August 19, 2024 | | Winner Announcement | August 26, 2024 | # Submission Requirements - URL to GitHub repo containing the codebase of the project - A detailed README file should be included in the GitHub repo explaining the prerequisites and other details on how to run the project locally. - A short video explaining what the project is about, what the innovation is, how Core Chain is integrated, and the working of the project backend and UI. - A short presentation on the project, explaining what the project is about, what the innovation is, how Core is integrated, and the working of the project backend and UI. - Entrants are allowed to submit more than one submission. However, each submission must be unique and substantially different from the others. - All submission materials must be in English, including the demonstration video, text description, and testing instructions, as well as any other materials submitted. - Projects submitted to other hackathons or challenges need to be disclosed in the submission or README of the project. - Our judges will evaluate project submissions based on how the team implements their features and the uniqueness of the application. Top three projects will be awarded the prize pool. # The Journey Begins With You If you’re ready to apply, you can do so here. If you have any questions, join us in our dedicated Discord support channel inside Core DAO's official Discord: [BTCfi Hackathon Support Channel](https://discord.gg/coredaoofficial)