Please review our [Hackathon Challenges | Hack to the Future by ICP.Hub AE](https://troubled-trumpet-ee5.notion.site/Hackathon-Challenges-Hack-to-the-Future-by-ICP-Hub-AE-302a5926001a406e85d7d05365f26d1d?pvs=4) - use this as your holy grail for this hackathon! # 1. ICP x BTC Track Leveraging ICP's native integration with the Bitcoin network at the protocol level, we encourage you to create innovative applications that seamlessly incorporate Bitcoin transactions and functionalities. Embrace the synergy of ICP and Bitcoin: - **High-Functionality Bitcoin DApps**: Create decentralised applications that extend Bitcoin's functionality. You could develop DEXs with BTC trading pairs or DeFi solutions integrating Bitcoin, all made possible by ICP's direct management of Bitcoin addresses and transactions. - **Chain-Key Security Mastery**: Dive into the world of chain-key ECDSA technology, enhancing Bitcoin transactions' security. - **Inter-Chain Communication Breakthroughs**: Explore the potential of seamless communication between ICP and Bitcoin. Propose solutions for managing Bitcoin UTXOs, optimising transaction flows, or integrating Bitcoin data in unique ways. - **ckBTC Innovations**: Leverage the efficiency of chain-key Bitcoin (ckBTC) for fast, low-fee transactions. - **X-Chain Integration Wizards**: Innovate in the realm of cross-chain functionalities, creating applications that not only bridge Bitcoin with other blockchains but also showcase ICP's unique capabilities as a multi-chain facilitator. # 2. ICP & ETH Track This track is your platform to innovate at the intersection of two leading blockchain technologies. We're looking for visionaries who can merge Ethereum's established capabilities with ICP's cutting-edge environment to redefine what's possible in the blockchain space! **Unleash the Power of Ethereum-ICP Integration:** - **Ethereum-Enhanced dApps on ICP**: Create dApps that harness Ethereum's smart contract capabilities within ICP's high-performance environment. - **Innovative Cross-Chain Solutions**: Pioneer solutions that utilise the Ethereum API on ICP. Your projects could include advanced DeFi platforms, cross-chain NFT marketplaces, or new forms of DAOs that leverage the strengths of both chains. - **Optimised Ethereum Functionality**: Utilise ICP's scalability and speed to enhance Ethereum's functionality. - **Interoperability Pioneers**: Forge the path for true blockchain interoperability by developing tools and protocols that facilitate seamless interaction between ICP and Ethereum. # 3. AI & ICP Track **Bounty title: Decentralized AI with Internet Computer** The Internet Computer enables truly decentralizing AI by running services on-chain. We are proud of community achievements like having deployed the first ever on-chain LLM and vector database, training Machine Learning algorithms in a canister, implementing practical Zero-Knowledge AI and porting popular ML/AI frameworks and libraries. We're thrilled to have you join the DeAI on IC community and can't wait to see what you'll accomplish. Will you maybe port your favorite ML algo to the IC? How about getting a new LLM to run in a canister? Perhaps in another language? Can you get a popular vector db deployed to the IC? Or will you leverage existing IC components to build ML/AI into your app? Dream big! # 4. Blockchain for Good Track Blockchain for Good : Build a dApp for social good on ICP. Take inspiration from the [17 UN SDG Goals](https://sdgs.un.org/goals) and utilize blockchain to address one!