Circle Hackathon 2023: Hack for Good
Join the fight against pressing challenges faced by communities in the Asia Pacific region and influence what lies ahead in the future of money.
In this Circle hackathon, we are all about a better tomorrow – from creating innovative solutions for real-world/everyday problems to imagining the future of money. Ideate & develop unconventional projects that utilise blockchain technology, powered by Circle’s APIs to build a difference.
Build solutions powered by Circle that work across chains like Avalanche, Algorand, Ethereum, Solana and beyond. Be part of the movement dedicated to creating positive changes and leaving a lasting impact on the community. Buckle up as you get the chance to put your skills to the test, make new friends, and hack away.
Take a peek at Circle Hacker House
The first-ever Circle Hacker House will be held in Singapore, from 15 – 16th April 2023.
Admission is free of charge – check us out.
Categories
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Everyday Challenges
Get ready to effect change in the community with innovative products at the speed of internet for a more sustainable and equitable tomorrow.
Use your skills to create innovative solutions for real-world problems, from health crises, to air pollution, and food security. The choice is yours.
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The Future of Money
Join us in shaping the Future of Money. Reimagine transactions in the communities of tomorrow, and challenge the conventional notion of money.
Use your creativity and innovation to transform the way money moves, making it more accessible, inclusive, and efficient for all.
60,000 USDC
Worth of prizes up for grabs
Prizes
Bounties
How It Works
Judges
Director of Developer Relations
Circle
VP, Product Management
CIRCLE
Director, Global Sales
CIRCLE
Senior Manager, Solutions Engineering, APAC
Circle
VP, Partnerships, APAC
CIRCLE
Director, Product Management
CIRCLE
Senior Director, Engineering
CIRCLE
Mentors
Business Development Director
CIRCLE
Marketing Manager
CIRCLE
Business Development Manager
CIRCLE
Business Development Director, Web3 & Gaming
CIRCLE
Senior Solutions Engineer II, APAC
Circle
Senior Solutions Engineer
CIRCLE
Senior Solutions Engineer II
CIRCLE
Product Manager
CIRCLE
Senior Product Manager
CIRCLE
Judging Criteria
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Mass Usability
Feasibility of the idea, adaptability across other integrations and scalability of idea
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Technical Complexity
Level of technical skill in building the final submission
03
Ecosystem Impact
Impact of final submission to Circle ecosystem as a whole
04
Originality, Creativity & Innovation
Originality, creativity & innovation compared to existing technology
Resources
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FAQ
Although the hackathon is focused on the APAC region, we are open to everyone and anyone! We welcome beginners as well.
Yes! We want anyone with ideas or the passion to innovate to participate. Teams will however need at least one individual who can build/code a prototype as a code artefact is required for project submission.
Each team can have a minimum of 1 member, to a maximum of 5 members.
Teams are recommended to be formed within your own locations & time zones to avoid time zone fatigue but this is not mandatory. You can choose to join a team location in another time zone as well.
- Sign up for the Circle Hackathon, you’ll receive a link to our discord server
- Join the Official Circle Hackathon Discord Server
a. You’ll be brought to the #welcome discord channel upon accepting the invite
b. React to the message on the hackathon with the Circle logo reaction
c. Perfect! You’ve been added to the Circle Hackathon category - Retrieve your Circle Hackathon Participant Guide in via # participant-guide channel
Yes! Only registered individuals are eligible to participate and collect the prizes. Please ensure that all members of your team have registered their teams accordingly as well.
Email: circlehack@angelhack.com
