Bio x AI Hackathon Launches with $125K+ Prize Pool
Bio x AI Hackathon Launches with $125K+ Prize Pool
🧬 Stanford Judges Your AI
A major Bio x AI Hackathon has launched today, bringing together leading #DeSci forces to advance scientific AI development. The two-month competition focuses on building scientific AI agents powered by the Decentralized Knowledge Graph (DKG).
Key highlights:
- Distinguished judges from Stanford and OpenAI
- Prize pool exceeding $125,000
- 2-month hacking period
- Focus on scientific AI agents and DKG integration
This follows successful previous hackathons including the Origin_Trail event in Belgrade, showing growing momentum in the DeSci space.
Want to participate? Join the builders shaping the future of scientific trust and verification.
OriginTrail Town Hall Recap - Ecosystem Updates and V8 Discussion
OriginTrail's founders hosted a community Town Hall discussing key ecosystem developments: - Post-Metcalfe Convergence strategy overview - Technical updates on V8 implementation - Details on upcoming DKGcon event in NYC - Ecosystem growth initiatives The session was co-hosted by community members @OG_KingBob and @TriniZone, featuring an interactive Q&A segment. [Watch the full replay](https://x.com/i/spaces/1BRJjmAqeRRGw)
EU Commission Features OriginTrail in Best Practices Report
The European Commission has included OriginTrail in its European Blockchain Sandbox Best Practices report, highlighting innovative blockchain solutions. OriginTrail was selected in June for the second cohort following a competitive process. - Selected for its potential to enhance AI capabilities through crypto and internet convergence - Part of diverse use cases across EU/EEA regions - Public webinar scheduled for April 29th to showcase innovations Learn more about the selected projects in the [European Blockchain Sandbox announcement](https://ec.europa.eu/digital-building-blocks/sites/display/EBSISANDCOLLAB/European+Blockchain+Sandbox+announces+the+selected+projects+for+the+second+cohort)
OriginTrail and Microsoft Partner at ChangeNOW Summit 2025
OriginTrail has been selected by Microsoft to showcase their Decentralized Knowledge Graph (DKG) solutions at the ChangeNOW Summit 2025 in Paris. Key highlights: - Partnership focuses on building ethical and transparent AI solutions - Live demonstrations at Grand Palais, Paris (April 24-26) - Meeting with French Minister delegate for Europe - Showcasing verifiable AI applications for sustainable future The collaboration emphasizes trusted infrastructure development and human-centric AI approaches, positioning OriginTrail among selected solutions driving planetary positive change. [Learn more about ChangeNOW Summit](https://www.changenow.world)
OriginTrail Powers BioProtocol's Decentralized Knowledge Graphs
BioProtocol announces OriginTrail as their backend infrastructure for Decentralized Knowledge Graphs, marking a significant step in scientific data management. Key developments: - Kickoff event scheduled in Berlin featuring Jure Skornik - Integration focuses on decentralizing scientific knowledge - Open applications for bio-agents program now available The partnership builds on OriginTrail's V8 DKG technology, which also powers Opus Universe's decentralized Knowledge Mining initiative. Join the ecosystem: - Apply at [Bio-Agents Program](https://lu.ma/bio-agents) - Connect via [Discord](https://discord.gg/bioxyz)