BNB Chain Announces Winners of 2024 Q1 Hackathon
BNB Chain Announces Winners of 2024 Q1 Hackathon
π Hackathon Champs Crowned!

BNB Chain has announced the winners of its 2024 Q1 Hackathon, which received over 700 entries and 178 submissions. The top prize went to Greenfield Indexer for their open-source indexing service and API for efficient metadata organization on BNB Greenfield. LocknPull and PLAYMASK were joint runners-up, introducing a Web3-native trading card game and integrating blockchain functionalities with Unity games, respectively. ai-social.bnb, AICell, and DevCoin came third for their work in blending decentralized social networking with AI and web3 technologies. Fifteen projects received 'Potential' Awards for meeting submission criteria and demonstrating dedication. Winners receive a $50,000 Kickstart program package and opportunities to enter the MVB program. BNB Chain thanked all participants, sponsors, and supporters for making the hackathon a success.
π Congrats to the projects selected in the top 12 for the BNB Chain 2024 Q1 Hackathon! πJoin us at our online Demo Day on 18th Mar to witness their innovation firsthand! π youtube.com/watch?v=_BOhstβ¦ Share this tweet for a chance to win one of 5 BNB Chain SWAG boxes!π 1β£
Celebrating Innovation: Winners of the BNB Chain 2024 Q1 Hackathon After 700+ entries and 178 submissions, 6 projects rose to the top. Congrats to Greenfield Indexer, LocknPull, PLAYMASK, ai-social.bnb, AICell, DevCoin, & our βPotentialβ Award recipients! π
π Exciting Update on #BNBChainHackathon2024 Q1! π₯ Registration and submissions are officially closed, with an overwhelming response of 700+ applicants and 178 entries! π The reviewing process is underway, followed by a public demo day for outstanding submissions. Stay tuned
π’ Exciting news! π Due to the upcoming "BNB Chain Coffee & Connect" event in Denver from 27-29 Feb, we're extending the BNB Chain Hackathon 2024 submission deadline to March 5th. ποΈ This extension allows us to connect with more builders during the event and ensure everyone has
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