The Graph Foundation has awarded bounties to the winners of the ETHIstanbul hackathon who used subgraphs or Substreams to build new dapps for web3. Winners include zkmap, GenieAI, CanaryBay, Degen Drink, and Nazar, who developed innovative projects such as a proof-of-location system, an AI marketplace, an on-chain registry of warrant canaries, a multi-chain drink dispenser, and a tool for exploring ERC-4337 transactions. These projects are pushing the boundaries of blockchain technology.
馃専 Congratulations to all the hackers who joined the @ETHIstanbul hackathon by @ETHGlobal! The Graph Foundation awarded bounties to builders who used subgraphs or Substreams to build bold new dapps for web3. Here are the winners 馃斀 Best New Subgraph: 馃 zkmap: Built a
The Graph Addresses AI Centralization Risks with Decentralized Data

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The Graph Expands Network Support with Multiple Chain Integrations

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The Graph Integrates Autonomys Network for Decentralized AI Infrastructure

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The Graph Powers Solana Hackathon Tracks with $15K in Prizes
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Wonderland Joins The Graph as Core Developer Team

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