The TON Global BTCFi Hackathon, jointly presented by TONX, TonBit, TON Foundation, and TON Core, is officially launched!
This hackathon aims to redefine the interaction between Bitcoin and the TON & Telegram ecosystems, promote the widespread application of tgBTC, and unlock new possibilities for blockchain innovation.
As the global launch ceremony, the Shenzhen Warm-Up Workshop will be grandly held on January 10, 2025, at the Bays Work Roadshow Hall, 1st Floor, Building G, Qianhai Youth Dream Factory, Nanshan District, Shenzhen.
Click the Luma link to sign up for the Shenzhen offline workshop👇
https://lu.ma/ton-btcfi-sz
Log in to Dorahacks to submit BTCFi Hackathon registration👇
https://dorahacks.io/hackathon/ton-btcfi/detail
Let us participate in this highly anticipated hackathon, draw inspiration, win a million-dollar prize pool, and move towards a glorious future with the TON ecosystem!
1) Shenzhen Station Warm-Up Workshop Detailed Agenda
📅 Date: January 10, 2025 (Friday) 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
🏠 Location: Bays Work Roadshow Hall, 1st Floor, Building G, Qianhai Youth Dream Factory, Nanshan District, Shenzhen
This Warm-Up Workshop event will start check-in on time at 1:00 PM Beijing Time. Below is the detailed event agenda.
Event Schedule:
1) Grand Opening
As the opening session of this Shenzhen event, Flames, head of TON APAC Defi & Infra, will elaborate on 'TON Ecosystem Launches BTCFi', deeply discussing the latest developments of the TON ecosystem and its strategic layout in the BTCFi field. Flames will introduce how to promote the landing application of tgBTC in the TON blockchain ecosystem through the BTCFi Hackathon from the perspectives of technological innovation and ecosystem development, exploring new possibilities for the deep integration of Bitcoin and TON. This topic not only reveals the grand vision of BTCFi but also directs participants towards innovative practices, making it one of the key highlights of the entire event.
2) Safeguarding the TON ecosystem: TonBit's role in BTCFi security practices
As one of the co-hosts of this event, TonBit's co-founder Paul Li will share his extensive experience and professional practice in blockchain security with the theme 'TonBit Security Practice'. Paul Li will explain in depth how TonBit, as a major security assurance provider (SAP) within the TON ecosystem, provides solid technical support to developers through comprehensive security audits, vulnerability detection, and smart contract optimization. He will also present real case studies showcasing TonBit's successful experience in identifying and assisting in resolving critical vulnerabilities in Tact and FunC language audits, providing a comprehensive interpretation of the importance of blockchain security and future trends. This sharing will not only provide valuable security practice advice to participants but also lay a solid foundation for participating teams to build safe and reliable projects, making it one of the important highlights of the event.
3) Leading the future of BTCFi: Analysis of the TON BTCFi development roadmap
Next, as one of the co-hosts of this event, TONX co-founder Awesome Doge will deliver a compelling presentation on the theme 'TON BTCFi Roadmap'. He will explain in detail the overall development plan for the TON BTCFi Hackathon and elaborate on tgBTC's strategic position and future potential within the TON blockchain ecosystem. Awesome Doge will outline the ambitious blueprint for BTCFi's innovation and accelerated development in the TON ecosystem from multiple dimensions, including technical architecture, application scenarios, and ecosystem layout. He will also introduce how the Hackathon event provides support and resources for global developers, helping participants strike a balance between technical implementation and commercialization. This sharing will provide developers with clear directional guidance and is an important part of understanding the core goals of the BTCFi Hackathon.
4) Stimulating ecosystem potential: Future prospects for the integration of TON and BTC ecosystems
Subsequently, as one of the co-hosts of this event, TonBit's co-founder Luis Lu will host a panel discussion themed 'TON x BTC Ecosystem Potential'. This panel will focus on the collaborative potential between the TON and Bitcoin ecosystems, exploring the integration and innovation of the two ecosystems in terms of technical interaction, resource integration, and application scenarios.
The panel will feature not only Flames, Awesome Doge, and Paul Li, but also OrangeCat, the Chinese ambassador from Multiple Network, who will participate in our panel discussion.
They will analyze how the TON blockchain injects new vitality into the BTC ecosystem through tgBTC and showcase the infinite possibilities of TON in DeFi, payment, and cross-chain asset management. This discussion not only outlines the prospects for the joint development of the TON and BTC ecosystems for participants but also provides valuable ideas and inspiration for the competing teams, making it one of the important highlights of the event.
5) Event Conclusion: Networking session assists in inspiration exchange and win-win cooperation
This event will conclude successfully in a relaxed and creative networking session. Participants will have the opportunity to engage face-to-face with developers, technical experts, and industry leaders from around the world, sharing ideas and exploring the forefront trends and future opportunities of blockchain technology.
The networking session is not only a bridge connecting outstanding talents and teams but also an important platform for participants to expand their networks, seek cooperation, and explore potential business opportunities. Through free exchanges and in-depth dialogues, participants will immerse themselves more deeply in the TON ecosystem, injecting more possibilities and creativity for the future of blockchain, bringing this event to an inspiring and perfect conclusion.
We welcome everyone to actively register for our Shenzhen Warm-Up Workshop and join this highly anticipated hackathon event, stimulate creative inspiration, compete for the million-dollar prize pool, and jointly drive the TON ecosystem to new heights!
Click the following link to register immediately:
Shenzhen offline Workshop registration👉https://lu.ma/ton-btcfi-sz
Dorahacks submit Hackathon project👉https://dorahacks.io/hackathon/ton-btcfi/detail
2) Overview of the TON Global BTCFi Hackathon
This BTCFi Hackathon focuses on the application and implementation of tgBTC in the TON blockchain ecosystem, providing fertile ground for the next generation of blockchain innovation. Developers and teams will brainstorm and practice around the following core propositions:
Power of Liquidity 💧
Create future liquidity solutions for tgBTC, enhance the trading depth of decentralized markets while balancing the widespread application of centralized platforms.
Power of Distribution 🌍
Make tgBTC more easily integrated into the daily use scenarios of global Web2 and Web3 users, breaking geographical and technical barriers.
Power of Yield 🌱
By integrating innovative DeFi protocols, bring more substantial and sustainable yield scenarios for tgBTC.
Overall Excellence 🌟
Comprehensive consideration of the project's technical depth, commercial potential, and creative performance to discover projects and teams with breakthrough value.
Bonus points: If the project can integrate the TON Connect standard, using the Telegram Mini-App as the main interface, leveraging the broad user base of social platforms, it will help quickly reach and attract potential users.
Nomination conditions:
Only for new teams and projects.
Development must be based on the TON technology stack (Tact or FunC).
Comply with laws and regulations, intellectual property rights, and third-party rights.
The team must have someone present at the awards ceremony.
3) Event Timeline
The entire event spans nearly three months, from workshops to one-on-one mentoring, final roadshows, and appearances at the HK Web3 Festival, with all participants receiving comprehensive support from technology to business, from ideas to implementation.
Submit Application: Project proposals will open on December 27, 2024, log in to Dorahacks to submit BTCFi Hackathon registration: https://dorahacks.io/hackathon/ton-btcfi/detail
Join the Workshop: You are welcome to participate offline at the Shenzhen station (1/10), and you can also pay attention to the upcoming Singapore station (1/22) and Hong Kong station (2/20). Log in to the official Luma for Shenzhen station Workshop registration: https://lu.ma/ton-btcfi-sz
Enter the development stage: Continuously improve the project during the first two rounds (Workshops & 1-on-1 Mentorship).
Roadshow and Judging: The finals will be held on March 28, 2025, competing for the final grand prize!
Awards Ceremony and Follow-up: Online awards on March 31, and a sharing session of winning projects at the HK Web3 Festival on April 8.
4) One million dollar reward pool, opportunities not to be missed
The prize pool for this BTCFi Hackathon has reached $1,000,000, and in addition, you have the chance to win:
Direct support from the TON Foundation: Assisting in improving project liquidity and expanding user base.
Security and Technical Guidance: TonBit, as the security expert of the TON ecosystem, will provide security empowerment for the project.
Investment opportunities: Interact closely with investors and win the favor of institutions and communities.
Official API and developer resources: Deep integration with the TONX API ecosystem to obtain efficient development tools.
5) Why you must join the BTCFi Hackathon?
Transforming the future of BTC: This is an opportunity for Bitcoin and TON to merge perfectly, achieving more efficient and widespread applications.
Project Fast Track: Obtain special support from the TON Foundation, giving priority treatment in liquidity, resource integration, and business expansion.
Integrate into an active community: Compete alongside global developers and also support existing projects and teams in the TON ecosystem.
Million-dollar prize: There are additional security audits, investment opportunities, and ecological resources to help emerging projects achieve fame and step onto the international stage.
Conclusion
From online submissions to offline workshops, and to the final roadshow and the Web3 Festival's peak presentation, this is not only a novel technological feast but also an excellent opportunity to leverage the future of BTC and the TON ecosystem.
Register now to secure your spot in advance, looking forward to your arrival!
Submit registration: https://dorahacks.io/hackathon/ton-btcfi/detail
Shenzhen Station Workshop registration: https://lu.ma/ton-btcfi-sz
See you in Shenzhen on January 10!
Let us work together to break the existing boundaries of BTC, bringing tgBTC's potential and charm to a broader world, and driving the next wave of the Web3 tide.
For more information and registration methods, please pay attention to the official channels of the TON Global BTCFi Hackathon or contact the event organizers TONX, TonBit, TON Foundation, and TON Core for the latest information.
The future of BTC on TON, let’s #BuildOnTON Together!
About the cooperating media and co-hosts
This event has received strong support and collaboration from blockchain media Deep Tide, PA News, TechHub News, and BlockTempo, as well as enthusiastic support from co-hosts W3C DAO and Web3 Future. Please pay attention to major media platforms for more event information and real-time updates.
About our partners
TONX
TONX was established in 2021 as a SuperApp platform layer promoting the new generation of Web3 economy. As a core pillar of the TON ecosystem, TONX provides powerful tools such as the TONX API—a reliable RPC solution adopted by over 20 leading projects—and Tonkey—a secure multi-signature wallet managing over $400 million in assets.
TONX has successfully held over 20 major TON events, including The Open Art 2024, The Open Summit 2024, TON Hacker House 2024, TON Bootcamp 2024, and Hack-a-TONx DoraHacks 2023.
TON Foundation
The Open Network Foundation (TON Foundation) is a non-profit organization supported by community contributors, dedicated to promoting the development goals of TON. The foundation was established in Switzerland in 2023, bringing together expertise from various fields, focusing on supporting protocol development, guiding platform construction, and promoting ecosystem growth. While the foundation advocates for TON's mission, it does not exercise any power over TON. TON operates based on open-source software, welcoming opinions and contributions from all individuals, and always remains independent of any centralized control. For more information, please visit: https://ton.foundation.
TonBit
TonBit, as a core sub-brand of BitsLab, is the security expert and early builder within the TON ecosystem. As the main security assurance provider for the TON blockchain, TonBit focuses on comprehensive security audits, including audits of Tact and FunC languages, ensuring that projects based on TON are robust and resilient. To date, TonBit has successfully audited several well-known projects, including Catizen, Algebra, and UTonic, identifying multiple critical vulnerabilities and demonstrating our excellence in blockchain security. Additionally, TonBit has successfully hosted the TON CTF competition, attracting numerous participants and gaining widespread attention, further consolidating its position as a security expert in the TON ecosystem. In the future, TonBit will continue to safeguard blockchain security and promote the ongoing development of technology and the ecosystem.
