On October 31, 2024, Hong Kong held a unique blockchain technology event - Hackathon. The event was jointly hosted by three industry giants APE, Arbitrum and DuckChain, and hosted by Techub News. It attracted global developers and technology innovators to participate and showcased the latest Web3 technology breakthroughs and applications.
The event revolved around three major themes: APE (focusing on protocol restart and deep IP integration), Arbitrum (focusing on smart contracts and cross-chain technology), and DuckChain (exploring consumer-level blockchain applications). In addition, a series of other innovative projects were also exhibited at the event, covering a variety of application scenarios of Web3 technology.
APE theme: Protocol restart and IP deep integration
Under the theme of APE, the contestants mainly focused on optimizing the ApeChain protocol and exploring the deep integration of BAYC and ApeChain IP. The following projects showcase innovative achievements in this field:
TerpLayer: Introduced its decentralized lending platform, which uses crypto derivatives to provide risk management services. Through cross-margin functions and flexible collateral options, it helps users reduce risks and enhance platform functionality.
CARD 3: Using NFC technology to create a physical-digital ("figital") user interaction experience for Web3. Users can obtain information related to activities or rewards through NFC cards. The project also emphasizes improving user loyalty and interactivity through cooperation with the Web3 community.
Uniland: showcased its two-layer protocol structure, which aims to provide asset management support for artists. The first layer handles encrypted storage and copyright protection, while the second layer focuses on applications and financial tools to promote the monetization and liquidity of art assets.
Let Me Guess: Innovatively proposes a skill-based betting platform that provides customized betting spaces for niche gamers. The project points out that the global skill-based betting market is expected to grow to $676 billion by 2030, especially in the field of e-sports. The platform allows users to easily create customized betting spaces and feed back part of the transaction fees to the community to form a self-circulating ecosystem. At present, the platform is in the rapid prototyping stage and looks forward to user feedback to optimize the platform's visual and user experience.
Arbitrum Topic: Smart Contracts and Technology Optimization
The Arbitrum theme focuses on the deployment and optimization of Stylus contracts, as well as how to integrate smart contracts into the multi-chain ecosystem to promote the implementation of Web3 applications. The following are innovative projects under this theme:
Bettor Whale: Using AI-assisted signals and market sentiment analysis to provide a gamified cryptocurrency investment experience. The platform helps users make smarter investment decisions through simulated trading and market signals.
XenoBunny: A multi-chain strategy game that combines DeFi elements, enhancing the player interaction experience through the interaction of NFT cards and land NFTs. Xeno Bunny's dynamic gameplay and innovative economic system provide a unique model for blockchain games and community interaction.
Jackbot: A Web3 project that combines classic poker and other games, offering "free to win" gameplay, including daily spins and multiplayer tournaments. The platform helps players improve their gaming skills through AI feedback, and is committed to enhancing the traditional gaming experience through Web3 technology.
DuckChain theme: Consumer-level blockchain applications
As the consumer layer of the TON ecosystem, the DuckChain theme explores how blockchain technology can provide practical solutions for everyday consumers. The following projects were showcased under this theme:
BridgeM: BridgeM is committed to cross-chain liquidity bridging technology, helping Bitcoin and Ethereum Layer 2 ecosystems achieve efficient and secure cross-chain communication. BridgeM attracts users and capital through modular design, provides high-yield returns for new chains, and combines airdrops and protocol revenue sharing mechanisms.
UStars: Launched the innovative Telegram Stars ecosystem, allowing users to directly exchange Stars earned through community activities for USDT, avoiding the price volatility risks in traditional exchanges. The platform supports multiple wallets and is committed to providing cross-chain support, connecting multiple blockchain networks such as Bitcoin and Ethereum.
Other innovative projects
In addition to the three major themes, the following projects also demonstrate various innovative applications of Web3 technology:
ITHACA Protocol: Brings options trading to the ApeCoin community through an innovative protocol, allowing users to create custom profit models and manage risks. ITHACA provides liquidity and transparency, suitable for DeFi and traditional financial markets.
Laguna Network: Partnering with well-known merchants (such as Razer and Agoda) to bring cryptocurrency rewards to new users through a rebate mechanism, helping them easily enter the crypto market without the need for a wallet or seed phrase. Laguna Network plans to include ApeCoin in the reward system in 2024 to expand the platform's influence.
Qin Dynasty Awakening: VR technology combines Chinese culture with the background of the Qin Shihuang era to create an immersive experience across time and space. Blockchain technology ensures transaction transparency and security. Since its launch, the project has sold more than 50,000 tickets and box office revenue has exceeded 10 million yuan. The project has also expanded NFT, blockchain games and hardware applications, and plans to conduct private financing in Q4 2024.
Roundtable: Community Building and the Future of Web3
This roundtable meeting was centered around Web3 community building. It was hosted by HAZEL (founder of the Chinese Bored Ape Community) and invited guests from many well-known communities to discuss. The guests shared their experience in community building and emphasized that the core of the community lies in common values and sincere interaction. At the same time, the discussion also covered cooperation and communication between different communities, believing that such interaction would help expand the influence and cohesion of the project.
Award ceremony: ended successfully, the future is promising
As the night fell, the Hackathon event ushered in the most exciting moment - the award ceremony. The winners of this event include:
List of winning projects
At the award ceremony of this Hackathon, the winning projects are as follows:
DuckChain Track:
First place: BridgeM — With its innovative cross-chain liquidity bridging technology, it solves the problem of efficient and secure cross-chain communication between different chains.
Arbitrum Track:
First place: Bettor Whale — Provides a gamified cryptocurrency investment experience through AI signal and market sentiment analysis to help users make smarter investment decisions.
Second place: Let Me Guess — A skill-based betting platform that provides a customized betting space for niche gamers and promotes the popularity of skill-based betting.
Third place: XENO BUNNY — A multi-chain strategy game that combines DeFi elements and enhances the player interaction experience through the interaction of NFT and land NFT.
Fourth place: Jackbot — combines classic poker with Web3, provides free-to-win gameplay, and promotes the transformation of traditional games to Web3.
APE Track:
First place: TerpLayer — provides decentralized lending services and helps users manage risks through crypto derivatives, demonstrating the deep integration and protocol optimization of ApeChain.
Second Place: Let Me Guess — also achieved excellent results in the APE track, standing out with its innovative skill-based betting platform.
Third place: CARD 3 — Provides Web3’s physical-digital user interaction experience through NFC technology, enhancing the interactivity of activities and rewards.
Looking ahead
This Hackathon not only provides a platform for developers to showcase their talents and exchange ideas, but also promotes the development of blockchain technology and innovative projects. With the continuous development of the Web3 ecosystem, more innovative projects will emerge, opening up new directions for the popularization and application of blockchain technology. I believe that in the near future, Web3 will lead a technological revolution and change our digital lifestyle.
