# Upcoming hackathons

Our goal is to showcase talent and enable participants to build impactful solutions on Algorand that address regional challenges and set the stage for success in the global ecosystem.

Here are some Algorand Hackathons we're working on with various partners:

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The Global x402 Challenge\
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Global | June-November, 2026 \ 
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Turn your API endpoint into a pay-per-request service and compete for your share of $100K USD + 500K ALGO prize pools. **Learn more ->**](https://algorand.co/global-x402-challenge) /Icons%20(transparent%20background)/Target-transparent-bg.svg)\
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Algorand Builders Berlin: Agentic Commerce x402\
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Berlin | June 6-7, 2026\
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Join us for a 36-hour hackathon exploring x402 payments — an open payment protocol for internet-native payments built for the age of AI and autonomous agents.\
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**Learn more ->**](https://luma.com/agentic-commerce-hack)

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EasyA X Algorand London Hackathon\
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_**October 18th-19th | London**_\
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As we head to one of the most important crypto cities in the world, we're excited to invite the best developers from across the world to build the future on Algorand with us on October 18-19. \ 
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Register now!](https://www.easya.io/events/easya-x-algorand-london-hackathon)

###### We want you to succeed!

### **Your Hackathon Journey**

Whether you’re just getting started or ready to scale your idea, we’ve got you covered. Explore resources to help you prepare, build with confidence, and take your project beyond the hackathon.

- ##### Before: How to prepare

_Get ready with these resources to learn, explore, and set up before the hackathon begins._

- [Web3 Masterclasses](https://algorand.co/web3-masterclasses) → Spark ideas and explore use cases (perfect for builders and non-technical participants)
  - [Rise In Learning Path](https://www.risein.com/courses/build-on-algorand) → Structured learning paths to go deeper into Algorand and blockchain basics
  - [EasyA App](https://easya.io/) → Learn, complete challenges, and start building directly from your phone
  - [Developer Learning Hub](https://algorand.co/developers/learn) → Tutorials, videos, and guides to level up your skills
  - [Workshops](https://algorand.co/algokit-workshops) → Hands-on training for experienced developers ready to dive into Web3
  - [AlgoKit](https://algorand.co/algokit)→ Learn the basics and set up fast
  - [Quick Start Guide](https://dev.algorand.co/getting-started/algokit-quick-start/) → Launch your first project in minutes
  - [Developer Portal](https://dev.algorand.co/) → Full docs, tutorials, and guides at your fingertips

- ##### During: Build & connect

_Use these tools and examples to speed up your build and stay connected during the event._

- [Example Projects](https://examples.dev.algorand.co/) → Explore templates and demos to speed up your build
  - [DevRel's Github repo](https://github.com/algorand-devrel/) → Discover examples and guides from Algorand's DevRel team
  - [Digital Marketplace Smart Contract](https://examples.dev.algorand.co/digital-marketplace-smart-contract/) → A full use-case example you can learn from and adapt
  - [Algorand Discord](https://discord.com/invite/algorand) → Get real-time support from mentors and connect with other hackers
  - [Hackathon Quickstart Template](https://github.com/Ganainmtech/Algorand-dApp-Quick-Start-Template-TypeScript) → Start your dApp with a preconfigured template
  - [AlgoKit Quick Start Guide](https://dev.algorand.co/getting-started/algokit-quick-start/) → Launch your first project in minutes
  - [Developer Portal](https://dev.algorand.co/) → Full docs, tutorials, and guides at your fingertips

- ##### What about AI?

_Want to bring AI into your project? We’ve got you covered:_

- [Kapa MCP server](https://dev.algorand.co/getting-started/portal-guide/#kapa-mcp-server) → Plugin into your favourite tool

- [Agent skills](https://github.com/algorand-devrel/algorand-agent-skills) → Add skill to your agent

- [LLM Small](https://dev.algorand.co/llms-small.txt) & [LLM Full](https://dev.algorand.co/llms-full.txt) → Train your own AI on Algorand

- [GoPlausible](https://goplausible.com/)→ GoPlausible is an infrastructure provider for AI services
  - [Developer Docs](https://dev.algorand.co/) → Powered by **Kapa**, our AI agent, to help you find answers faster

- [Context7](https://context7.com/) → LLM support ready to plug into your apps

- ##### Wallets & Resources for Hackathons

_Getting your project set up on Algorand is easy. For hackathons, we recommend:_

- [KMD](https://developer.algorand.org/docs/clis/kmd/) → Developer-focused wallet for testing and building

- [Lute](https://lute.app/) → Simple browser extension wallet, perfect for quick integrations

- [Use Wallet Library](https://github.com/TxnLab/use-wallet)→ This is a valuable resource to help you connect your app to a user’s wallet to get a transaction signed.
  - Algo Dispensers → Get free test Algos
    - [Algo Dispenser](https://bank.testnet.algorand.network/)
    - [Lora](https://lora.algokit.io/)

- [USDC Faucet](https://faucet.circle.com/) → Access test USDC alongside Algos for stablecoin use cases
  - [wen.tools](https://www.wen.tools/) → No-code platform to create and manage Algorand Standard Assets (ASAs)

## Want to be notified of the next hackathon?

### Past Hackathons

_See what past builders have created. Explore the winning projects from recent Algorand hackathons._

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**Bolt.new hackathon**\
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_May 30th – June 30th, 2025_\
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Bolt.new HackathonWith 125K+ participants worldwide and 500+ blockchain projects, Bolt.new set the stage for massive builder energy. Winning teams tackled everything from DeFi to NFT utilities. \ 
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See the winners →](https://x.com/AlgoFoundation/status/1950249758540595480) \
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**Algorand Hackathon: AI Meets Blockchain @w3.hub**\
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_Sep 3rd - 4th, 2025_\
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Hosted at Web3Berlin, the hackathon brought together 50 onsite builders who submitted 18 projects across 3 tracks. Many winners were first-time participants. \ 
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See the winners →](https://x.com/algodevs/status/1964388154485670382) \
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**EasyA x Algorand Harvard Hackathon** \ 
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_Sep 6th – 7th, 2025_\
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With almost 300 attendees and 45 projects submitted, the Harvard hackathon spotlighted student innovation in AI, finance, and real-world apps. \ 
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See the winners →](https://x.com/algodevs/status/1965125078443872344) \
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**RiseIn x Algorand Bengaluru** \ 
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_Sep 11th – 12th, 2025_\
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We had 140 participants, 51 teams, 45 project submitted and 10 winners, at this Hackathon we explored how far payments and AI can go. \ 
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See the winners →](https://x.com/algodevs/status/1966594062615806371) \
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**RiseIn x Algorand Istanbul**\
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_Sep 28th – 29th, 2025_\
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With 80 participants and 25 submissions across 2 tracks, the Istanbul hackathon showcased creative AI and DeFi projects. \ 
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See the winners →](https://x.com/algodevs/status/1972778271164215449) \
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**EasyA x Algorand London**\
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_Oct 18th – 19th, 2025_\
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With 250 participants and 68 submissions across 2 tracks, London vibed with this Hackathon \ 
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See the winners →](https://x.com/algodevs/status/1981775218638303550)

### Past Hackathon Finalists

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CompX\
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DeFi suite with aggregation, token streaming, & portfolio tracking tools](https://core.compx.io/) \
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DAOWakanda\
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DAOWakanda is a decentralized autonomous organization is designed to create a vibrant Algorand ecosystem in Nigeria where contributors and developers are incentivized and rewarded for their contributions.](https://www.daowakanda.com/) \
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StartSnap.fun\
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StartSnap.fun empowers builders to showcase their projects, share progress through vibe logs, and connect with the Web3 community for feedback and support.](https://startsnap.fun/)

## Turn your API endpoint into a pay-per-request service and compete for your share of $100K USD + 500K ALGO prize pools.

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