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2025-03-02 06:18:25DoraHacks has once again set a new standard for showcasing the brightest minds in Web3 and frontier technology with the successful debut of BUIDL DAY—our flagship event dedicated to amplifying the voices of early-stage, high-impact projects from the most promising ecosystems in the space.
With over 500 participants in attendance, BUIDL DAY was more than just an event; it was a hub of energy and innovation. Held at the intersection of collaboration and cutting-edge technology, we brought together nine pioneering ecosystems.— Cosmos, Babylon, Sonic, Aptos, Circle, KAIA, Initia, Movement and Flow—to spotlight the most original and contrarian early-stage teams building the next generation of technology.
It was the moment DoraHacks unveiled its defining thesis for 2025: Freedom of BUIDL—the fundamental belief that anyone, anywhere, should have the freedom to build what they want, when they want.
DoraHacks is not merely a platform. It is a force of nature, mobilizing the world's largest and most significant hacker movement. With over 200,000 developers having collectively launched 20,000+ startups, DoraHacks is rewriting the blueprint of innovation. This is where the future is built—not in closed rooms, but in the open, by hackers who refuse to ask for permission.
Hacking Without Borders
The numbers speak for themselves. In 2024 alone, over 300 organizations hosted more than 350 hackathons through DoraHacks, proving that the demand for open innovation has never been stronger. Any organization, from emerging startups to global enterprises, can tap into the boundless creative potential of the DoraHacks ecosystem and launch their own hackathons with ease.
DoraHacks' 2025 Thesis: The Future of BUIDL
At BUIDL Day, DoraHacks announced its core technological priorities for 2025. These are not mere trends—they are fundamental shifts in how the internet, cryptography, and decentralized systems will evolve. DoraHacks is doubling down on collaborations with the most critical open-source platforms to foster growth and innovation. The key areas include:
- Consumer Crypto – A narrative gaining traction across Aptos, Circle, Flow, and beyond, driving the next wave of crypto-native consumer applications.
- Agentic Crypto & Organizations – A revolution in decentralized coordination, playing out in Injective, Sonic, and YakiHonne.
- Freedom of BUIDL & Privacy Tech – Powering sovereign innovation and privacy-first technologies, championed by Zama and Dora Factory.
- Sovereign Independent Blockchains – The rise of self-sovereign networks, an area where Cosmos and its ecosystem continue to lead.
But we are not stopping there.
Exploring the Next Frontier
2025 marks the beginning of DoraHacks’ deep foray into frontier technology:
- Quantum Software & Infrastructure – Enabling the next paradigm shift in computing.
- Quantum Cryptography – Developing encryption that withstands the quantum era.
- Open Source Hardware – Breaking the barriers of proprietary computing.
The future is decentralized. It is open-source. And it is being built, right now.
The Next Chapter: Google Cloud x DoraHacks
DoraHacks is not just shaping the future—it is forming alliances with those who are building it. At BUIDL Day, DoraHacks officially announced its partnership with Google Cloud. As part of this collaboration, Google Cloud will provide $350,000 in cloud and AI services to support DoraHacks’ most promising startups. This partnership will also drive the launch of new hackathons focused on cutting-edge fields, from AI to quantum computing.
A Platform for Bold Builders
BUIDL DAY was meticulously designed to give early-stage teams the visibility, resources, and connections they need to propel their projects forward. Unlike traditional conferences and summits, our focus was on the BUIDLs that challenge the status quo—teams building with first-principles thinking and forging paths where others have yet to tread. These BUIDLs represented the cutting edge of decentralized technology, from novel Layer 1s and interoperability solutions to revolutionary applications in DeFi, consumer, AI gaming, and infrastructure.
Unparalleled Networking and Exposure
The energy in the room was electric as builders, investors, and foundation leaders engaged in deep discussion. Venture capitalists, including some of the most active investors in the space, had the opportunity to meet the next wave of category-defining projects at their earliest stages. Meanwhile, developers and founders connected with the leading foundations backing their ecosystems, receiving invaluable insights, mentorship, and potential funding opportunities.
Beyond structured networking, serendipitous encounters defined the day—whether it was a team finding a strategic partner over coffee or a founder securing an unexpected investor introduction during a panel discussion. BUIDL DAY was proof that the right environment fosters groundbreaking collaborations.
Why BUIDL DAY Matters
The ethos behind BUIDL DAY is simple: true innovation happens when visionary builders are given a platform to share, iterate, and connect. While the Web3 landscape is constantly evolving, one thing remains certain—early-stage projects need more than funding; they need the right ecosystem, exposure, and support to succeed.
By curating an event that prioritizes originality and contrarian thinking, DoraHacks has reaffirmed its commitment to nurturing the builders who will define the future of blockchain and beyond. BUIDL DAY was not just a moment in time—it was the beginning of something much bigger.
To all the builders, investors, and foundation leaders who joined us: thank you for making this an unforgettable experience. We can’t wait to see where these projects go next and look forward to building together in the future.
Until next time, keep BUIDLing!
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