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@ DoraHacks Hackathon Bot
2025-04-12 17:54:36Hackathon Summary
Hack The Grid — Level 2 is the second phase of a four-level builder program launched by LUKSO, focusing on the development of mini decentralized applications (dApps). This phase saw participation from 70 registered hackers, resulting in the approval of 41 BUIDLs. It encouraged participants to innovate in areas such as AI agents, social DeFi, creator monetization, and gamification. The hackathon aims to evolve Universal Profiles into versatile spaces that integrate digital identity, social engagement, and creativity.
The event spanned from February to April 2025, offering a total funding pool of $150,000 in LYX, distributed across the various levels. Participants could engage remotely at multiple stages, with successful projects from Levels 1 to 3 becoming eligible for additional support in Level 4's Community Grants Round.
The hackathon schedule featured office hours and learning sessions with insights from previous winners to aid participants. Beyond technological experimentation, the event fostered a collaborative development environment, demonstrating the potential for decentralized application creation and fostering innovation within the ecosystem. Hack The Grid highlighted significant participation and noteworthy project contributions from the developer community.
Hackathon Winners
ORIGIN GRANTS Prize Winners
Two projects in the Level 2 category were awarded Origin Grants, recognizing their technical innovation and alignment with the ecosystem's objectives.
Hiraeth Mini App: This application transforms blockchain transactions into NFT-based digital artifacts, capturing historical narratives across various chains through distinctive representations.
Multisend - Defolio: MultiSend offers a streamlined method for executing multiple token and NFT transfers on the LUKSO blockchain within a single transaction, improving efficiency in asset management.
The winning projects are noted for their focus on smart contract security, user-friendly interface, technical execution, and value addition to the LUKSO community. Each Origin Grant winner receives $2,250 in LYX, with 70% disbursed upfront and the remainder dependent on achieving adoption-focused KPIs. Winners also have the opportunity to progress to Level 4—the Community Grants Round—where an additional $24,000 in LYX is available through quadratic funding.
For a full list of projects, visit DoraHacks.
About the Organizer
LUKSO
LUKSO is a technology-oriented organization specializing in blockchain solutions with a focus on digital lifestyle and creative economies. It plays a significant role in developing applications that enhance user-centric identity and digital ownership. The organization was instrumental in creating Universal Profiles, facilitating seamless interactions across digital platforms. Currently, LUKSO aims to expand the blockchain's role in everyday digital experiences, prioritizing security and accessibility for a diverse user base within the technology landscape.