NottsHack 26

Main Goal

Build blockchain solutions that address real world problems and improve systems for communities , businesses or institutions

Focus Areas

Financial inclusion, transparent supply chains, digital identity verification, anti-fraud tools, public digital infrastructure, climate and environmental monitoring

Key objectives

Encourage students to build blockchain solutions, identify talented developers, promote transparency and security , connect builders with the blockchain ecosystem

What judges look for 

Real-world problem solving, meaningful blockchain use, practicality of deployment, strong potential impact

Important Advice

Avoid generic or AI-generated ideas; focus on original concepts, practical solutions, and user-friendly designs (especially for non-technical users)

Bonus Criteria 

Real user perspective, clear deployment path, public good benefits, ethical design, scalability

Submission Requirements 

Working prototype/demo, explanation of the problem and solution, description of blockchain use, project presentation

Main Goal

Encourage creative applications using DCAI ecosystem tools

Project Types

Web apps, AI assistants, games, dashboards, automation tools, developer tools, productivity apps 

Blockchain Requirement 

Must integrate at least one interaction with their L3 on Base (API, data access, or ecosystem interaction)

Focus

Innovation and creativity rather than strict blockchain implementation

Minimum Requirement

Use at least one API or interaction from the L3 network

Example Integrations

API calls, data access, blockchain interaction through L3 infrastructure