European Blockchain Convention: Second Hackathon in Barcelona
Date: 2024-08-06 Author: Henry Casey Categories: IN WORLD
The second hackathon dedicated to the decentralized finance (DeFi) sector will take place in Barcelona in September 2024. The event will take place as part of the European Blockchain Convention (EBC10), which is scheduled for September 25 and 26. The organizers expect 250 developers to participate, who will work on creating innovative solutions in the DeFi sector.
The organizers of the hackathon, who issued a statement, emphasize that the main goal of the event is to bring together industry leaders and stimulate innovation in the DeFi sector. The hackathon will provide a platform for learning, sharing experiences, networking, and collaboration among participants.
“Building on the success of last year’s hackathon, we expect to attract top talent and key industry players by creating a unique platform for learning, networking, and collaboration,” the release said.
Event Format
The hackathon will feature 250 participants learning DeFi on layer-1 blockchains like Radix. Under the guidance of experienced mentors, they will be able to build and launch their first decentralized applications (dApps) aimed at solving real-world problems using blockchain technology.
According to the press release, the hackathon aims to share experiences and expand their network to build a career in the Web3 space. All participants of the event will receive tickets to the EBC10 conference, which will feature 6,000 guests and 300 speakers. This will provide participants with a unique opportunity to network and gain knowledge from leading industry experts.
EBC co-founder Victoria Gago noted that the hackathon is dedicated to the future of DeFi and solving current problems in this area. The event aims to promote mass adoption of decentralized finance and create more convenient and accessible applications for DeFi.
Comments by Victoria Gago
“The hackathon is dedicated to DeFi and its future. We hope to solve the problems in this sector to promote mass adoption of decentralized finance. We expect to see more convenient applications for DeFi that will make blockchain accessible to everyone,” said Victoria Gago.
According to her, the hackathon will give the opportunity for a new generation of developers to prove themselves and reveal their talents within the framework of the European Blockchain Convention.
History and Meaning of EBC
The European Blockchain Convention conference was first held in 2018 and has since become an important event in the world of blockchain technologies. The event is designed to exchange ideas, promote cooperation and explore the vast potential of blockchain, cryptocurrencies and digital assets.
For more information about the hackathon and the conference, visit the official website of the event.
The hackathon at the European Blockchain Convention in Barcelona promises to be a significant event for developers and leaders of the DeFi industry. The event will provide unique opportunities for learning, networking and creating innovative solutions that will advance the development and mass adoption of decentralized finance.
