EkoLance is excited to announce that techFiesta, its developer activation platform will be used for the management of the first edition of the European Blockchain Convention (EBC) hackathon. The hackathon is set to take place in Barcelona, Spain, during the 9th edition of the European Blockchain Conference (EBC), the most influential blockchain event in Europe. This event kicks off on October 24 till October 26, 2023, and is expected to attract over 200 hackers, 20 mentors, and 50 teams.
The theme of the hackathon is "Hack'A Thon" and it offers an unparalleled opportunity for the participants to network, partake in enlightening EBC live sessions, embark on technical project development, and build lasting memories.
The hackathon focuses on blockchain, crypto, DeFi, Web3, NFTs, Gaming, and the metaverse industry, presenting an opportunity for hackers to win prizes of up to €50,000.
“We're super excited to host this first edition of the EBC Hackathon and felt it was the next logical step given that developers are the backbone of this industry. In past editions of EBC, we successfully held the startup competition to support upcoming startups in the industry in addition to the actual Convention. Overall we are very committed to supporting the industry builders. We're proud to have EkoLance as a strategic partner for our hackathon given their solid platform, techFiesta and all the support included in their proposal. Tools like these add value to the industry and we look forward to hosting upcoming and future hackathons on techFiesta.”—Victoria Gago, Co-Founder of EBC
During this groundbreaking event, techFiesta serves as the infrastructure platform for the hackathon where the hackers will view all hackathon details and submit their projects. At the same time, the hackathon sponsors can review the submissions and all hackathon KPIs on their techFiesta dashboard. techFiesta also provides a payment processing option for the hackathon bounties on chain.
“We are thrilled to have partnered with EBC to manage their Hack'A Thon. techFiesta is the perfect platform for this event as we provide the essential infrastructure for in-person hackathons and a possibility for the sponsors to have a quick overview of the hackathons’ results and KPIs.”—Maria Eneva-Olms, CEO of EkoLance
The European Blockchain Convention's Hack'A Thon exemplifies the epitome of innovation and collaboration within the Web3 sphere. This event not only offers a platform for hackers to showcase their skills but also propels advancements in the blockchain industry. EBC's commitment to fostering such initiatives is laudable, and techFiesta is proud to be an integral part of this journey. We anticipate that this hackathon will leave a lasting impact, nurturing a community of builders who will drive the industry forward, and harness the potential of blockchain technology to create transformative solutions for a better future.
Conclusion
The partnership between EkoLance and the European Blockchain Convention for the inaugural Hack'A Thon signifies a pivotal milestone in propelling innovation within the blockchain industry. This event presents an exhilarating opportunity for developers to demonstrate their technical prowess and contend for significant prizes.
techFiesta stands at the forefront, playing a crucial role in the seamless organization and management of this hackathon. As it continues to forge strategic partnerships with enterprises, the trajectory of technological progress is poised on a promising course.
Reach out to EkoLance today by clicking here and let's explore ways we can partner, either in the management of your hackathon events or in the building and expansion of your developer and user communities.
About EBC
European Blockchain Convention is the most influential blockchain event in Europe. It was founded with the mission to accelerate the blockchain ecosystem in Europe.
Since its inaugural conference in 2018 in Barcelona, EBC has hosted thousands of attendees, hundreds of leading speakers and the best startups in the blockchain & crypto space.
Its global audience of founders, investors, regulators, developers, corporations, and many more come together every year to learn, get inspired, and connect.
About EkoLance
EkoLance revolutionizes the future of work by empowering professionals in Web2 and the blockchain industry. EkoLance has two products: an educational platform with training programs for upskilling in the blockchain space and a developer activation platform called techFiesta, where companies launch hackathons and developer challenges. EkoLance has a community of over 8,000 blockchain professionals.
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