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Are you ready to build the next generation of blockchain solutions? Join the Paris Blockchain Week Hackathon 2025 Onsite Edition, organized by BizThon and sponsored by Solana Foundation, XRPL Commons & Bahamut, where top developers, Web3 innovators, and blockchain enthusiasts will compete in three dedicated tracks!
Tracks: Solana Foundation, XRPL Commons & Bahamut
The Solana Foundation track is focused on building high-performance, scalable, memory-minimized applications (dApps) on the Solana blockchain, known for its ultra-fast transactions and low fees.
The XRPL Commons Track is designed for developers eager to explore the XRP Ledger (XRPL) and build secure, fast, and scalable blockchain solutions.
Build on Bahamut – a Layer 1 blockchain powered by Proof of Stake and Activity (PoSA), designed for scalability, fairness, and security.
The Paris Blockchain Week Hackathon 2025 Onsite Edition offers an immersive, high-energy
experience designed to foster innovation, collaboration, and real-world blockchain solutions.
This hackathon is more than just a competition—it’s a chance to build, learn, and make an impact in the Web3 ecosystem.
Kick off with structured networking and sponsor introductions.
Gain hands-on insights from Solana and XRPL Commons mentors.
Work alongside top blockchain developers in an intensive hacking environment.
Direct interactions with Solana & XRPL teams to refine your project.
Continue working overnight with access to resources and support.
Present your project to a jury, compete for prizes, and showcase your innovation.
$100,000 Worth of credits for your startup journey
NOTION
6 months free of Notion’s Plus plan
ZENDESK
6 months free of Zendesk Suite
HUBSPOT
Upto 90% discount on Professional & Enterprise Plans
MIXPANEL
$50K worth of credits for a year for our incubated startups
SEGMENT
$50,000 in Segment credits (1-year, renewable for another year if eligible), followed by a 50% discount in year 3 and 25% in year 4, plus access to $1M+ in software deals.
GITHUB
Startups will have access to 20 seats of GitHub Enterprise free for year 1 and 50% off 20 seats for year 2.
GOOGLE CLOUD
They have 2 programs - Start Tier & Scale Tier based on the stage of startup.
QUICKNODE
3 months free self-service API ($300/month, $900 total), usable for self-service plans, 20% off Enterprise plans, or rollup/appchain deployment.
DOCSEND
Founders can get up to 90% off DocSend for a year by filling out the form on this co-branded landing page
DATADOG
Datadog Pro free for 1 year (up to $100k in credits).
TYPEFORM
20% discounts on their offerings
At the Paris Blockchain Week Hackathon onsite edition, developers, designers, and tech innovators will come together for an intense, hands-on blockchain challenge. Why Join?
Learn from industry leaders at Solana & XRPL.
Form teams, code, and build in real time.
Interact with Solana & XRPL teams, get feedback, and showcase your projects.
Pitch your solutions, win prizes, and gain industry exposure.
Join us for the Paris Blockchain Week Hackathon 2025 Onsite Edition and take your blockchain ideas to the next level! Limited seats available! Apply now by clicking "Submit Idea Now" and filling out the form!
Submit Idea Now
Anyone passionate about blockchain development, including developers, designers, and Web3 enthusiasts, can participate. Prior experience with Solana, XRPL or Bahamut is recommended but not mandatory.
Click on the “Submit Idea Now” button and fill out the application form.
No, participation in the hackathon is completely free. However, slots are limited to 250 developers, and applications are reviewed on a first-come, first-served basis.
Bring your laptop, charger, and any additional development tools you may need. We recommend installing relevant software (Solana CLI, XRPL toolkits, Bahamut tools) before arrival.
Yes! We will provide meals, snacks, and beverages throughout the hackathon.
You can participate solo or in a team of up to 5 members. Team formation and networking opportunities will be available at the venue.
No, detailed problem statements for all the tracks will be revealed onsite to ensure fair competition.
You will have access to mentorship from Solana Foundation, XRPL Commons and Bahamut experts, technical support, and sponsor engagement throughout the event.
While prior experience in blockchain development is helpful, beginners who are eager to learn and build are also encouraged to apply.
If you require an invitation letter for your visa application, please email [email protected] with the following details:
Once verified, the invitation letter will be issued to support your visa application. You can also ask for additional guidance in our Telegram group: @pbwsummit.
We strongly recommend applying for your visa as early as possible. If you encounter any delays, you may reach out to [email protected] for additional support.
Projects will be evaluated based on:
Final pitches will take place on April 6, 2025, followed by the prize announcement at the closing ceremony.
Travel and accommodation costs are not covered. However, we can provide visa invitation letters for international participants if required.
For general queries, reach out to us in Paris Blockchain Week Telegram group: @pbwsummit or BizThon Telegram Group For visa-related support, contact [email protected].
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