The next wave of crypto starts here

Take your idea from concept to working product in just 36 hours. Whether you’re building in DeFi, infrastructure, NFTs, or AI x Web3, you’ll gain hands-on experience, personalized mentorship, and the chance to pitch your project for prizes, funding, and global recognition.

Bring your skills, ambition, and creativity – and help shape the future of crypto.

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Applications close on 7 Sep

160
Participants
$50,000
Prize pool
36
Hours

Applications now open

Registration Open
29 August
Application deadline
7 Sep
Participants Announced
8 Sep
Hackathon
30 Sep - 2 Oct

Go from idea to reality in 36 hours

Present your project to an audience of global crypto leaders and investors.

Win big

Compete for cash prizes, grants, and accelerator spots to take your project to the next level.

Demo in front of the world

Pitch live on the TOKEN2049 Stage to 25,000 attendees, global media, and industry heavyweights.

Built for perpetual flow

Dedicated rest zones, free meals, limited-edition swag, and endless snacks and drinks keep you locked in and building at your best.

All-access to TOKEN2049

Immerse yourself in the world’s largest crypto event.

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POWERED BY:

US$12,000

OF SCHOLARSHIPs to
DRAPER U’s Hero Training

3 months

residency

Meet the judges

Chris Joannou

VP of Ecosystem Growth
Draper University

Joyce Yang

Founder
Global Coin Research

Kartik Talwar

Co-Founder
ETHGlobal