Hackathon Overview
Build & Brew - Espresso Global Hackathon attracted 485 developers, with a total of 151 projects approved. The event was hosted by Espresso Network and distributed a total of $100,000 in prizes across two tracks: "Caffeinate & Code" and "Cracking Composability." The main goals included enhancing Ethereum's composability and developing new cross-chain applications using Espresso confirmations.
The event achieved significant milestones, including the deployment of functional rollups integrated with Espresso Network, supporting the development of interoperable applications. The innovation focus was on utilizing fast and secure confirmations to enable cross-chain functionality. Multiple projects utilized the Open Intents Framework to build advanced application architectures.
The hackathon showcased the potential impact of Espresso Network on the blockchain ecosystem by applying its consensus layer to real-world scenarios. This event bolstered the network's mission to make interactions between blockchains more seamless and highlighted the important role of developers in driving composability. The final demonstration on April 7 showcased significant progress in developing Ethereum cross-chain capabilities.
Hackathon Winners
At the conclusion of the first Build & Brew hackathon, 91 Arbitrum Orbit chains integrated with Espresso were successfully deployed, paving the way for innovative cross-chain applications. The event set a total prize pool of $65,000, showcasing its industry impact, with prizes distributed based on deployment results on testnets and mainnets.
Winning Projects
1st Place - Affogato
Affogato is a Swap + Bridge system that utilizes Ethereum rollups and Espresso confirmations to ensure secure and efficient cross-chain transactions.
2nd Place - Random Network
This project enhances composability by using rollup activity verification and employs an open intent pool for seamless integration between systems.
3rd Place - Disburse Network
Disburse Network offers a modular payment protocol that enables one-click cross-chain large-scale payments through the Nitro rollup architecture, improving payment processing efficiency.
4th Place - Coffee Chain
Coffee Chain is a cross-chain payment application that allows merchants to seamlessly accept crypto payments in any token or blockchain.
5th Place - GTXpresso
Currently an unfinished placeholder, GTXpresso is a cross-chain Central Limit Order Book (CLOB) project.
To view all projects from the hackathon, visit Build and Brew Hackathon on DoraHacks.
About the Organizer Espresso
Espresso focuses on advancing technology in the blockchain space. The organization is known for its expertise in creating efficient and scalable blockchain solutions, with an emphasis on security and user accessibility. Key achievements include the deployment of innovative consensus mechanisms that enhance transaction speed and reduce computational costs. Espresso engages in collaborative projects aimed at integrating blockchain technology across various industries, solidifying its position as a significant contributor to technological advancement. Currently, Espresso is focused on optimizing blockchain infrastructure to drive adoption and support industry-wide digital transformation efforts.
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