My Pulse on Xend Finance's Asset Chain Hackathon
When Xend Finance decided to push out its second hackathon to be about its asset chain, what went through your mind?
It's not everyday that we have an innovation that speaks directly to an everyday asset issue.
So while you ponder, here are my thoughts.
Yes, the hackathon has a million dollars for WEB3 developers and the top 3 get to pitch it at the StartUp South9 Conference happening in Port Hrcourt on October 3.
First of all, I call it what it is—a big move in not so small places.
Yes, there is a lot going on in the tech and innovation ecosystem in the south/southeast region.
Not much is said about it and this Xend move can't be ignored.
It makes a clear statement that the players in the region may have been quiet but they’ve been busy.
Well, I’m a journalist so let me speak to what this opportunity opens up in the ecosystem.
First of all, it points to the recurring issues that come to mind when one thinks of assets and their preservation.
The solutions that emerge from this hackathon could be game-changers, not just for individuals but for entire industries.
So it’s a chance to redefine how we think about wealth creation, preservation, and transfer.
And as a journalist, I'm eager to delve into the stories of the participants, the challenges they face, and the innovative solutions they eventually develop.
It is more than just a tech story; it's a story about the future of finance and the potential of human ingenuity.
Here are the key hackathon activities and dates:
July 31 – Hackathon Announcement & Application Commencement
August 9 – Hackathon Ask-Me-Anything (AMA) Session
August 15 – Application Deadline
September 14 – Project Submission Deadline
September 22 – Shortlist Announcement
October 3 – Hackathon Demo Day
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