Hackathon Summary

AI BUIDL Lab: A hackathon to build real Web3 applications on Rootstock based on Prompt Engineering has concluded recently, with 211 developers registering and submitting 22 projects. The event aims to encourage developers to develop Web3 applications on the Rootstock platform with the help of AI-driven workflows. Participants focused on three major areas: decentralized finance (DeFi) and payments, commerce and gig economy, and Web3 identity and reputation systems, accelerating the innovation and iteration of decentralized applications (dApps) through AI technology.

The event produced fruitful results, including decentralized financial solutions, AI-enhanced identity management systems, etc., highlighting the potential of AI and Web3 integration. The prize pool includes $15,000 in RIF tokens to reward top projects that excel in creativity and technical execution.

This hackathon not only confirmed the value of AI in simplifying the development of decentralized applications, but also demonstrated the advanced results of the Web3 ecosystem. The event's cooperation with thirdweb, Alchemy and RootstockLabs provided strong support for developers to efficiently participate and produce innovative projects.

Hackathon Winners

DeFi and Payments Award Winners

• ProtectedPay_Rootstock : A DeFi platform on CrossFi Chain that facilitates secure transfers, group payments, and smart savings through advanced blockchain capabilities.

• AIFi: AI-Powered DeFi Hub on Rootstock : Using AI to provide remittances, credit scoring, and user interface improvements to increase financial accessibility in Latin America.

Business and Gig Economy Award Winners

• SwipeGig : A decentralized talent marketplace that uses blockchain and AI to connect freelancers and clients, ensuring secure transactions.

• HireStamp : Uses AI-scored credentials for resume verification, anchoring reputation in Bitcoin’s secure infrastructure.

Identity and Reputation in Web3 Award Winners

• AgenticID : Provides self-sovereign identity authentication, combining blockchain and AI, using zero-knowledge proofs for secure user authentication.

• TrustScan : Uses AI to analyze wallet activity on Rootstock to generate reputation and identity scores and enhance trust.

Bounty Best AI Tips to Use

• AuditFi_Rootstock : Provides AI-driven smart contract security audits, enhancing transparency and trust through on-chain verification.

• RSK Smart Yield Engine : An AI-driven DeFi protocol yield optimizer that manages funds and formulates strategies through smart contracts and AI.

For more information on all the projects, visit DoraHacks .

About the Organizer

Rootstock

Rootstock - Bitcoin DeFi Layer - is focused on combining Bitcoin's powerful network with Ethereum's smart contract capabilities to improve blockchain interoperability. Rootstock is known for its technical expertise and has created a platform to support decentralized financial applications. The organization is committed to driving innovation in the blockchain space by expanding the accessibility and functionality of smart contracts in financial services.