# HyperHack: Applications and Ideathon Phase **URL:** \ **Category:** Ideathon\ **Created:** [May 14, 2025, 1:43pm UTC](https://forum.ceg.vote/t/hyperhack-applications-and-ideathon-phase/4027 "2025-05-14T13:43:58Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 16\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![pavel](https://forum.ceg.vote/user_avatar/forum.ceg.vote/pavel/32/37_2.png) [@pavel](https://forum.ceg.vote/u/pavel)\ **Post date:** [May 14, 2025, 1:43pm UTC](https://forum.ceg.vote/t/hyperhack-applications-and-ideathon-phase/4027/1 "2025-05-14T13:43:58Z")
## Project Categories HyperHack focuses on three tracks of project categories: ### Track 1: AI-Native and Core-Aligned Projects - AI-Native dApps: Applications with AI embedded in the logic layer - Onchain AI & Data: Protocols bringing AI workflows directly on-chain - Hyperion AI Integration: Projects using Hyperion’s built-in AI co-agent ### Track 2: Real-Time Systems - Real-Time Web3: Applications requiring minimal latency - Real-Time Gaming and DeFi: Games and finance platforms needing fast, continuous interaction ### Track 3: Infrastructure and Ecosystem Tools - Traditional DeFi Protocols: Core primitives reimagined for Hyperion - Web3 Infrastructure and Tooling: Developer-facing tools and services - Interoperability with Metis SDK: Projects bridging Hyperion and Andromeda ### Bonus Track: Alith Integration - Alith Integrations: Projects integrating Alith ([https://alith.lazai.network](https://alith.lazai.network)) into their codebase ## Prize Pool Distribution The total prize pool of $200,000 USD will be distributed as follows: - Track 1 & 2 Top Projects: $150,000 (split among top 3–4) - Track 3 Winners: $20,000 (split among top 1–3) - Alith Integration Prizes: $30,000 Alith rewards apply to all the tracks. Your team can earn prizes based on different tracks, plus an additional bonus if you integrate with Alith. Prizes will be vested with 50% unlocked 1–2 weeks post-mainnet launch and the remaining 50% vested over 5 monthly installments. ## Timeline Duration: May 15 - June 2, 2025 - May 15: Official launch - Application form opens - May 30: Final deadline for refined project submissions - June 2: Accepted teams advance to the building phase - June 9: Early-Bird NFTs awarded ## How to Apply This is a quick overview on how to apply. For **More details** refer to [this tutorial](https://forum.ceg.vote/t/tutorial-how-to-apply-and-submit-a-proposal-wip/4066). ### 1. Read this post ### 2. Request to join hackathon Go to [Hyperion Initiators Group](https://forum.ceg.vote/g/hpi) and request to join the hackathon by clicking the “Request” button at the top right corner of the page. ### 3. Fill form A sample template for the application form will appear. Complete the application form with: - Project Title - Problem Statement - Solution Overview - Project Description - Community Engagement Features ![Screen Recording 2025-05-15 at 13.50.45](https://forum.ceg.vote/uploads/default/original/2X/3/31e538f2f4e800e07e7d353e92f6c5bea2223d31.gif) ### 4. Wait for verdict Developers will be informed of their approval within **1 working day** via forum notifications and email. ### 5. Write a Proposal to the Forum Developers should write a proposal to the [Ideathon Category](https://forum.ceg.vote/c/hyperion/hyperhack/ideathon/52) with their submission for the community to discuss and to track updates to the project. > You may use the same text from your application form for your proposal, or refer to [this template](https://forum.ceg.vote/t/example-hyperhack-project-template/4058) ## Building [On June 2] Developers will begin finalizing their applications based on feedback received from the community and the hackathon committee. ## What You’ll Get in This Phase - Mentorship & Guidance: Direct feedback from Hyperion engineers during live sessions - Community Input: Valuable peer feedback to refine your project idea - Early Access: Priority access to Hyperion’s AI and parallel execution testnet - Recognition: Early visibility for standout projects in the ecosystem - Learning Resources: Technical documentation and workshops specific to Hyperion’s capabilities ## Forum Activities During the Ideathon - Idea Sharing & Discussion: Post your initial concept and engage with peer feedback - Mini-Task Submissions: Share validation materials like prototype screens or architecture diagrams - Community Voting: Participate in upvoting promising projects - Feedback Threads: Dedicated spaces for specific feedback requests - Live Session Announcements: Updates about upcoming AMAs and workshops - Official Updates: Important announcements from the Hyperion team ## Rewards and Earnings - AMA Participation Rewards: $50 USD per contributor (limited to 10 participants per session) - Early-Bird NFTs: Exclusive digital badges awarded June 9 - Includes bonus testing tokens - Provides special access to later hackathon phases - Community Recognition: Top ideas featured in Hyperion’s official channels - Fast-Track Selection: Outstanding proposals receive priority consideration for the building phase ## Eligibility Criteria - Open to individual developers and teams worldwide - Must complete the full application form with all required information - Proposals must include a community testing/engagement component - Teams must be available to participate in at least one live session during the ideathon - Participants must adhere to Hyperion’s code of conduct and terms ## Live Ideathon Sessions Session Hosts: - Technical Workshops: Led by Hyperion core engineers - Community AMAs: Facilitated by Hyperion Developer Relations team - Ideation Sessions: Guided by product managers and UX specialists from Hyperion - Testing Strategy Workshops: Conducted by community managers and QA specialists ## Important Requirements - Community Engagement Plan: All proposals must include ideas for community testing in later phases - Gamification Component: Projects should incorporate elements that encourage user participation - Task Documentation: Clearly defined tasks must be included in the proposal - Forum Participation: Teams must actively engage in discussion threads about their own and others’ ideas - Proposal Refinement: Teams must be open to reshaping ideas based on community feedback - Acceptance Process: Final proposals will be marked as “Accepted” on the forum before advancing After acceptance, projects will proceed to the Building Phase. ---
**Author:** ![Onelli](https://forum.ceg.vote/user_avatar/forum.ceg.vote/onelli/32/2257_2.png) [@Onelli](https://forum.ceg.vote/u/Onelli)\ **Post date:** [May 15, 2025, 4:25pm UTC](https://forum.ceg.vote/t/hyperhack-applications-and-ideathon-phase/4027/2 "2025-05-15T16:25:29Z")
Hey @Metis_Communications ! I’m new here, but would like to bring up some ideas for Hackathon challenges. Please advise where can I send or publish them? So many topics/subtopics/discussions, but I didn’t find a feed where the hackathon tasks are discussed. Thanks! ---
**Author:** ![0xthiru](https://forum.ceg.vote/user_avatar/forum.ceg.vote/0xthiru/32/2736_2.png) [@0xthiru](https://forum.ceg.vote/u/0xthiru)\ **Post date:** [May 15, 2025, 8:30pm UTC](https://forum.ceg.vote/t/hyperhack-applications-and-ideathon-phase/4027/3 "2025-05-15T20:30:39Z")
Hello @Onelli Please check this: [https://forum.ceg.vote/t/tutorial-how-to-apply-and-submit-a-proposal/4066](https://forum.ceg.vote/t/tutorial-how-to-apply-and-submit-a-proposal/4066) This post explains how you can submit your proposal. ---
**Author:** ![pavel](https://forum.ceg.vote/user_avatar/forum.ceg.vote/pavel/32/37_2.png) [@pavel](https://forum.ceg.vote/u/pavel)\ **Post date:** [May 16, 2025, 4:08pm UTC](https://forum.ceg.vote/t/hyperhack-applications-and-ideathon-phase/4027/4 "2025-05-16T16:08:09Z")
Hi Nelli, You can post: - **feedback, questions and problems** in the [Support - CEG - Metis.io](https://forum.ceg.vote/c/hyperion/hyperhack/support/54) subcategory. Feedback and ideas to improve are greatly appreciated! - **Hackathon ideas and projects** by first **[applying to join the hackathon](https://forum.ceg.vote/t/tutorial-how-to-apply-and-submit-a-proposal/4066#p-6820-h-2-request-to-join-hackathon-3)** and then by posting the proposal to the [Ideathon list](https://forum.ceg.vote/c/hyperion/hyperhack/ideathon/52) Please let me know here in the replies if there are any challenges along the way, happy to help! ---
**Author:** ![djpablo47](https://forum.ceg.vote/user_avatar/forum.ceg.vote/djpablo47/32/2275_2.png) [@djpablo47](https://forum.ceg.vote/u/djpablo47)\ **Post date:** [May 16, 2025, 4:24pm UTC](https://forum.ceg.vote/t/hyperhack-applications-and-ideathon-phase/4027/5 "2025-05-16T16:24:27Z")
Excited to join the Hyperion Ideathon! Just submitted our application looking forward to feedback, community collaboration, and building something impactful. ---
**Author:** ![t0mcr8se](https://forum.ceg.vote/user_avatar/forum.ceg.vote/t0mcr8se/32/2190_2.png) [@t0mcr8se](https://forum.ceg.vote/u/t0mcr8se)\ **Post date:** [May 16, 2025, 4:28pm UTC](https://forum.ceg.vote/t/hyperhack-applications-and-ideathon-phase/4027/6 "2025-05-16T16:28:52Z")
Hey Pablo, We’re excited to see you here! Where exactly did you apply? On external platforms or here in the forum? ---
**Author:** ![djpablo47](https://forum.ceg.vote/user_avatar/forum.ceg.vote/djpablo47/32/2275_2.png) [@djpablo47](https://forum.ceg.vote/u/djpablo47)\ **Post date:** [May 16, 2025, 4:31pm UTC](https://forum.ceg.vote/t/hyperhack-applications-and-ideathon-phase/4027/7 "2025-05-16T16:31:30Z")
I want to understand and test how Hyperion works as a user. I find it to be an interesting technology. ---
**Author:** ![arbilearn](https://forum.ceg.vote/user_avatar/forum.ceg.vote/arbilearn/32/3117_2.png) [@arbilearn](https://forum.ceg.vote/u/arbilearn)\ **Post date:** [May 17, 2025, 1:06pm UTC](https://forum.ceg.vote/t/hyperhack-applications-and-ideathon-phase/4027/8 "2025-05-17T13:06:21Z")
When to get approved for our idea? ---
**Author:** ![cptburak33](https://forum.ceg.vote/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/c/e19adc/32.png) [@cptburak33](https://forum.ceg.vote/u/cptburak33)\ **Post date:** [May 18, 2025, 7:22pm UTC](https://forum.ceg.vote/t/hyperhack-applications-and-ideathon-phase/4027/9 "2025-05-18T19:22:52Z")
Excited to join the Hyperion Ideathon 👍 ---
**Author:** ![arbilearn](https://forum.ceg.vote/user_avatar/forum.ceg.vote/arbilearn/32/3117_2.png) [@arbilearn](https://forum.ceg.vote/u/arbilearn)\ **Post date:** [May 19, 2025, 3:38pm UTC](https://forum.ceg.vote/t/hyperhack-applications-and-ideathon-phase/4027/10 "2025-05-19T15:38:23Z")
@pavel we leave a message for you, please check it! ---
**Author:** ![Emreahmet12](https://forum.ceg.vote/user_avatar/forum.ceg.vote/emreahmet12/32/2428_2.png) [@Emreahmet12](https://forum.ceg.vote/u/Emreahmet12)\ **Post date:** [May 20, 2025, 2:03am UTC](https://forum.ceg.vote/t/hyperhack-applications-and-ideathon-phase/4027/11 "2025-05-20T02:03:35Z")
Projede yerimizi aldık 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 ---
**Author:** ![deadman\_xbt](https://forum.ceg.vote/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/d/e9a140/32.png) [@deadman\_xbt](https://forum.ceg.vote/u/deadman_xbt)\ **Post date:** [May 22, 2025, 2:01pm UTC](https://forum.ceg.vote/t/hyperhack-applications-and-ideathon-phase/4027/12 "2025-05-22T14:01:20Z")
Looking foward the awesome proposals during hyperhack. ---
**Author:** ![Dewey](https://forum.ceg.vote/user_avatar/forum.ceg.vote/dewey/32/2486_2.png) [@Dewey](https://forum.ceg.vote/u/Dewey)\ **Post date:** [May 24, 2025, 12:09pm UTC](https://forum.ceg.vote/t/hyperhack-applications-and-ideathon-phase/4027/13 "2025-05-24T12:09:52Z")
Okay coool!! Let’s Goooo ---
**Author:** ![heromatters](https://forum.ceg.vote/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/h/f9ae1b/32.png) [@heromatters](https://forum.ceg.vote/u/heromatters)\ **Post date:** [May 28, 2025, 8:23am UTC](https://forum.ceg.vote/t/hyperhack-applications-and-ideathon-phase/4027/14 "2025-05-28T08:23:14Z")
Hello @pavel Thanks for giving the opportunity. I submitted the proposal Yesterday , waiting for the reply 🙂 thank you ---
**Author:** ![Norbert](https://forum.ceg.vote/user_avatar/forum.ceg.vote/norbert/32/2208_2.png) [@Norbert](https://forum.ceg.vote/u/Norbert)\ **Post date:** [June 16, 2025, 4:17pm UTC](https://forum.ceg.vote/t/hyperhack-applications-and-ideathon-phase/4027/15 "2025-06-16T16:17:00Z")
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**Author:** ![penguinpecker](https://forum.ceg.vote/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/p/0ea827/32.png) [@penguinpecker](https://forum.ceg.vote/u/penguinpecker)\ **Post date:** [June 16, 2025, 5:53pm UTC](https://forum.ceg.vote/t/hyperhack-applications-and-ideathon-phase/4027/16 "2025-06-16T17:53:19Z")
Got to know about this abit late. Super Excited to join the builder club on metis.