CryptoXR 2025: An exceptional Hackathon for the future of Web3
From January 31 to February 2, 2025, Alephium, a next-generation blockchain platform, will participate in CryptoXR, France's second largest cryptocurrency conference. This exciting event will take place in Auxerre, which is set to become the French capital of Web3.
CryptoXR will host a significant hackathon in partnership with LSW3 (League for Web3 Security) and expects to draw over 3,000 attendees, along with more than 70 speakers and various innovative projects aiming to reshape the future of technology.
CryptoXR 2025 is billed as a must-attend hackathon focused on the evolution of Web3. As the conference reaches its third edition, it will span a large exhibition area of 6,000 square meters.
The event seeks to promote the growth and democratization of Web3 technologies. It will gather industry leaders, local participants, and the public to foster an environment of innovation, inclusivity, and decentralization.
Alephium showcases its capabilities with a unique Proof-of-Less-Work technology. This feature, combined with its stateful UTXO model, positions it as a high-performance, secure, and environmentally responsible blockchain.
Developers participating in the hackathon will have a unique chance to create groundbreaking solutions using this decentralized infrastructure.
Alephium is designed to handle over 10,000 transactions per second, all while meeting strict environmental goals. Participants with the most effective and innovative projects can expect to win prizes in ALPH tokens:
First place: €3,000
Second place: €2,000
Third place: €1,000
Additional awards of €500 will recognize excellence in creativity, user experience, code quality, and projects that enhance security. Solo developers will also have opportunities to shine, with a total prize pool of €3,000 available for challenges. These include tasks like adapting Solidity contracts, solving technical puzzles, and developing tools for Alephium.
The hackathon will commence on Friday, January 31, with an onboarding session designed to equip participants with necessary resources. The main competition will take place on Saturday, February 1, culminating in an awards ceremony on the main stage at 8 PM.
The judging panel for the hackathon will feature prominent figures such as Cheng Wang, the Founder and Lead Developer at Alephium, along with Hongchao, Lead Developer at Alephium, and Nicolas Bacca, Co-Founder of Ledger. Their varied experiences will contribute to a thorough assessment of each project's creativity, functionality, and overall impact.
In addition to the hackathon, CryptoXR will include workshops and panels discussing the future of Web3. These sessions will feature well-known speakers and representatives from the French government, providing valuable perspectives on industry trends and challenges.
Don’t miss this opportunity to take part in one of the largest Web3 gatherings in France. Register now through the Alephium ecosystem and prepare for an engaging experience at CryptoXR 2025.