Recycling Project Waste2Earn Wins IThink Hackathon
iThink Hackathon Concludes, Celebrates Local Tech Innovation.
ICP Hub PH’s iThink Hackathon, awarded the grand prize to Waste2Earn for its innovative recycling rewards platform.
What’s the Significance: This highlights the Philippines’ growing tech sector, emphasizing local talent and their contributions to sustainable development.
Background detail: The iThink Hackathon, organized by ISLA Camp PH and ICP Hubs Network, celebrated local tech talent from April to June. The hackathon’s culmination was live-streamed on June 22, 2024.
- Participants leveraged Internet Computer Protocol and social platforms to create their projects, each addressing different societal needs through technological innovation.
The numbers: Prize pool: ₱225,000
- 1st: ₱100,000
- 2nd – ₱75,000
- 3rd – ₱50,000
The Top 3 Winners:
Grand Prize: Waste2Earn
- A platform that rewards recycling efforts, promoting sustainable practices and environmental conservation.
- Website: Waste2Earn
2nd Place: Wander.ly
- Travel planning platform using blockchain for personalized, secure travel experiences.
- Website: Wander.ly
3rd Place: Happ3n
- Social event management platform using blockchain to enhance event organization.
- Website: Happ3n
Key Quote:
“This hackathon exemplifies the growing tech and innovation ecosystem in the Philippines, highlighting the potential for Filipino developers to create impactful solutions. The event not only provided a platform for creative ideas but also fostered a community of support and mentorship.”
ICP Hub Philippines
What’s next: Sahil Thakur, Founder of BlockseBlock, congratulated the winners and offered ongoing mentorship to support their continued development.
Worth reading: In the previous iThink hackathon, Bulacan State University students won the top prize for “Communitask,” a digital platform connecting job seekers with micro-opportunities.
Editing by Michael Mislos
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