Pi Network opens registration for Pi Hackathon 2025 with a 160K Pi prize pool. Developers can compete until October 15 to build utility-focused apps for the Pi ecosystem.
Pi Hackathon 2025 Registration Opens with 160K Pi Prize Pool
Pi Network has officially opened registration for Pi Hackathon 2025, offering a massive 160,000 Pi prize pool to developers building apps for the ecosystem. The event, organized by the Pi Core Team, began registrations on August 15 and will officially kick off on August 21.
Participants will have until October 15 to submit their projects, with a midpoint check on September 19 for progress reviews and feedback.
160K Pi Prize Pool and Rewards
The prize pool of 160,000 Pi will be shared among up to eight winning teams:
- 🥇 1st Prize: 75,000 Pi
- 🥈 2nd Prize: 45,000 Pi
- 🥉 3rd Prize: 15,000 Pi
- 🎖 Honorable Mentions: Up to five teams will receive 5,000 Pi each
Rewards will only be distributed to participants who pass Pi’s KYC verification.
How to Participate
Teams can include unlimited members, and projects will be judged on:
- Utility (real-world use cases for Pi)
- User experience & design
- Accessibility for everyday people
- Value to the Pi community
Developers are encouraged to use:
- Pi App Studio
- Brainstorm app
- Developer Portal
- AI tools to speed up app creation
The Pi Core Team emphasized:
“We’re looking for creative, utility-focused web apps that address real user needs, support the use of Pi cryptocurrency, and are intuitive and accessible.”
Submission Requirements
All projects must be uploaded to the Pi Developer Portal and include:
- An official submission form
- A demo video showcasing the app
- Optionally, developers can use the PiOS license to make their work open-source for collaboration.
Outlook
The hackathon represents Pi Network’s push toward expanding its ecosystem with utility-driven apps that go beyond mining. With significant rewards and open participation, Pi Hackathon 2025 is set to spotlight real-world use cases for Pi cryptocurrency.
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