'The Hunt for X' Hackathon, focusing on Zero-Knowledge Proof technology, is being launched by ScalingX and Buidlbox

San Francisco — ScalingX ScalingX, a vibrant Web3 developer community and accelerator, has teamed up with Buidlbox Buidlbox, a leading platform for all-in-one hackathons, to introduce 'The Hunt for X', The Hunt for X This Zero-Knowledge Proof Hackathon is an exciting competitive coding event designed to delve into the potential of Zero-Knowledge Proof technology as a means for blockchain scalability. Kicking off today, April 12, the event will span three weeks, inviting submissions from participants worldwide and proudly presenting a prize pool of $40,500.^thand closing on May 5^th'The Hunt for X' Hackathon seeks to draw in standout talent within the Web3 realm, inviting both individual contributors and teams to devise solutions that bolster the growth of this emerging sector. Esteemed judges and mentors from leading companies such as Coinbase, ConsenSys, and StarkWare will assess the submissions based on their ingenuity, viability, and future impact. The panel of judges and mentors includes:

Marouen Zelleg, Strategic Director from ConsenSys

• Gerald Lonlas, Engineering Manager at Coinbase
• Cryptoleek, Asia-Pacific Technical Expert at StarkWare
• Wei Dai, Cryptography Researcher
• Sinka Gao, Founder of Delphinus Lab
• Shumo Chu, Co-Founder of p0x Labs
• Bob Jiang, Developer Relations Lead at ScalingX
• To facilitate the hackathon, ScalingX has garnered support from 15 prestigious organizations. Sponsors including Spark Union, Numen Capital, CoCloud, Arpa, AELF, Web3.com Ventures, Starknet, M-Ventures, Beosin, ConsenSys, Infura, Reddio, Aspecta, Outlier Ventures, and Bewater will provide technical assistance and networking opportunities to participants.

In a recent statement, Chichi Hong, Co-founder of ScalingX, expressed her enthusiasm for the collaboration between the two tech entities, noting it aligns perfectly with ScalingX's mission. “We're thrilled to partner with Buidlbox for this hackathon, showcasing the power of Zero-Knowledge Proof technology and underscoring the necessity of scalable blockchain solutions,” she remarked. Additionally, she stated, “Our commitment lies in advancing the adoption of privacy-centric technologies within the blockchain domain, and we are convinced that ZKP technology can significantly contribute to this task.”

Morten Pedersen, the General Manager of Buidlbox, shared encouraging thoughts about the event, stating, “We believe this competition will attract some of the brightest minds in development and entrepreneurship, and we're eager to witness the innovative solutions they will generate.”

'The Hunt for X' Hackathon will feature a variety of challenges, each with its own prize for the victors. The first challenge focuses on projects utilizing Zero-Knowledge Proofs to enhance the Web3 ecosystem, boasting a prize pool of $36,000. The second challenge centers on Cairo 1.0 developer tools, with winners set to receive $3,000. The third challenge will involve creating educational resources about Zero-Knowledge Proofs and offers a prize of $1,500. Besides cash prizes, winners will also gain access to incubation support and prospective funding avenues.

All participants will present their projects during the Demo Day scheduled for May 10.

This event offers a fantastic chance for anyone interested globally to engage in shaping the future of Web3. Registrations are now open, and those keen can sign up through

Buidlbox serves as an all-encompassing hackathon platform aiming to equip builders with the necessary tools for skill acquisition, community growth, and prize opportunities to collectively enhance the ecosystem. This end-to-end platform ensures developers and builders have everything they need to cultivate skills, foster communities, and initiate projects that advance a vibrant Web3 environment. Buidlbox provides extensive resources and toolkits for project advancement. The platform further allows teams to host their own hackathons, offering an efficient avenue to connect with their audience and providing tools to track their outcomes. Buidlbox has a rich history, having successfully hosted hundreds of both in-person and virtual hackathons on the Gitcoin platform over the past four years, with a mission centered on transforming blockchain concepts into reality. BuildBox .

About Buidlbox

ScalingX operates as a worldwide accelerator with branches in Singapore, Hong Kong, and San Francisco, dedicated to propelling the advancement of Web3 and blockchain technologies, with a particular focus on Zero-Knowledge Proof technology. Our mission is to promote the global adoption of blockchain through strategic investments. We support early-stage ventures by assisting with talent sourcing, networking, fundraising, project incubation, public relations, branding, community development, and numerous other aspects. Our commitment is steadfast in crafting a more scalable, transparent, secure, and decentralized future.

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