The global hackathon where your ideas become reality.
In 4 months, design and build a fully functional product on the Internet Computer Protocol. This isn’t just about creating a concept, it’s about launching a mainnet-ready MVP with real-world potential.
Why partecipate? Here's the benefits.
Unparalled Support
Gain access to technical guidance from ICP HUBS, DevRels, and DFINITY engineers.
Global Networking
Connect with Developers and Communities worldwide.
Long-Term Opportunities
Unlock grants, incubation, and investor introductions.
Showcase Your Work
Compete on a global stage and deploy real, disruptive projects.
Thematic Tracks
Pick your battleground and start building!
Switching tracks is allowed during the competition, but staying focused on one track and refine it through the competition, is your best shot at delivering a killer MVP.
AI
Use the Internet Computer Protocol (ICP) to build AI apps that are decentralized and transparent, like on-chain AI models or smart agents, ensuring security without middlemen. Shape AI’s future in a trustless, scalable way.
Bitcoin DeFi
Tap into ICP’s Bitcoin integration to create decentralized finance apps, enabling new ways to use Bitcoin, from lending to cross-chain deals, all with ICP’s speed and security. It’s for innovators redefining finance.
Fully On-Chain
Use ICP to tokenize real assets like real estate or art on the blockchain, enabling shared ownership and new digital interactions. It’s about connecting the physical and digital worlds efficiently.
RWA
Use ICP to tokenize real assets like real estate or art on the blockchain, enabling shared ownership and new digital interactions. It’s about connecting the physical and digital worlds efficiently.
Open Track
For ideas outside other tracks, use ICP to explore new protocols or use cases. This track is for visionaries shaping Web3’s future with creative, cutting-edge solutions. Build Without Limits.
The Rounds
WCHL25 unfolds in four rounds, each refining your project and advancing the best teams. Quality matters, only the strongest projects move forward. The total prize pool is $300,000, distributed across stages.
July 2025
Duration
July 1st - July 25th
Qualification Rounds
Online qualification rounds introducing ICP fundamentals.
Advancement
50% of teams
Prize
$30,000
Duration
July 1st - July 25th
August 2025
Duration
August 1st - August 24th
National Rounds
National competitions to refine Apps.
Advancement
30% of teams
Prize
$50,000
Duration
August 1st - August 24th
September 2025
Duration
September 1st - September 24th
Regional Rounds
Regional competitions in 5 Continents (North America, South America, Europe, Africa, Asia).
Advancement
30% of teams
Prize
$70,000
Duration
September 1st - September 24th
October 2025
Duration
October 1st - October 25th
Global finale
Global Finale Showcase
Advancement
Winners take all!
Prize
$150,000
Duration
October 1st - October 25th
The real value
Global Support
Office hours with ICP developers worldwide and DFINITY engineers to troubleshoot and optimize your App.
Weekly Workshops
Hands-on sessions and tailored guidance to master ICP’s tech stack and remove any blockers.
Business Mentorship
Expert guidance on pitch decks, budgeting, go-to-market strategies, growth and more.
Fast-Tracked Opportunities
Expedited grants and investor intros.
Judges & Mentors
Nelson Lumbres
Co-Founder
ICP HUB Philippines
Dom De Leon
Director
DEVCON
Javier Arroyo Ferrer
Co-Founder
ICP HUB Canada
Ajeet Khurana
Founder
Reflexical
Tiago Loureiro
Tech Lead
ICP HUB Portugal
Antoine Espieux
DevRel
ICP HUB Portugal
Venita Adorete
Co-Founder
ICP HUB Indonesia
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Global Partners
BeIncrypto
Media
Developer Camp
Community
Tokenpost
Media
Droom Droom
Media
Altcoiners Live
Media
Coinreaders
Media
Bitpinas
Media
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Workshops & Resources
July 1st 2025
02:00 PM CUT
Onboarding session
business Workshop
July 8th 2025
02:00 PM CUT
Ideation & Brainstorming for Web3 startups
business Workshop
How to participate
Step-by-Step guide
WCHL25 welcomes teams from every corner of the globe to build on ICP. If you’re a solo developer, rally your own team—bring in developers, UX/UI designers, business strategists, or other visionaries. We don’t do matchmaking, so unite your crew and build something extraordinary.
Register
Sign up via the DoraHacks link strting June, 2025
Form a team
Assemble your crew and pick a track.
Prepare
Gear up for the qualification rounds.
Submit
Follow project guidelines for each stage.
Post-Hackathon Opportunities
Grants
Fast-tracked funding applications.
Incubation
Programs to scale your project.
Alumni Network
Join a community of innovators.
Showcase
Present your MVP to investors and the world.