Applications are invited for Experiment Week 2025. Check the eligibility below and register asap!
About Experiment Week 2025
Experiment Week, hosted by the Cartesi Foundation in collaboration with EigenLayer, marks the third edition of Cartesi’s innovation-driven initiative. This week-long hackathon is designed to push the boundaries of blockchain technology by fostering hands-on experimentation and real-world application development. EigenLayer’s pioneering restaking technology enhances Ethereum’s security and scalability, while Cartesi’s Coprocessor— the only virtual machine capable of running Linux on-chain—brings unprecedented flexibility to blockchain development. By combining these technologies, developers can unlock new possibilities, from sophisticated DeFi applications to verifiable AI inferences, leveraging Ethereum’s trust network with full compatibility with mainstream software tools. With core protocol developers and community members actively participating, Experiment Week provides a unique opportunity to test, build, and explore innovations that drive the future of Web3.
The Challenge
Participants are tasked with creating innovative PoCs and dApps that leverage the combined features of Cartesi and EigenLayer or tools and frameworks that enhance the developer experience and unlock new possibilities with the Coprocessor. These projects should:
1. Address meaningful use cases in Web3:
- Solutions that tackle current problems like scalability, and interoperability.
- Showcase how the Coprocessor infrastructure, securely offloading complex computations to the Cartesi Machine, brings innovation to the web3 space.
2. Explore untapped horizons within decentralized technology.
- New use cases that are enabled by the combination of Cartesi and EigenLayer: AI Integration, Games, Data-Driven Applications, DeFi Innovations.
- Create new frameworks, and tools that allow users and developers to do more and have a better experience.
3. Have clear delivery of the solution:
- Bonus points for projects deployed on testnet.
- Demonstrate end-to-end interaction between all components of your solution.
- Provide clear documentation and instructions for testing and replicating your solution.
Prizes
- 1st Prize: $6000 (in CTSI and EIGEN)
- 2nd Prize: $4000 (in CTSI and EIGEN)
- 3rd Prize: $2000 (in CTSI and EIGEN)
Documentation
Here is a full comprehensive guide to leveraging the Cartesi Coprocessor using EigenLayer.
Rules
Follow the Code of Conduct.
Event Schedule
| Date | Time | Event |
|---|---|---|
| 03 February 2025 | 05:30 PM | Registrations Begin |
| 10 February 2025 | 10:30 PM | Hackathon Starts |
| 15 February 2025 | 10:30 PM | Registrations End |
| 16 February 2025 | 10:30 PM | Hackathon Ends |
| 19 February 2025 | 10:30 PM | Results Announced |
Click here to view the official notification for Experiment Week 2025
FAQs
Who can participate in the hackathon?
Experiment Week is open to the broader Web3 developer community, including individuals and teams passionate about building. Developers with a specific interest in working with Coprocessors are especially encouraged to participate. Core technical team members from Cartesi and EigenLayer will also be actively involved, providing guidance, insights, and collaboration opportunities.
What kind of projects can I build?
Any concept justifying the use of Cartesi’s co-processor on EigenLayer.
Applications: DeFi, AI & IoT integrations, Gaming, Social Networks, and NFTs.
Better tooling: convenience frameworks, auxiliary tools, arbitration, etc.
How do I interact with other builders, get mentorship or ask for help?
Two dedicated channels will be created on the Cartesi Discord server for technical support, team formation, collaboration, and announcements. You can join the Cartesi Discord here.
How can I promote my project?
You can use your social media and the dedicated Discord channels to share progress updates about your project, engage with the supportive Cartesi and EigenLayer communities for feedback. Tag @cartesiproject and @eigenlayer on X for visibility.
What is the maximum Team size?
1 – 5 team members
