Recycling Project Waste2Earn Wins IThink Hackathon | BitPinas

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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