Arbitrum CollabTech Hackathon: Impact Report
Arbitrum CollabTech Hackathon: Impact Report
The Arbitrum CollabTech Hackathon, powered by RnDAO, took place online over the month of October. With over a hundred talented builders around the globe, 15 finalists, and ultimately 3 winners, this event highlighted solutions and talent across various domains of Collaboration Technology, all developed on Arbitrum.
Let’s take a closer look at how this hackathon came together, the hard work that made it possible, and what’s next for these projects.
Hackathon Highlights
- 164 applications received
- 143 participants accepted
- 20 projects created
- 15 eligible final submissions
- 10 mentoring sessions with industry experts
- Daily office hours hosted by RnDAO
- 4 specialized workshops for enhancing technical skills, project pitching, and overall project development.
From developers and designers to product managers and founders, participants had access to a rich support system to help bring their ideas to life. The dedicated mentoring and daily office hours created an environment where participants could quickly get answers, share feedback, and refine their work for maximum impact.
Thank you to the mentors, partners, and Arbitrum DAO who participated over the past months to help make the first iteration of this event a success.
A special shoutout goes to:
Arbitrum Foundation, Offchain Labs, Ana Belén and all the amazing mentors: Nader Dabit, Kevin Owocki, David Phelps, Dennison Bertram, Dr Nick, Disruption Joe, Evin McMullen, Jordan Imran, Max Lomu, and Reka Medvecz.
A heartfelt thank you to our partners for their support and collaboration:
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Objective & Goals
This month-long, online hackathon was designed to advance the development of a Collaboration Tech cluster in Arbitrum, attract developers and entrepreneurs, and educate them on the benefits of building on Arbitrum.
Most L2s compete in DeFi and Gaming, leading to an arms race to give more and more grants and incentives, frequent migration of projects, and poor differentiation. Meanwhile, CollaborationTech is a high-value area and ready for a deep transformation by migrating organizations on-chain and automating decisions, inventory management, access, etc, and protocolising CRMs, ERPs, and other foundational tools.
The Arbitrum CollabTech Hackathon set out to drive:
- Community growth: Attract talented developers to build on Arbitrum One, Nova, and Orbit chains.
- Growth in projects using Arbitrum infrastructure: promote innovative, high-transaction volume projects to be built on Arbitrum.
Market differentiation: Arbitrum can achieve high ROI in a less competed vertical, bring in talented interested in coordination (high potential of contributing to the DAO), and make way in a high-potential market expected to reach $1+ trillion by 2030.
KPI’s & Milestones
Planning (July-September):
- Plan hackathon structure, rules, and prizes.
- Recruit judges and mentors.
- Develop marketing and outreach strategy.
- Compile Arbitrum tech support documentation and coordinate with Offchain labs.
- Execute marketing campaigns (social media, partnerships, online events, etc.).
- Lead recruitment for participants
- Discord setup for hackathon execution
Hackathon Execution (October):
- Provide mentorship and office hours support to participants
- Evaluate submissions based on criteria.
- Announce winners and distribute prizes.
Winners
1st Place: Signals Protocol
On-chain collaboration tool on Arbitrum, integrating with ERC20/ERC721 tokens to incentivize and amplify contributions. By rewarding long-term engagement, Signals Protocol offers a flexible approach to on-chain governance that strengthens collaboration.
2nd Place: Separated Powers
Decentralized governance protocol on Arbitrum, introducing distinct roles and responsibilities within DAOs. By enabling collaborative checks and balances among participants, Separated Powers decentralizes authority and strengthens governance security on-chain.
3rd Place: CONTRIBO
Transparent, reputation-based platform that connects funders and organizations with skilled contributors. CONTRIBO’s on-chain interactions ensure secure, verifiable collaborations for impactful projects.
Tracks & Finalists Submissions:
Below are the key categories of focus for the 20 projects submitted:
Collaboration & Governance Tools: Enhancing decentralized decision-making and improving DAO management structures.
DeSci & Knowledge Sharing: Elevating scientific and technical impact through decentralized publishing and knowledge-sharing platforms.
Developer Networking & Collaboration: Networking tools specifically designed for developers and builders in Web3.
Community & Content Creation Platforms: Building trust, credibility, and meaningful engagement between creators and audiences.
Talent & Marketplace Solutions: Connecting skilled talent with organizations, emphasizing reputation transparency.
Resource Sharing & Knowledge Management: Platforms for resource sharing, knowledge management, and governance tools in community settings.
- WriteWise
Prize-awarding DeSci platform that boosts the visibility and impact of scientific publications by allowing communities to nominate and reward outstanding research. Built for a collaborative research ecosystem, WriteWise also plans to bring IP ownership back to contributors through on-chain recognition. - Nightly
Developer matchmaking DApp that connects compatible talent for hackathons and projects, fostering collaboration through user-driven profiles that showcase skills and interests. - RootFounders
Platform for matching cofounders, where users share project ideas and receive valuable market feedback and funding directly on-chain, making it easier to validate ideas and build collaborative ventures. - Alpha Market
Web3 creator marketplace on Arbitrum where brands and communities engage with influencers through key-gated groups and on-chain endorsements, building trust within creator ecosystems. - Kuma
Multisig ERC-4337 smart wallet controlled by Passkeys, offering secure, collaborative asset management for teams and DAOs on Arbitrum. - Station
Task compensation platform on Arbitrum that automates payouts in USDC for completed tasks, streamlining teamwork and providing on-chain proof of work and payment. - DECIDE - LTIPP Retrospective
AI-powered tool on Arbitrum that generates detailed reports for evaluating grant impact, saving time while providing insights into program outcomes and collaboration. - Herdle
Modular, open-source communication stack for virtual collaboration, easily self-hosted or customized with plugins to support diverse use cases in collaborative environments. - EXPboost
On-chain gamified learning platform that boosts course completion by rewarding users with NFTs, tokens, and other perks, driving engagement and collaborative learning. - WeLivedIt.AI
Community-driven AI moderation tool that lets communities customize AI for their own governance needs, with moderation models stored on-chain for shared improvements across networks. - Marcraft
Marketplace for hiring Web3 content creators and community managers, backed by blockchain-secured smart contracts. Offers data-driven profiles and transparent metrics for hiring decisions. - DaoVerse
Governance system on Arbitrum for renting and selling room tokens that enable DAO proposals. DaoVerse includes "Eva", an AI tool that provides on-chain answers to DAO members, supporting transparent and secure collaboration.
Mentors Who Guided the Way
The hackathon was enriched by experienced mentors, including:
Each mentor provided builders with critical guidance, leading a 1-hour session focused on their topic of expertise, whether it be scaling strategies, user acquisition, or Arbitrum governance challenges.
Judging Process: Community and Expert-Led
The hackathon’s judging process is designed to be transparent and community-driven, using JokeRace as the platform. Here’s how it works:
- Three expert judges vote on their favorite projects based on innovation, impact, and execution.
- The community acts as the fourth judge in a separate voting process, where everyone can join the contest on Jokerace to cast their vote.
Impact: Shaping the Future of Collaboration Technology
Feedback from participants highlighted several key areas where builders are making strides:
- Enhanced Governance: Tools that facilitate more secure and efficient DAO management.
- Knowledge Empowerment: Platforms that democratize access to scientific and technical knowledge.
- Developer Synergy: Innovative solutions that foster better networking and collaboration among developers.
- Community Engagement: Systems that build stronger, trust-based relationships between creators and their audiences.
- Talent Connectivity: Marketplaces that transparently connect skilled professionals with organizations.
- Efficient Resource Management: Tools that streamline task management and compensation in decentralized settings.
These consolidated categories reflect the community's commitment to advancing collaboration technology, addressing real-world challenges, and leveraging the power of decentralization.
Testimonials
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