Mint Blockchain, initiated by NFTScan Labs, is a Layer 2 network focusing on NFTs. Mint Blockchain is dedicated to fostering innovation in NFT protocol standards and facilitating the widespread adoption of NFTs in multiple application scenarios.

To encourage more creators and developers to participate in the innovation of NFT protocol standards, Mint Blockchain has collaborated with dozens of Web3 organizations and institutions. This collaborative effort includes NFTScan, HashKey NFT, Halo Wallet, Ant Group's ZAN, Mask, Antalpha, BuidlerDAO, Alienswap, Element, Coin98, L7, eesee.io, RMRK.app and others, jointly organizing a global NIP Creative Proposal online event - NIP Proposer.

Mint Blockchain Inaugural Hackathon - NIP Proposer Season 1

NIP, which stands for NFT Improvement Proposals, serves as the bedrock of innovation within the Mint blockchain ecosystem. It charts the course for the evolution of Mint's smart contracts for NFTs, with forward-thinking NIPs spearheading this transformation.

The theme of the inaugural hackathon, Season 1, revolves around NIP proposers, aiming to unleash collective imagination and explore novel application scenarios for NFTs. This initiative lays the foundation for pushing the boundaries of NFT technology, with innovative concepts steering the future of NFT development.

Submission Guidelines

Whether you're a coder or not, everyone is welcome to participate in the NIP Proposer Season 1. Share your scheme for the future of NFTs and articulate how NFTs can be applied in on-chain/real-life scenarios today. Provide a clear description and submit it to us.

• Submit your NIP here.

• Be sure to adhere to the submission template outlined here.

*Failure to adhere to the template will be considered as invalid participation.

Timeline

• Submission Period: Jan 8th ~ Jan 31st

• Winner Announcement: Feb 7th

• Post-hackathon Event: Feb 8th

Awards

1. TOP 10 best NIPs will share the prize pool of 5000 USD.

2. TOP 3 best NIPs will receive a coveted MintID NFT.

Judging Criteria

The hackathon this time has four judging criteria, and submissions will be scored based on the following four criteria. Additionally, subjective comments will be provided, don't worry if your work is not applicable to the four criteria.

1. Practical Application: Assessing how effectively the NFT addresses and resolves real-world challenges within specific scenarios.

2. NIP for Mass Adoption: Evaluating the NFT's potential to catalyze mass adoption within the Web3 industry, attracting a substantial user base.

3. Feasibility: Scrutinizing the user experience during the project's development, emphasizing an intuitive and user-friendly interface.

4. Programmability: Examining the specific applications and anticipated outcomes of smart contracts within the realm of NFTs.

Partners & Judge

A distinguished panel of judges, comprising experts from diverse fields, offers unique perspectives on NFTs and fosters visionary NFT innovation. Hailing from prestigious organizations such as Hashkey NFT, NFTScan, Coin98, Halo Wallet, Zan, BuilderDAO Mintpad, EESEE, Element, AlienSwap, L7 DEX, 3Space Art, Dagora, OneID, and others, these authorities will meticulously assess all entries, providing invaluable feedback.

Minting the NFT Future - Join NIP Proposer

Participate in NIP Proposer Season 1 for a chance to win a share of $5000 and 3 MintID!

Stay tuned for details on Hackathon Season 2 and Hackathon Season 3. In 2024, Mint Blockchain will allocate $500,000 for hackathon developer participant rewards.

For updates, follow Mint X and visit Mint Blockchain Community.