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BREAKOUT TRACK
This is a special Solana Breakout Hackathon track hosted exclusively on Superteam Earn.
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🚀 Side Track is now open. Dedicated to Irish builders during the Breakpoint Hackathon period! If you're a team or solo builder applying for the Breakout Hackathon, don’t miss your chance to apply for this special side track.
Partner Info – Techstars Web3
Techstars Web3 is the premier global accelerator dedicated entirely to blockchain and Web3 startups. Leveraging the broader Techstars network, which spans over 3,000 mentors, over 10,000 founder alumni connections, and 50+ accelerator programs worldwide, Techstars Web3 offers founders:
Intensive 3-Month Programs: Hands-on mentorship from top industry experts, tailored curriculum, and access to an unrivaled network of corporate partners, investors, and alumni.
Funding & Follow-On Support: Initial investment of up to $220,000 upon acceptance, fundraising opportunities, workshops, and curated resources, not to mention countless moments where founders learn from their peers.
Global Community: Entry into a vibrant network of over 10,000 alumni founders, 3,000 mentors, and connectivity with investors focused on decentralized technologies.
Demo Day & Investor Access: Pitch on-stage to a packed house of investors, corporate innovators, and Techstars alumni, followed by curated founder-investor speed-dating
With a track record of scaling Web3 ventures across North America, Europe, and Asia, Techstars Web3 is uniquely positioned to connect Ireland’s emerging blockchain talent to global markets, capital, and expertise. Their specialised focus on decentralized finance,, infrastructure, and AI-powered protocols makes them an ideal partner to accelerate the Solana ecosystem in Ireland, helping local builders turn raw ideas into investable, high-impact companies.
🛠️ Hackathon Theme: Build What Matters – Innovation from Ireland, for the World
Presented by Superteam Ireland x Techstars Web3 for the Colosseum BreakOut.
There will be multiple tracks running as part of this sidetrack:
Combine the intelligence of AI with the transparency and efficiency of Web3 to build dynamic tools, automated services, and intelligent user experiences.
AI-powered co-pilot for developers writing Solana smart contracts.
GPT-based DAO proposal assistant that summarizes and recommends votes.
Real-time NFT collection optimizer using AI for pricing and trait predictions.
Personalized Solana learning dApp using AI to recommend tutorials and bounties.
On-chain fraud detection layer for DeFi platforms powered by machine learning.
AI-automated governance reporting for DAOs and grant programs.
Use Solana’s high-speed, low-cost architecture to reimagine how money moves—faster, simpler, and globally accessible.
Multi-token e-commerce plugin for local Irish businesses.
Real-time payroll and expense distribution tool for DAOs and startups.
Cross-border crypto remittance service tailored for freelancers.
NFT-based vouchers and gift cards with on-chain redemption.
Recurring payments tool for Web3 creators or subscription services.
Tokenized tipping system for live streams or service workers.
Empower developers and players to build games and economies where the value they create is transparent, tradable, and player-owned.
On-chain PvP battle arena with NFT-based leaderboards and skill rewards.
Community-driven NFT avatar game with interoperable items.
Staking-enabled in-game economy where users vote on content updates.
Solana SDK plugin for Unity or Godot to simplify onboarding game devs.
On-chain match records and player achievements linked to social profiles.
Creator tools to build and monetise no-code mini-games with NFT skins.
Show how Web3 can solve tangible challenges in Ireland’s real economy from agriculture and tourism to logistics, retail, and energy.
This track invites builders to create tools that increase efficiency, transparency, and inclusion in sectors where Ireland is already globally competitive.
AgriTech & Food:
On-chain provenance tracking for Irish food exports (dairy, beef, seafood).
NFT whiskey registry for craft producers with limited edition drops.
Farm co-ops as DAOs to coordinate resources, voting, and shared revenue.
Tourism & Events:
NFT ticketing for Irish festivals with tradable perks or digital souvenirs.
Tourist engagement app with token rewards for site visits, local purchases, and sustainability efforts.
Web3 loyalty card for Irish pubs, hotels, and cultural spots.
Retail & Local Commerce:
Shared NFT-based loyalty system for indie retailers and cafés.
Local vendor escrow and reputation system for peer-to-peer marketplaces.
Product lifecycle tracking and returns powered by smart contracts.
Energy & Sustainability:
Tokenized incentives for smart meter usage or EV charging.
Community-owned renewable energy DAO where citizens vote on funding and revenue sharing.
Real-time carbon tracking and offset trading platform.
Logistics & Supply Chain:
Transparent shipment tracking using Solana for local exporters.
Real-time QR-linked product information, warranties, and origin data.
DAO for coordinating cold-chain logistics among SMEs.
Work & Skills:
Blockchain-based CVs and certifications from Irish education and training bodies.
Local gig board with micro-tasks, bounties, and stablecoin payments.
Proof-of-skills and reputation layers for youth or career changers.
🥇 First Prize: 3,500$
🥈 Second Prize: 2,500$
🥉 Third Prize: 2,000$
🏆 Fourth Prize: 1,000$
🏆 Fifth prize: 1,000$
You must register and submit for the hackathon on the Colosseum platform and mark “Ireland” as your country.
Your project must be eligible as per the official rules of the global hackathon.
Participate on Dublin Demo Day.
Projects will be evaluated based on the following:
Usability – Is the product intuitive and valuable for the local community?
Blockchain relevance – Does Solana play a central role in solving the problem?
Adoption– Is it easy to imagine people actually using this product?
Wow factor – Is the idea new, engaging, and relevant?
Hackathon teams can use Buildstation @Dogptach Labs for coworking and mentoring
Daily mini-workshops and one final Demo Day on May 17th.
Participants need to submit to both, Breakout and the Superteam Ireland sidetrack.
Top teams will receive:
$10.000 USDC prize pool (sponsored by Solana)
1st Prize: 3,500 USDC
2nd Prize 2,500 USDC
3rd Prize 2,000 USDC
4th Prize 1,000 USDC
5th Prize 1,000 USDC
1-on-1 mentorship and pitch opportunity with Superteam and Solana teams
This track is designed to engage builders who are not yet in Web3 but have the skills and drive to create real-world blockchain solutions.
With Techstars Web3 established presence in the startup and education space, we can attract founders and developers who want to build meaningful, scalable Web3 products, not just short-term hackathon projects.
By leveraging Solana’s speed, low fees, and scalability, we can bring practical, impactful blockchain solutions to industries that need them the most.
SKILLS NEEDED
Frontend
Blockchain
Backend
Mobile
Growth
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