DEGA Hackathon – AI for DAO Treasury Management on Midnight

Hackathon Introduction

The DEGA Hackathon – AI for DAO Treasury Management on Midnight is a global, fully virtual competition bringing together developers, AI engineers, and blockchain innovators to reimagine how Decentralized Autonomous Organizations (DAOs) manage their treasuries.

Hosted by DEGA and Midnight, this event challenges participants to build privacy-first, AI-driven tools that solve real-world DAO treasury problems, ranging from automated asset allocation to secure and transparent workflows.

Whether you’re passionate about AI or open-source innovation, this is your chance to build impactful solutions, collaborate with industry experts, and compete for $8,000 in prizes.

To stay connected and communicate more effectively with other developers in the Hackathon, join the DEGA Discord: https://discord.gg/dega Once inside, head over to the #hackathon channel where we’ll be sharing updates, answering questions, and connecting with the community.

See you there!

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About DEGA

DEGA is building tools and infrastructure to empower creators and developers to launch scalable, privacy-first, and AI-powered decentralized solutions. With a strong focus on developer experience and community-driven innovation, DEGA simplifies blockchain development and helps accelerate the next wave of decentralized applications and services.

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Core Technology

Participants will leverage:

• Midnight.js: Privacy-focused development tools designed to enable secure and scalable Web3 apps.
• DEGA AI MCP: A tool for building intelligent financial agents and DAO treasury systems.
• DEGA AI Communication MCP: A tool that allows AI agents to communicate with each other and “hire” each other to perform tasks.
• ElizaOS: AI agent framework for building autonomous systems

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Participant Entry Requirements

• Open to global participants.
• Individuals or teams of up to 5 members.
• Developers, AI engineers, blockchain enthusiasts, and innovators of all experience levels are welcome.
• No prior knowledge of Midnight is required; documentation and workshops will guide participants.

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Sponsors & Ecosystem Partners

• DEGA – Hackathon Organizer
• Midnight – Core Technology Partner

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Key Dates

• Sept 9: Hackathon Announcement
• Sept 10: Kickoff X Space at 11:00 AM CRT + Registration Opens
• Sept 17: Workshop 1: AI Agents with Midnight.js
• Sept 18: Workshop 2: Privacy Tools for Web3 Developers
• Sept 19: Workshop 3: Smart Contracts for DAO Treasury
• Sept 22: Hackathon Officially Begins
• Sept 25: Midpoint Mentor Check-In
• Sept 29: Submission Deadline
• Oct 1: Judging Period
• Oct 3: Winners Announced

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Prize Pool & Distribution

Total Prize Pool: $8,000 in Stablecoin ($USDM from Moneta**)**

• First Place: $5,000
• Second Place: $2,000
• Third Place: $1,000

Prizes will be distributed in the $USDM stablecoin, and winners will be featured across DEGA and Midnight channels.

Important: Prize payments will be processed and distributed during the first week of November 2025. Winners will be contacted through their registered details to confirm wallet addresses and payment logistics.

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Themes

Participants are encouraged to focus on AI-powered privacy-first solutions in the following areas:

• DAO Treasury Management: Intelligent financial agents, portfolio allocation automation, and reporting.
• Compliance Automation: Tools for zero-knowledge proofs and on-chain compliance.
• Privacy-First DeFi Tools: Secure data sharing, advanced transaction privacy, and scalable integrations.

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Submission Requirements

Each submission must include:

• Project Description: Problem statement, solution, and intended impact.
• Source Code: Publicly accessible (Must be on GitHub).
• Documentation: Clear instructions on setup and functionality.
• Demo Video: 3 to 5 minute presentation of your project.

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Developer Resources

Participants will have access to:

• Midnight.js documentation
• DEGA AI MCP guides
• Workshop recordings and code samples
• Mentor-led office hours

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Judging Criteria

• Innovation & Creativity 25%
• Technical Execution & Design 30%
• Real-World Utility & Impact 30%
• Presentation & Demo 15%

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Official Communication Channels

• Discord: Join here – Main hub for announcements, mentoring, and team-building.
• X (Twitter): @Dega_org – Live updates and reminders.
• YouTube: DEGA Channel – Workshop and recap videos.

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Post-Hackathon Support

Winners and standout teams will gain:

• Promotion across DEGA and Midnight channels.
• Networking opportunities with developers.

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Why Join?

The DEGA Hackathon is designed for innovators who want to push the limits of AI and blockchain. This is more than a competition; it's a launchpad for bold ideas, global recognition, and meaningful contributions to the decentralized ecosystem.