Hackathon Rules & Guidelines
Moltiverse Hackathon Rules & Guidelines
Terms & Conditions
Last Updated: February 24, 2026
Hackathon Period: February 2, 2026 - February 18, 2026
1. ACCEPTANCE OF TERMS
By registering for, participating in, or submitting a project to the Moltiverse Hackathon (the "Hackathon"), you ("Participant," "you," or "your") agree to be bound by these Terms & Conditions (the "Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, you may not participate in the Hackathon.
These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and nad.fun (the "Organizer," "we," "us," or "our") in partnership with Monad Foundation (the "Sponsor").
2. ELIGIBILITY
2.1 Age Requirements
Participants must be at least 18 years of age as of February 2, 2026. Participants under 18 may participate only with verifiable parental or legal guardian consent.
2.2 Geographic Restrictions
The Hackathon is open to participants worldwide, except where prohibited by law. Participants from countries subject to comprehensive sanctions by the United States, European Union, or United Nations may not be eligible to receive prizes.
Restricted Jurisdictions include but are not limited to:
Countries under U.S. OFAC sanctions
Countries under EU sanctions
Any jurisdiction where participation would violate local law
2.3 Employment Restrictions
Employees, contractors, and immediate family members of nad.fun, Monad Foundation, and the judging panel are not eligible to win prizes but may participate for educational purposes.
2.4 Team Participation
Teams may consist of 1-3 members
Each team must register for the Hackathon
All team members must meet eligibility requirements
One team member must be designated as the primary contact
Prize money will be paid to the designated contact, who is responsible for distribution
2.5 Multiple Submissions
Participants may submit multiple projects
Each submission must be substantially different
Each submission must compete in only one track
Participants cannot win multiple prizes for the same project
3. HACKATHON OVERVIEW
3.1 Objective
Build autonomous agents that integrate with the Monad blockchain, optionally with token launches on nad.fun, demonstrating real autonomous decision-making capabilities.
3.2 Prize Structure
Total Prize Pool: $200,000 USD
Main Track ($140,000 total):
10 Open Winners: $10,000 USD each ($100,000 total)
Liquidity Boost Winner: $40,000 AUSD
Monad Side Track ($60,000 total):
3 Open Winners: $10,000 USD each ($30,000 total)
3 Bounty Winners: $10,000 USD each ($30,000 total)
Additional Bounties: Sponsor-funded bounties may be added and announced during the Hackathon period, each with their own terms and requirements.
3.3 Tracks
Agent + Token Track Requirements:
Autonomous agent integrated with the Monad blockchain
Token launch on nad.fun platform and written token contract address on project GitHub
Open source code on GitHub
2 minute demo video
Comprehensive documentation
Agent Track Requirements:
Autonomous agent integrated with the Monad blockchain
No token launch required
Open source code on GitHub
2 minute demo video
Comprehensive documentation
For bounties: Must meet specific bounty PRD requirements
4. SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS
4.1 Mandatory Requirements
All submissions must include:
Public GitHub Repository containing:
Complete source code
README with setup instructions
Open source license (MIT, Apache 2.0, GPL, or similar)
Clear attribution of external code/libraries used
Demo Video (2 minutes):
Publicly accessible (YouTube, Loom, Vimeo, etc.)
Clearly demonstrates agent autonomy
Shows Monad blockchain integration
For Main Track: Shows token functionality
Monad Integration:
Clear explanation of how the project leverages Monad
Contract addresses (if applicable)
Mainnet deployment
For Main Track Only:
Active token launched on nad.fun with contract address included in Github Repo
Token must be launched during Hackathon period (Feb 2-15, 2026)
Documentation:
Project description
Architecture overview
Technology stack
Setup/deployment instructions
4.2 Submission Deadline
Final Deadline: February 15, 2026, 11:59 PM ET
Submissions accepted on rolling basis starting February 2, 2026
Late submissions will not be accepted
Submission timestamp determined by form submission time
4.3 Submission Ownership
By submitting a project, you confirm that:
You own all rights to the submission or have proper authorization
The submission is your original work
The submission does not infringe on any third-party rights
You have properly attributed all external code and resources
5. JUDGING & WINNER SELECTION
5.1 Judging Process
Rolling Review: Submissions reviewed within 72 hours of submission
Winner Announcement: Winners announced periodically throughout the Hackathon period
Final Winners: Any remaining prizes announced on February 18, 2026
5.2 Judging Criteria
Agents - Open:
Agent Intelligence & Autonomy (20%)
Technical Excellence (20%)
Monad Integration (20%)
Virality (20%)
Innovation & Impact (20%)
Agent Track - Bounties:
PRD Adherence (40%)
Technical Implementation (30%)
Monad Integration (20%)
Innovation (10%)
5.3 Liquidity Boost Prize
Awarded to Main Track project with highest market capitalization on nad.fun
Measured by average market cap between February 16, 2026, 11:59 PM ET and February 18, 2026, 11:59 PM ET
Market cap = token price × circulating supply
Must meet all Main Track requirements
Can be won in addition to the $10K prize
Winner must maintain active token for liquidity to be added
Liquidity addition will be conducted within 30 days of winner announcement
The organizer may select multiple winners and split the prize among them, or otherwise adjust winner count and prize distribution, at its discretion.
5.4 Judge Decisions
All judging decisions are final and binding
Judges may disqualify submissions that violate Terms
Organizer reserves right to not award prizes if quality threshold is not met
No appeals process; decisions are at sole discretion of judges
6. PRIZES
6.1 Prize Payment
Prizes paid in USDC or equivalent stablecoin
Liquidity boost paid in AUSD (or equivalent) to token liquidity pool
Payment within 30 days of winner announcement
Payment to designated contact's provided wallet address
Recipients may be required to undergo a KYC verification process
6.2 Taxes
Winners are solely responsible for all taxes on prizes
Winners responsible for compliance with local tax laws
6.3 Prize Forfeiture
Prizes may be forfeited if:
Winner fails to provide required information (wallet address, KYC, etc.)
Winner is found ineligible or in violation of Terms
Winner's project is found to have plagiarized or violated IP rights
6.4 No Prize Substitution
Prizes cannot be transferred, assigned, or substituted
Cash value cannot be exchanged for other prizes
Organizer reserves right to substitute prizes of equal or greater value if necessary
7. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
7.1 Ownership
Participants retain full ownership of their submissions. By participating, you grant Organizer and Sponsor:
Perpetual, worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to:
Reproduce, display, and distribute your submission
Use your project name, description, and demo materials
Feature your project in marketing and promotional materials
Create derivative works for promotional purposes only
7.2 Open Source Requirement
All submissions must be open source under an OSI-approved license:
MIT License
Apache License 2.0
GNU General Public License (GPL)
BSD License
Or similar permissive license
Code must be publicly accessible on GitHub throughout and after the Hackathon.
7.3 Third-Party Rights
Participants are solely responsible for:
Obtaining necessary rights for third-party code/assets
Proper attribution of external resources
Compliance with third-party licenses
Ensuring no infringement of patents, copyrights, or trademarks
7.4 Organizer IP
The Hackathon name, logo, branding, and materials remain property of Organizer. Participants may not use Hackathon branding beyond the scope of participation without written permission.
8. CODE OF CONDUCT
8.1 Expected Behavior
Participants must:
Treat all participants, judges, and organizers with respect
Engage in constructive communication
Respect diverse perspectives and backgrounds
Comply with all Discord and community guidelines
Provide honest and accurate information
8.2 Prohibited Behavior
The following are strictly prohibited:
Harassment, discrimination, or hate speech
Cheating, plagiarism, or misrepresentation
Submitting malicious code or security vulnerabilities
Market manipulation or wash trading (for tokens)
Spamming, brigading, or disruptive behavior
Violations of applicable laws or regulations
8.3 Enforcement
Violations may result in:
Warning from organizers
Removal from Discord/community
Disqualification from Hackathon
Forfeiture of prizes
Referral to appropriate authorities for illegal conduct
9. TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS
9.1 Autonomous Agent Requirements
Projects must demonstrate genuine autonomous decision-making:
Not merely scripted if/then logic
Capability to make decisions without constant human intervention
Clear demonstration of agent reasoning/learning
Evidence of autonomous operation in demo video
9.2 Monad Integration Requirements
All projects must:
Provide contract addresses or transaction hashes
Use Monad mainnet
Clearly document blockchain integration purpose
Demonstrate why Monad's capabilities are utilized
9.3 Token Requirements (Main Track Only)
Tokens must:
Be launched on nad.fun platform during Hackathon period
Remain active and tradable through February 18, 2026
Comply with nad.fun platform terms and policies
9.4 Demo Video Requirements
Demo videos must:
Be no more than 2 minutes in length
Be publicly accessible via YouTube, Loom, Vimeo, or similar
Show agent in actual operation (not mockups or slides)
Demonstrate autonomous decision-making
Show Monad blockchain interactions
For Main Track: Show token functionality and integration
10. DISQUALIFICATION
10.1 Grounds for Disqualification
Submissions may be disqualified for:
Violating any of these Terms
Submitting after deadline
Missing required components
Plagiarism or copyright infringement
Submitting malicious or harmful code
Market manipulation of tokens
Providing false or misleading information
Violating Code of Conduct
Failing to meet eligibility requirements
10.2 Security & Malicious Code
Projects containing malicious code will be immediately disqualified:
Malware, viruses, or trojans
Exploits targeting users or infrastructure
Backdoors or unauthorized access mechanisms
Code designed to harm or deceive users
Participants responsible for malicious submissions may be banned from future events and reported to authorities.
10.3 Plagiarism
Copying substantial portions of code without attribution
Submitting another person's work as your own
Forking projects without significant original contributions
Failure to properly credit external libraries/resources
10.4 Token Market Manipulation (Main Track)
The following are prohibited and grounds for disqualification:
Wash trading or fake volume
Coordinated pump and dump schemes
Bot manipulation of token price
Misrepresenting token supply or liquidity
False claims about token utility or partnerships
11. LIABILITY & DISCLAIMERS
11.1 Organizer Liability
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW:
Organizer and Sponsor are not liable for:
Technical difficulties, server outages, or network issues
Lost, late, incomplete, or corrupted submissions
Unauthorized access to submissions
Errors in prize distribution or judging
Token value fluctuations or losses
Smart contract bugs or exploits
Participant disputes or conflicts
Any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
11.2 Participant Representations
By participating, you represent and warrant that:
All information provided is accurate and complete
Your submission complies with all applicable laws
You have all necessary rights and permissions
Your project does not infringe third-party rights
You accept all risks associated with blockchain/crypto
11.3 Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Organizer, Sponsor, judges, and affiliates from:
Any claims arising from your participation
Any claims arising from your submission
Violations of these Terms
Infringement of third-party rights
Any harm caused by your project or token
12. PRIVACY & DATA
12.1 Information Collection
We collect:
Registration information (name, email, country)
Submission materials (code, videos, documentation)
Contact information (Discord, Twitter, GitHub)
Communication history
Wallet addresses for prize distribution
12.2 Use of Information
Information is used to:
Administer the Hackathon
Communicate with participants
Evaluate submissions
Distribute prizes
Promote winners and projects
Improve future events
12.3 Public Information
The following may be made public:
Project names and descriptions
Demo videos and documentation
Winner announcements
12.4 Third-Party Sharing
Information may be shared with:
Monad Foundation (Sponsor)
Judging panel
Bounty sponsors (for bounty submissions)
Service providers (payment processors, KYC providers)
As required by law
13. MISCELLANEOUS
13.1 Entire Agreement
These Terms constitute the entire agreement between participants and Organizer regarding the Hackathon and supersede all prior agreements or understandings.
13.2 Severability
If any provision is found unenforceable, remaining provisions remain in full force and effect.
13.3 Waiver
Failure to enforce any provision does not constitute a waiver of that provision or any other provision.
13.4 Assignment
Participants may not assign or transfer their rights or obligations under these Terms. Organizer may assign these Terms without restriction.
13.5 Publicity
Winners agree to participate in reasonable publicity efforts including:
Winner announcements and press releases
Social media features and blog posts
Case studies and project showcases
Event recaps and promotional materials
Winners may decline excessive or unreasonable publicity requests.
13.6 No Partnership
Nothing in these Terms creates a partnership, joint venture, employment, or agency relationship between participants and Organizer.
13.7 Headings
Section headings are for convenience only and do not affect interpretation.
13.8 Language
These Terms are provided in English. Any translations are for convenience only; the English version controls.
14. ACKNOWLEDGMENT & ACCEPTANCE
By registering for the Hackathon, you acknowledge that:
✓ You have read and understood these Terms in full ✓ You agree to be bound by these Terms ✓ You meet all eligibility requirements ✓ You will comply with all rules and requirements ✓ You accept all risks associated with participation ✓ You understand judging decisions are final ✓ You understand prizes are subject to tax obligations ✓ You grant licenses as described in Section 7
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