Metis Launches $200,000 AI Web3 Hackathon, HyperHack

Metis High-Performance Chain Hyperion has launched a three-month AI-native Web3 hackathon, HyperHack, offering a total of $200,000 in prize money. The event, which runs from May 15, 2025, to August 16, 2025, is designed to encourage developers to build and test decentralized applications (dApps) using Hyperion’s advanced capabilities, including parallel execution, onchain AI, and high-throughput performance.

The hackathon is structured into four stages: the application and ideation period, the development phase, the stress testing phase, and the judging and summary period. Participants are required to submit their applications by June 2, 2025, and will have the opportunity to refine their project concepts through AMAs and workshops. The development phase will see participants building on the Hyperion testnet using parallel execution and AI SDKs, followed by a stress-testing campaign called "Corrupted Alith Takeover." Final projects will be evaluated based on innovation, code quality, performance, and engagement.

The hackathon is divided into four tracks: AI-native and Core Alignment projects, Real-time systems, Infrastructure and ecosystem tools, and a special extended track for projects targeting the extension of the Hyperion built-in AI collective, Alith. The prize distribution is as follows: $150,000 for the top projects in Tracks 1 and 2, $20,000 for Track 3 winners, and $30,000 for Alith Integration prizes.

Hyperion's technical highlights include parallelized transactions for hyper-scalability, high-performance on-chain LLMS inference, AI-optimized powerhouse capabilities, and seamless Ethereum and cross-chain integration. These features are designed to provide developers with the tools necessary to create cutting-edge dApps that can handle real-time interactions and complex AI workflows.

The hackathon represents a significant opportunity for developers to showcase their skills and innovate within the Web3 space. By offering a substantial prize pool and leveraging Hyperion's advanced capabilities, Metis aims to attract top talent and foster the development of next-generation dApps. The event is expected to drive innovation in the Web3 ecosystem, particularly in areas such as real-time gaming, DeFi, and onchain AI.