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Kadena has gone EVM! Come and build with the only scalable Proof of Work layer 1, powered by Chainweb, our unique multi-chain architecture. By running multiple parallel chains, Kadena scales horizontally without sacrificing security or decentralization. Our new EVM-compatible chains let developers seamlessly deploy Ethereum projects while taking advantage of Kadena’s scalability and low fees. Deploy today on our EVM testnet and start building the future on Kadena.

Prizes

🔀 Best Multichain Build on Chainweb ⸺ $2,500
Build a dApp or developer tool that harnesses Kadena’s multiple parallel chains. This could be a novel multichain dApp, a middleware that connects separate chains, or simple tooling to simplify multichain development. Show us how your project leverages the power of Kadena’s multi-chain model specifically.

Qualification Requirements

- Strong demonstration of Chainweb’s multichain capabilities - Clear documentation and ease of developer or user adoption - Effective handling of cross-chain logic or data sharing (on-chain or off-chain) - Verify contracts deployed on chain (our plugins do this for you automatically)

🚀 Most Innovative dApp or Integration on Kadena ⸺ $1,250
Deploy a unique dApp or work on an integration that connects Kadena to external ecosystems. Whether you’re porting an existing Ethereum dApp (DeFi, NFT, gaming, DAO), building a brand new product from scratch, or integrating Kadena with wallets, liquidity layers, or middleware. Your product should show how Kadena can drive retail user adoption.

Qualification Requirements

- Successful deployment or integration with Kadena - Clear demonstration of potential adoption metrics (transactions, TVL, or user activity) - Creative use of Kadena’s scaling and fee advantages - Smooth developer and user experience (contracts, wallet integration, UI, documentation) - Verify contracts deployed on chain (our plugins do this for you automatically)

🌐 Best Institutional / Real-World Asset Use Case ⸺ $1,250
Design a project that shows how Kadena can power institutional or TradFi applications. This could include real-world assets (RWAs), tokenized securities, enterprise finance solutions, compliance-focused tooling, or infrastructure that bridges traditional finance with blockchain. The goal is to highlight Kadena’s potential in real-world, large-scale, and regulated environments.

Qualification Requirements

- Strong demonstration of institutional or RWA-focused application - Clear real-world value proposition and market fit - Technical soundness, scalability, and compliance considerations - Potential to attract enterprise or institutional adoption of Kadena - Verify contracts deployed on chain (our plugins do this for you automatically)

Resources

Scaffold Repo (Easy deployment and front end)
https://github.com/0xTrip/scaffold-kadena
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EVM Documentation
https://docs.kadena.io/guides/nodes/howto-evm
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Faucet (EVM)
https://tools.kadena.io/faucet/evm
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Envio Indexer Example [ERC20 Token]
https://github.com/enviodev/kadena-erc20-token-indexer
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Foundry Chainweb
https://github.com/kadena-io/foundry-chainweb
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Workshop