About

1inch is a network of decentralized protocols that focus on unifying DeFi liquidity. Most known for our DEX aggregator launched in 2019, we have continued to improve and ship protocols and maintain our position as one of the premiere players in the token swapping space.

Our most recent release, Aqua, reimagines how DEXes are designed and is a perfect candidate for creative hackathon teams.

Prizes

💧 Build an Aqua App ⸺ $5,000
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1st place
$2,500
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2nd place
$1,500
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3rd place
$1,000

Create a custom Aqua app based that implements a sophisticated DeFi position. If you use SwapVM, you may modify SwapVM opcodes and define your own instructions. The final positions must be demonstrated through tests, scripts or UI.

Projects that utilize SwapVM will be scored higher during the final judging.

Examples:

Leverage AMM Lending Options

Qualification Requirements

  • Onchain execution of token transfers should be presented during the final demo (local forks are ok)
  • Proper Git commit history (no single-commit entries on the final day)

Workshop

🛠️ Reimagining the AMM with 1inch Aqua

With 1inch Aqua, we have challenged many of the fundamental drawbacks of modern AMM design. As a leader in unifying...

This workshop is happening in-person

05:30 PM EDT — Friday, Jun 12, 2026 in Floor 3 | Workshop Room 1