ETHTaipei marks the first major Ethereum developer conference to land in Taipei after the pandemic, featuring a NT$1 million hackathon prize pool and four days of intensive Ethereum workshops at Nangang from April 21–25.
Top international teams—including Aztec, Gnosis Chain, and Gauntlet—will lead sessions across five days, attracting over 800 participants from Taiwan’s thriving blockchain ecosystem and beyond.
Why ETHTaipei Matters
As Ethereum’s global community expands, developer meetups have flourished in cities like Tokyo, Seoul, London, and Dubai. ETHTaipei is Taipei’s inaugural large-scale Ethereum-focused event, co-organized by nine prominent developers, such as:
- Yenwen Feng (Co-founder, Perpetual Protocol)
- Changwu Chen (Chief Scientist, imToken)
- Hsuan-Ting Chu (Founder, Furucombo)
NT$1M Hackathon: Crypto-Native & Hybrid Format
Key Features:
- Minimal KYC: Partners with Taikai for anonymous/online participation.
- 24/7 Hacker House: On-site collaboration space with snacks/drinks.
- Prize Pool Sponsors: Gnosis Chain, Blocto, Furucombo, and more.
The hackathon encourages non-engineers (e.g., DeFi strategists) to join via “Innovation Pitch” tracks, supported by partners like Autopass.
Workshops: ZK, DeFi & Security Deep Dives
Core Themes:
- ZK Technology: StarkNet, Aztec applications.
- DeFi Protocols: Derivatives, options, and Layer-2 solutions.
- Security Audits: Led by Code4Rena and Tenderly.
Bonus:
- 8 Hands-on Sessions: Hosted by Nethermind, TKSpring, and others.
Sponsors & Side Events
Gnosis Chain, imToken, and ThunderCore will host booths for developer networking. Expect after-parties and local meetups throughout the week.
Event Details:
- Dates: April 21–25, 2023
- Venue: Nangang Bottle Cap Factory
- Tickets: ethtaipei.org
FAQs
Q1: Can I participate remotely?
A1: Yes! The hackathon supports hybrid (online/offline) attendance.
Q2: Who should attend the workshops?
A2: Developers interested in ZK proofs, MEV strategies, or DeFi protocols.
Q3: Are there networking opportunities?
A3: Absolutely—sponsor booths and side events will facilitate connections.