## Bitcoin Meets Solidity - Hackathon by Rootstock

The Bitcoin Meets Solidity Hackathon brings together innovative developers, blockchain enthusiasts, and entrepreneurs to explore and build on the Rootstock network.

Rootstock (RSK) is the first open-source smart contract platform secured by the Bitcoin network, allowing developers to create Solidity-based decentralized applications (dApps) while leveraging Bitcoin's robust security.

This hackathon is a unique opportunity to innovate in bitcoin builders’ ecosystem and contribute to the evolving blockchain landscape.

## 💡 Why build on top of Bitcoin?
Don't look to Bitcoin just as Store of Value, you can contribute to the ecosystem growth by building on top of Bitcoin with Rootstock.
Joining a Bitcoin hackathon is not just about coding—it's about learning, networking, innovating, and making a difference in the world of decentralized finance and digital currency.

Bitcoin hackathons bring together enthusiasts, developers, entrepreneurs, and experts from diverse backgrounds. Engaging with this community can lead to valuable connections, collaborations, and friendships. You'll have the opportunity to exchange ideas, share knowledge, and learn from others in the field.

🏆 Hackathon prizes and bounties

The Bitcoin Meets Solidity Hackathon by Rootstock will have not only prizes for the top 3 teams, but as well bounties.

Main hackathon prizes:

🥇 place will receive $7.000 paid in rBTC

🥈 place will receive $4.000 paid in rBTC

🥉 place will receive $1.000 paid in rBTC

Special Prizes - Bounty tracks:

Documentation - 5x prizes of $500 paid in rBTC
Security on Rootstock - 5x prizes of $500 paid in rBTC

• All the participants on the hackathon can apply for the Rootstock Grants Program ($25.000 in Grants)