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[REDACTED] Digest - Issue #1

Welcome to the inaugural issue of the [REDACTED] Digest!
This weekly newsletter is your go-to source for all the latest updates, events, and resources as we advance through the [REDACTED] 2024 Hackathon. Whether you’re an experienced developer or just getting started, we’re here to keep you informed and inspired.

Events This Week:

1. September 4: AMA on X - Proximity and Chain Abstraction

  • Time: 3 PM UTC

  • Where: Watch on X @NEARProtocol and YouTube 

  • What to Expect:

    • Join MJ: Head of Product of Proximity Labs, a research and development firm focused on the NEAR ecosystem, Res: BD Lead at Proximity Labs alongside Joe from DevHub, for a whiteboard session on project ideas.

    • Explore the possibilities within Proximity and Chain Abstraction to kickstart your hackathon journey.

2. September 5: Hackathon Opening Ceremony - Virtual

  • Time: 4 PM UTC

  • Where: Livestream on Youtube and X @NEARProtocol

  • What to Expect:

    • Meet your hosts and dive into the details of the hackathon.

    • Special guests from NEAR DevHub will discuss the structure, bounties, rules, and judging criteria.

    • Get tips and tricks on making the most of your hackathon experience.

New Resources on the Registration Page:

We’ve added valuable resources to help you get started and stay on track. Visit the hackathon registration page to access the following:

Coming Soon:

  • Project Ideas: A curated list of potential project ideas, categorized by theme, to deepen context and spark your creativity.

  • Bounty Overview: Detailed descriptions of all available bounties, including new sponsored additions related to AI x Web3.

Tips & Tricks:

  • Utilize Office Hours: Take advantage of the mentorship opportunities available during DevHub’s weekly live event streaming live at 4pm UTC, every Thursday. Add to your Google and iCal calendar.

    • Make sure to watch the NEAR AI Office Hours videos for fascinating content on the opportunities and challenges in the convergence of AI and Web3.

  • Stay Engaged: Follow us on X and join the Telegram group to connect with other participants and get real-time updates.

That’s all for this week’s [REDACTED] Digest!
Stay focused, keep building, and we’ll see you at the opening ceremony. If you have any questions or need support, don’t hesitate to reach out on Telegram or during the upcoming AMAs.

Happy hacking!
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P.S. Don’t forget to bookmark the hackathon registration page for all the latest updates and resources!