Groqathon: Build Fast AI
Earn $GROQ Tokens

48-hour blockchain hackaton hosted monthly in San Francisco, CA.

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$100k Prize Pool

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About Groqathon

Join 500+ builders for 48 hours of monthly lightning-fast AI innovation. Build applications that leverage Groq's revolutionary infrastructure and earn $GROQ tokens for your achievements.

💎 Why $GROQ Token is Revolutionary

The first AI infrastructure token that rewards builders and grows in value with ecosystem adoption

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Deflationary Model

Token burns with each hackathon make remaining tokens more scarce and valuable over time

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Passive Income

Stake your $GROQ tokens to earn continuous passive income and priority access to new features

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Real Utility

Pay for Groq API services with up to 30% discount, creating real demand for the token

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Growth Engine

Token value increases as more developers join and the Groq ecosystem expands globally

Early holders get maximum benefits as the ecosystem grows!

AI Inference

Build ultra-fast AI applications using Groq's Lightning Processing Units.

Edge Computing

Create distributed AI solutions that work efficiently at the edge.

Model Optimization

Develop techniques to make AI models faster and more efficient.

Rules & Guidelines

Teams of 1-5 members welcome
Must use Groq API in your solution
Open source projects encouraged
All skill levels welcome

$100k Prize Pool

The prizes will be distributed as follows:

Grand Prize

$50,000

Worth of BNB

Best Innovation

$25,000

Worth of BNB

Best Use of Groq

$25,000

Worth of BNB

🚀 Ecosystem & Utilities

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API Payments

Pay for Groq API usage with $GROQ tokens and get up to 30% discount on all services

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Staking Rewards

Stake $GROQ tokens to earn passive income and get priority access to new AI models

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Governance

Vote on platform decisions, new features, and hackathon themes with your $GROQ tokens

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VIP Access

Get early access to beta features, exclusive workshops, and private mentorship sessions

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NFT Rewards

Trade exclusive hackathon NFTs and achievement badges using $GROQ tokens

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Yield Farming

Provide liquidity to $GROQ pools and earn additional tokens through DeFi protocols

💎 Token Economics & Value Growth

Deflationary
Token burns with each hackathon
Utility-Driven
Real use cases increase demand
Community-Owned
Holders control the future
BNB Chain
BNB Chain Integration
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Groq
$GROQ Token Rewards

Plus: All verified participants receive monthly token airdrops, Groq API credits, exclusive swag, and mentorship opportunities. Token holders get increasing benefits as the ecosystem grows!

Registration Requirements

Everything you need to know before joining Groqathon. Simple requirements, maximum opportunities for innovation and rewards.

Eligibility

  • Developers, designers, and AI enthusiasts of all skill levels
  • Individual participants or teams of 2-5 members
  • Must be 18+ years old or have parental consent
  • Open to participants worldwide (remote friendly)

Technical

  • Basic programming knowledge (any language)
  • Familiarity with APIs and web development
  • GitHub account for project submission
  • BNB Chain wallet (optional but recommended for rewards)

Equipment

  • Laptop/computer with development environment
  • Stable internet connection (minimum 10 Mbps)
  • Code editor of your choice (VS Code, etc.)
  • Git installed for version control

Why Join Groqathon?

Prize Eligibility

Compete for $100k prize pool in BNB tokens

Token Rewards

All verified participants receive monthly token airdrops

Monthly Events

Join every month for continuous earning opportunities

48h
Duration
$100k
Prize Pool
Monthly
Frequency
Free
Registration
Developer Resources

Groqathon Developer Guide

Hi there, Hacker! We're excited that you're powering your application with Groq (and hope you crush the competition)! 🚀

🚀 Quick Start Guide

1

Create Groq Account

Visit console.groq.com to create your free account

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Generate API Key

Get your API key from the console dashboard

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Request Rate Limits

Fill out rate limit increase form for hackathon

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Start Building

Use our SDKs and documentation to build amazing AI apps

📚 Essential Resources

Developer Playground

Interactive

Explore models, test inference speed, and familiarize with API features

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Groq Documentation

Essential

Comprehensive API docs with examples and explanations

Explore

Chat with Groq Docs

AI Helper

AI-powered documentation assistant for technical questions

Explore

Python SDK

Python

Official Groq Python SDK - give us a ⭐ on GitHub!

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TypeScript SDK

TypeScript

Official Groq TypeScript SDK - star our repo!

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API Cookbook

Examples

Examples, guides, and tutorials - contributions welcome!

Explore

🤔 Common Developer Questions

Q: Can I fine-tune models on Groq?

A: Unfortunately, Groq API currently does not support fine-tuning.

Q: Can I keep increased rate limits after hackathon?

A: Rate limit increases are only in effect for the duration of the hackathon.

Q: Which models are available?

A: Access to Llama3-70b, Mixtral 8x7b, Gemma2, and many more cutting-edge models!

Q: How fast is Groq inference?

A: Groq delivers record-breaking inference speeds - up to 10x faster than traditional solutions!

Need Help? We've Got You Covered!

Ask questions in-person at the hackathon or visit the official Groq Community forum for tutorials, FAQs, feature requests, and developer support

Meet Our Judges

Industry leaders and visionaries evaluating your AI innovations

LEAD JUDGE
Kathryn Minshew

Kathryn Minshew

Tech Entrepreneur

Entrepreneur, investor & founder of The Muse. Author of The New Rules. Get things done.

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INDUSTRY EXPERT
Mathew Wilcox

Mathew Wilcox

Industry Expert

Seasoned technology leader with extensive experience in AI and blockchain innovation.

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Judging Criteria & Evaluation Process

30%

Innovation & Creativity

Originality of concept, creative problem-solving, and unique approach to AI challenges

25%

Technical Excellence

Code quality, architecture design, scalability, and technical implementation depth

25%

Groq Integration

Effective use of Groq API, performance optimization, and AI model integration

20%

Presentation & Demo

Clear communication, demo quality, business potential, and user experience

Evaluation Process

1
Initial Review

All submissions reviewed by technical panel for completeness and functionality

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Expert Judging

Lead judges evaluate projects based on the four main criteria above

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Final Selection

Winners announced and BNB token rewards distributed within 24 hours

All projects must include working code, demo video, and comprehensive README. Open source projects receive bonus consideration.

Submission Guidelines

Ready to build the future of AI agents? Your solution could be the next breakthrough in intelligent automation with lightning-fast inference.

📋 Submission Requirements

GitHub Repository

Complete codebase with comprehensive README

Demo Video

Maximum 3 minutes showcasing your solution

Live Deployment

Working deployment link or local setup instructions

🚀 How to Submit?

1

Executive Summary

  • Project Title: Clear, descriptive name
  • Problem Statement: What real-world problem are you solving?
  • Solution Overview: High-level description of your agent system
  • Key Results: Quantifiable outcomes and benefits
2

System Architecture

  • Agent Roles: Define each agent's specific responsibilities
  • Model Selection: Justify your choice of Groq models for each agent
  • MCP Integration: Show how agents connect to external systems
  • Communication Flow: Diagram how agents coordinate and share information
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Technical Implementation

  • Agent Code: Well-documented implementations of each agent
  • MCP Connectors: Show integration with external tools/data
  • Orchestration Logic: How agents coordinate their actions
  • Error Handling: Robust handling of edge cases and failures
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Live Demonstration

  • Complete User Journey: End-to-end workflow demonstration
  • Multi-Modal Inputs: Show text, voice, image, or data processing
  • Real-Time Performance: Highlight Groq's speed advantages
  • MCP in Action: Demonstrate external system integration
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Performance & Impact Analysis

  • Speed Benchmarks: Quantify the performance benefits of Groq
  • User Experience: How does real-time inference improve usability?
  • Business Impact: Cost savings, efficiency gains, or other measurable benefits
  • Scalability Considerations: How would this work at enterprise scale?
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Setup & Deployment

  • Environment Setup: Clear instructions for running your solution
  • Dependencies: All required packages
  • MCP Configuration: How to connect to external systems

Ready to build the future of AI agents?

Your solution could be the next breakthrough in intelligent automation. Show us what's possible when lightning-fast inference meets intelligent agent coordination.

Disclaimer: Hackathon evaluation and grading are conducted in accordance with our internal methods and criteria. All evaluation outcomes are final and not subject to appeal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Got questions? We've got answers.

$GROQ is the official token of the Groq ecosystem, designed to spread awareness and make token holders richer over time. Winners receive substantial $GROQ token rewards that increase in value as the ecosystem grows. The token is crucial for building a strong community and incentivizing innovation in AI development.

Winners receive BNB tokens directly to their BNB Chain wallets. Token holders get exclusive benefits including: discounts on Groq API usage (coming soon), priority access to new features, monthly airdrops, and increased rewards as the ecosystem grows. The more tokens you hold, the more benefits you receive!

We're launching $GROQ tokens to create a thriving ecosystem where innovation is rewarded and holders benefit from the growth. The token serves multiple purposes: rewarding exceptional developers, building community engagement, providing future API payment options with discounts, and ensuring early supporters benefit as Groq expands globally.

Every month after each hackathon ends, ALL participants receive $GROQ token airdrops as a giveaway! This ensures everyone benefits from participating, not just winners. The more hackathons you join, the more tokens you accumulate. Connect your BNB Chain wallet during registration to receive these monthly rewards.

$GROQ is the original Groq token and will soon be available for purchase on major exchanges. In the near future, you'll be able to pay for Groq API usage with $GROQ tokens and receive significant discounts. Token holders will get priority access to new API features and premium support.

Groqathon is open to developers, designers, and AI enthusiasts of all skill levels. You can participate solo or form teams of up to 5 people. Each month brings new opportunities to earn BNB tokens and build innovative AI applications.

No prior Groq experience required! We provide comprehensive documentation, tutorials, and mentors to help you get started with Groq's platform and understand how to integrate $GROQ tokens into your projects.

Projects are evaluated on innovation (30%), technical implementation (25%), use of Groq API (25%), and presentation (20%). Winners receive substantial BNB token rewards, and ALL verified participants get monthly airdrop tokens regardless of placement.

Coming soon! $GROQ token holders will be able to stake their tokens to earn passive income through our staking protocol. Stakers will get additional benefits including priority access to new AI models, higher airdrop multipliers, and exclusive governance voting power.

With each monthly hackathon, a portion of $GROQ tokens are permanently burned from circulation, making the remaining tokens more scarce and valuable. Additionally, 10% of all API payments made with $GROQ tokens are burned, creating constant deflationary pressure that benefits all holders.

Token holders can purchase exclusive hackathon NFTs, achievement badges, and commemorative collectibles using $GROQ tokens. These NFTs provide additional utility like VIP event access, special Discord roles, and even bonus token airdrops. Rare NFTs from early hackathons become increasingly valuable!

Hold $GROQ tokens to participate in community governance! Vote on hackathon themes, prize distributions, new platform features, and ecosystem partnerships. Your voting power is proportional to your token holdings. Active governance participants receive bonus rewards and recognition in the community.

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