Venue
University of Wyoming
University of Wyoming, 1000 E University Ave, Laramie, WY 82071, USA

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Event Date Thu Sep 14 EDT - Fri Sep 15 EDT (about 1 year ago)
Location University of Wyoming
1000 E University Ave, Laramie, WY 82071, USA
Region Americas
Details

“Now in its sixth year, this hackathon is a showcase for the state’s lead role in shaping digital asset legal and regulatory policies, education, technology, finance and business opportunities,” says Steve Lupien, CBDI director.
Highlights of the week include a meeting of the Wyoming Legislature’s Select Committee on Blockchain, Financial Technology and Digital Innovation Technology; an academic symposium by the UW School of Computing; the 307 Startup Challenge for blockchain businesses, sponsored by Blue Ocean; and a collegiate esports competition.
Developers and technologists will earn awards while solving blockchain-related challenges in the hackaton. High school, community college and university students have enhanced their educational and career experiences by participating in the event. Developers, designers, project managers and entrepreneurs from around the world also have entered the event in past years.
Participants in the online this event again will compete for prizes awarded by sponsors for blockchain-related projects.
The week will conclude with a free concert for attendees and sponsors, as well as the UW community, Friday, Sept. 15, at 8 p.m. in the UW Indoor Practice Facility. This year’s featured performer is rising country music star Travis Denning.
Sponsorships are available for the Wyoming Blockchain Stampede and hackaton challenges
Information about applying for the 307 Startup Challenge will be announced in July.