In the heart of one of Europe’s most iconic cities, a groundbreaking blockchain event is set to take center stage—Hacking Paris, Chiliz’s flagship hackathon designed to fuse innovation, sports, and decentralized technology.
Scheduled for July 11–13, 2025, at the legendary Parc des Princes stadium, Hacking Paris invites developers, creators, and blockchain enthusiasts from around the world to build the next generation of fan engagement tools using the Chiliz Chain. With a $150,000 prize pool and access to global sports brands, the event promises not just a hackathon—but a full-scale celebration of what’s possible when Web3 meets the passion of sport.
Introducing Hacking Paris – A Hub for Innovation
Chiliz has organized Hacking Paris, a blockchain hackathon that will take place at the iconic Parc des Princes stadium in Paris, France from July 11-13, 2025. The event intends to host developers, innovators, and sports enthusiasts globally for brainstorming innovative solutions in sports tech.
Mission and Goals of the Event
Hacking Paris has the main objective of granting developers the tools they need to transform sports fandom interactions into blockchain-enabled experiences. Participants will harness the power of the Chiliz Chain to build advanced dApps (decentralized applications) that foster participation, sovereignty, and devotion in the sporting domain.
There’s a huge prize of $150,000 allocated for the hackathon with awards in several categories, including but not limited to, Fan Token Utility, Digital Merchandise, and Stadium Experience Enhancement. This initiative highlights the commitment of Chiliz towards innovation that connects, enables and motivates the fan community around the world.
Significance for the Ecosystem of Chiliz
Hacking Paris is one of the biggest milestones for the ecosystem of Chiliz, as it coincides with the mission of the company to improve participation culture towards fans in sports. With this hackathon, the intention of Chiliz is to integrate Web3 technologies with sports franchises around the world with the aim of nurturing international sport level development of practical applications that enhance the football club experience.
This event not only showcases the capabilities of the Chiliz Chain but also fosters a community of developers and innovators dedicated to advancing the integration of blockchain technology in the sports and entertainment industries.
Who Can Join Hacking Paris?
The Hacking Paris event is open to developers, blockchain enthusiasts, sports lovers and technology enthusiasts all over the world. The event is designed to empower participants to revolutionize sports fan engagement through blockchain innovation.
Both seasoned builders and newcomers can make meaningful contributions. Experienced developers can leverage their skills to create cutting-edge decentralized applications (dApps), while newcomers can bring fresh perspectives and innovative ideas to the table. The hackathon offers workshops and mentorship opportunities, ensuring all participants have the resources needed to succeed.
The collaborative environment of Hacking Paris fosters innovation and teamwork. Participants have the chance to learn from industry leaders, network with peers, and work together to build solutions that enhance interactivity, ownership, and loyalty in the world of sports. This synergy not only enhances the hackathon experience but also contributes to the broader blockchain community.
What to Expect – Challenges and Opportunities at Hacking Paris
Hacking Paris offers a unique chance to reshape fan engagement in sports through blockchain innovation. Here’s what participants can look forward to:
Key Themes and Tracks in the Hackathon
Participants will compete across five focused tracks, each tackling real-world challenges in the sports and blockchain space:
- Fan Token Utility – $50,000
Build tools or experiences that expand the utility of fan tokens and deepen fan engagement. - Digital Merchandise & NFTs – $22,000
Create NFT-based digital assets and collectibles to drive fandom and value. - Stadium Experience Enhancement – $22,000
Improve in-stadium experiences using Web3 or IoT, from gamification to exclusive access. - Decentralized Governance & Voting – $22,000
Develop systems that give fans a voice in club decisions through on-chain governance. - Fan Monetization & Content Creation – $24,000
Empower fans to create, monetize, and distribute their own sports content.
Rewards, Mentorship, and Networking Opportunities
- $150,000 Total Prize Pool across all tracks
- Special Awards:
- Fan Favorite Award – $5,000
- Innovation Award – $5,000
- Fan Favorite Award – $5,000
- Mentorship: Guidance from Web3 experts, Chiliz leaders, and blockchain veterans.
- Workshops: Learn from interactive sessions on blockchain development, fan engagement, and dApp creation.
- Networking: Connect with founders, investors, and professionals from top sports and tech brands.
Opportunities within the Chiliz Ecosystem
Winners and standout projects will gain access to:
- Chiliz Labs Support: Continued development support and milestone-based incentives.
- Ecosystem Exposure: Feature in upcoming Chiliz campaigns, gaining visibility across the Web3 and sports communities.
- Promotion & Partnerships: Projects will be promoted across Chiliz’s official channels, and may unlock long-term collaborations within the Socios.com platform.
Why Hacking Paris Matters for Chiliz Chain
Hacking Paris is without a doubt critical in fostering new ways of Web3 thinking for sports and entertainment on the Chiliz Chain by integrating developers through the hackathon.
The hackathon sparks new ideas, from reward systems for fans to NFT ticketing and loyalty programs, which demonstrates the value blockchain brings. These developments enable fan interaction on a whole new level, and at the same time, bring Chiliz Chain closer to being widely accepted.
Such events further establish the Chiliz Chain as the dominant blockchain in the world as more clubs and organisations seek the use of decentralised systems.
How to Get Involved
To take part in Hacking Paris, register on the official web page of the hackathon. Registration is free and open till 1st of July 2025. If you cannot attend physically, feel free to follow the action and be part of the community on Discord or X. Developers willing to build on top of the Chiliz Chain should get ready by going through the developer documentation, tools and resources, and the ecosystem.
