RutaN - IMPACT AWARD
The project with the strongest potential for real-world impact, using Open Payments.
Award: $5,000 USD
Hackathon - Medellín, Oct 2026
If you have been successfully offered a place at the Open Payments Hackathon in Medellín, congratulations! Here’s everything you need to know for a successful hack. If you have any questions, reach out to us at hackathon @ interledger.org
Event Schedule
To make sure you plan your time effectively, review the full event timetable and prepare for your hacking times as well as when you’ll need to prepare your presentation.
Successful applicants must attend in person for the full two days.
How to Prepare
The following guides and resources give you everything you need for the day of the Hackathon.
- Participant Guide - all you need to know about participating in the hackathon and our Open Payments API in a single pdf guide.
- Submission Guidelines - download our detailed instructions on how to submit your code and project for review the days of the hackathon.
- Get acquainted with the tech - learn about Open Payments, get your test wallet set up, and explore the tools available to you the day of the hackathon.
- AI Usage Guide - read our guidelines on what is allowed when using AI to support your hack.
- Presentation Deck - make a copy of the presentation template (Google Slides) for your final pitch. You’ll then upload your presentation to this folder for review.
Top Tip: Start to think about problems with payments - how could you make them easier, simpler or more accessible? Remember we’re looking for solutions that demonstrate impact, increase financial inclusion and drive innovation to build the future of finance
Remember you must bring laptops - no equipment supplied and all code must be written on the day.
Prizes and Awards
Puntored - INCLUSION AWARD
The project that best advances financial inclusion, making digital payments more accessible and equitable.
Award: $5,000 USD
FIND EAFIT - INNOVATION AWARD
The project that demonstrates the most original thinking and innovative use of Open Payments.
Award: $5,000 USD
This Week in Fintech - COMMUNITY AWARD
The team or project that best embodies the Interledger community spirit. Voted for by all participants.
Award: $5,000 USD
Start thinking now about how you can make payments more innovative, inclusive, impactful.
- All teams are eligible for all prizes.
- Award value will be split equally between all members of the winning team.
- Review our Judging Criteria to understand how you’ll be scored on the day.
Got Any Questions?
Please email us at hackathon@interledger.org if you have any questions about the hackathon!