Hackathon

Interledger Hackathon
Mexico City8 - 9 Nov 2025

Unlock the Internet of Opportunity with Open Payments

Join us in Mexico City on November 8 and 9 for our annual 24-hour Interledger Hackathon! Dive into the world of Open Payments and develop innovative solutions using the Interledger Open Payments API.

We're looking for creative solutions that:

  • Simplify cross-border and cross-currency transactions: Develop tools that make international and multi-currency payments effortless and accessible.
  • Enhance financial inclusion: Create applications that provide access to essential financial services.
  • Automate payments and financial workflows: Build solutions to streamline payment processes, reduce friction, and increase efficiency.

Prizes (split evenly between team members)

1st Place: $5,000 USD | 2nd Place: $3,500 USD | 3rd Place: $2,000 USD

Participation requirements

  • You must be 18 or older to participate
  • Teams of 1 to 4 participants can enter
  • This hackathon will take place in English and Spanish
  • This is an in-person hackathon; no remote participation is possible

How we’ll help you succeed:

Tech onboarding

Get comfortable using the Interledger Open Payments API.

Use case support

Access detailed use cases to understand challenges that can be solved with the Open Payments API.

Expert mentorship

Receive insights and guidance from the Interledger team to build your best solution.

Ideation sessions

Participate in a facilitated ideation session to help refine your innovative solutions.