# 🚀 Exciting News: NEARCON Hackathon 2023 We're gearing up for this year's NEARCON Hackathon, and it's going to be nothing short of iconic! 🌍 More Diversity: DevHub is offering [travel stipends](https://near.social/#/devgovgigs.near/widget/gigs-board.pages.Post?id=1390) to bright minds worldwide. We've also invited winners from ETHGlobal and Web3Hackfest to join us. 💡Exciting Challenges: Leading projects like SWEAT Economy and Cosmose AI are contributing bounties, adding even more excitement to the hackathon. 🏗 Builder Focus: We've secured a dedicated venue for hackathon activities and dev-focused content. Plus, our decentralized DevRel team will provide unparalleled support throughout the NEARCON journey. 🌟Celebrity Judges: They're back! Our judges will not only select winners but also engage with hackers, sharing insights on the future of Web3. 💰Bounty Pool: We have $140k in prizes, including 3 main awards, 4 track nominations, and a pitching competition. Core team members, NEAR DevHub, NEAR Horizon, and key ecosystem players will handpick the next Web3 stars. 👩💻Know Talented Builders? Invite them to register [HERE](https://nearcon-hackathon.devpost.com/). ✈️Travel Stipends: The [application](https://near.social/#/devgovgigs.near/widget/gigs-board.pages.Post?id=1390) window is open until Oct 31st. See you in Lisbon, and let's make NEARCON Hackathon 2023 truly iconic!