HackathonPast eventMay 4 – June 1, 2026

NBA Playoffs Prediction Market Hackathon

A global, fully virtual hackathon run by DEGA on DoraHacks where participants build automated trading strategies for prediction markets using Canon, DEGA's open-source CLI for scaffolding and running prediction market automations. Five free workshops take entrants from prediction market basics to running live strategies, and the event is open to all experience levels, solo or in teams of up to five. First place wins $1,000 in USD stablecoin, with top performers getting early invites to a follow-on World Cup hackathon.

Hackathon Topics

  1. Five free workshops

    Take entrants from prediction market basics to running live strategies with Canon

  2. Build phase

    Participants build automated trading strategies for prediction markets using Canon, DEGA's open-source CLI

What's included

  • Five free workshops
  • Access to Canon open-source CLI and AI agents
  • Promotion across DEGA channels for top performers
  • Early invite to follow-on World Cup Prediction Market Hackathon for top performers

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NBA Playoffs Prediction Market Hackathon?

NBA Playoffs Prediction Market Hackathon is a prediction markets industry hackathon held online. It took place May 4 – June 1, 2026.

When does the hackathon take place?

NBA Playoffs Prediction Market Hackathon took place May 4 – June 1, 2026.

How long is the hackathon?

NBA Playoffs Prediction Market Hackathon ran for 29 days (May 4 – June 1, 2026). Registration May 4 - May 31, 2026.

Where is the hackathon held?

NBA Playoffs Prediction Market Hackathon is a virtual event — you can attend online from anywhere.

Who is organizing the hackathon?

NBA Playoffs Prediction Market Hackathon was organized by DEGA.

What does the hackathon cover?

NBA Playoffs Prediction Market Hackathon covered prediction markets, automated trading strategies, Canon CLI, onchain automation.

Who should attend the hackathon?

NBA Playoffs Prediction Market Hackathon is aimed at developers, traders, students, beginners.

How much does the hackathon cost?

NBA Playoffs Prediction Market Hackathon: Free to enter; first place wins $1,000 in USD stablecoin