A New Kind of Hackathon

From May to August 2025, the Metis Foundation hosted HyperHack 2025, a long-form hackathon designed not just to build projects, but to transform them into sustainable products. Unlike the traditional 48-hour format, HyperHack provided time and structure for teams to move from ideation through development, testing, and marketing.

The mission was clear:

• Shine a light on teams turning ideas into reality.
  
• Support builders with mentorship and guidance.
  
• Improve project quality through community input and feedback.
  
• Celebrate innovators who push boundaries and raise the bar.
  

The journey began with more than 130 ideas in the ideation phase. By the final submission deadline, 40 projects had been completed and presented. The momentum continues with the first LazAI Quest, now live on the Hyperion Testnet, where you can test features, make your first transaction, and earn rewards.

The Builder’s Journey

Participants in HyperHack benefited from extensive community and ecosystem support:

• Fifteen developer workshops and weekly vibe sessions.
  
• Testing campaigns that gave real users the chance to try projects and provide feedback.
  
• The Spotlight Campaign, which helped builders gain visibility, marketing experience, and an engaged audience.
  

The Spotlight Campaign was a standout feature, designed to give developers practical exposure to marketing and go-to-market strategies. Subsidies for campaigns, templates for outreach, and hands-on support allowed teams to experience what it means to build not only a product, but also a brand.

The results spoke for themselves: StreamNFT led the way as the top performer, while Fracture Point, Safe Work Pay, BOLTIS, and LazaiTrader achieved second place recognition. Haithe, Festify, and Eduverse rounded out the third place category, proving that creativity and persistence go hand in hand.

Winners of HyperHack 2025

Track 1: AI-Native and Core-Aligned Projects

• LazaiTrader – $25,000
  
• Haithe – $25,000

Track 2: Real-Time Systems

• Dogex – $25,000
  
• MetaMuse – $25,000

Track 3: Infrastructure and Ecosystem Tools

• HyperKit – $6,000
  
• Hyperion MCP – $6,000

Alith Integration Track

Each awarded $5,000: LazaiTrader, GM² Agent, Score Milk, Tweetrade Bot, Haithe, and MetaMuse.

Voices from the Community

The winner’s announcement event was not only about recognition; it was about hearing from the builders themselves.

• Score Milk demonstrated how AI can enrich gaming experiences with its interactive “Milkman” companion.
  
• LazaiTrader presented a strategy-driven trading tool that removes emotion from trading and leverages AI for private, data-driven insights.
  
• MetaMuse explored the idea of customizable AI companions, showcasing how users could shape agents with their own personalities and data.
  
• Dogex introduced the bold vision of high-frequency trading on-chain, a milestone previously considered unrealistic.
  
• HyperKit and Hyperion MCP focused on infrastructure, building the critical foundations that enable ecosystems to grow.
  

Their reflections underscored the spirit of HyperHack: collaboration, creativity, and a shared commitment to making Web3 and AI more practical, accessible, and powerful.

A Message from the Founders

The Metis leadership team emphasized that HyperHack was part of a much larger mission. The foundation has evolved into a portfolio of innovations spanning blockchain, AI, and zero-knowledge technologies. Highlights include:

• Metis (Andromeda) and Hyperion, designed for human and AI-driven workloads.
  
• LazAI, a platform for building AI agents using secure, private data.
  
• ZKM (Xyron ZKVM), one of the fastest and most cost-efficient zero-knowledge proof systems.
  
• Goat Network, a Bitcoin Layer 2 powered by both Metis and ZKM technology.
  

As co-founder Elena noted, Metis itself began in 2019 with zero funding. The message to participants was clear: anything is possible with persistence and vision.

What Comes Next

While the hackathon has concluded, the builder journey continues. Winners will receive their rewards following milestone reviews, ensuring that projects remain on track for real-world impact.

In parallel, the LazAI Build & Chill Workshop Series offers another opportunity to learn, collaborate, and compete for a share of a $2,000 prize pool. Beyond competitions, the Metis community remains active across forums, Telegram, and Twitter, where developers, marketers, and entrepreneurs share knowledge and support one another.

The next step is yours: join the first LazAI Quest on the Hyperion Testnet, explore the features, and take part in shaping the AI future.

Conclusion

HyperHack 2025 was more than a competition. It was a collaborative effort to turn ideas into lasting contributions for the Web3 and AI ecosystems. From innovative trading platforms to essential infrastructure, the projects demonstrated what is possible when builders are given both time and support.

Congratulations to all the winners and participants. The hackathon may have ended, but the momentum it generated is just the beginning of the next chapter.