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<p><strong>Lisbon, Portugal, May 29th, 2024</strong></p>  
<p><a href="https://twitter.com/icphub_PT" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">The Internet Computer (ICP) community in Portugal</a>&nbsp;recently celebrated the conclusion of its highly anticipated ideathon, an event that showcased the power of the community and their ideas for using ICP to build decentralized applications (dApps). The ideathon brought together visionary minds from across Portugal, Spain and France to bring innovative solutions that leverage the power of the Internet Computer blockchain to the table. After rigorous evaluation, five exceptional projects emerged as the winners, demonstrating the diversity and ingenuity of the ICP Portugal ecosystem.</p>  
<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="commitly-empowering-local-communities-through-decentralized-governance">Commitly: Empowering Local Communities through Decentralized Governance</h2>  
<p>Commitly, a Governance DAO, stood out for its unique approach to empowering local communities. The platform enables people to exchange services within their localities without the need to raise funds, thereby reducing capital expenditure and administrative complexity for small organizations. By allowing organizations to focus their income on infrastructure and major projects, Commitly protects locally created value and human values. Additionally, the platform aims to reduce the occurrence of corruption and financial crime, fostering a more transparent and equitable environment for community development.</p>  
<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="canapi-simplifying-dapp-development-with-no-code-solutions">CanAPI: Simplifying dApp Development with No-Code Solutions</h2>  
<p>CanAPI is revolutionizing the way decentralized applications are built and deployed on the Internet Computer blockchain. This no-code blockchain backend development platform allows users to create powerful and scalable dApps without writing any code. By simplifying the development process, CanAPI empowers a broader range of individuals and organizations to harness the potential of blockchain technology. The platform’s ease of use and scalability make it an invaluable tool for accelerating the adoption of decentralized applications.</p>  
<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="lendfinity-unlocking-potential-steady-returns-through-decentralized-lending">Lendfinity: Unlocking Potential Steady Returns through Decentralized Lending</h2>  
<p>Lendfinity, a decentralized lending protocol built on the Bitfinity Network, offers users the opportunity to generate potential steady returns by staking ICP, Bitcoin, or Bitfinity tokens. The platform also allows users to borrow these tokens for leveraged trading, providing flexibility and financial empowerment. Lendfinity’s innovative approach to decentralized finance (DeFi) underscores the transformative potential of blockchain technology in creating new financial opportunities and driving economic inclusion.</p>  
<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="heart-of-gold-transforming-the-nft-space-with-lottery-mechanics">Heart Of Gold: Transforming the NFT Space with Lottery Mechanics</h2>  
<p>Heart of Gold (HoG) is poised to revolutionize the Web3 NFT space by introducing a buyback feature based on lottery mechanics. This innovative approach allows users to sell their NFTs for potentially up to 100x earnings, ensuring transparency, sustainability, and enhanced interaction within the NFT ecosystem. By combining the excitement of lotteries with the value of NFTs, Heart of Gold aims to create a more engaging and rewarding experience for users, while promoting the long-term viability of the NFT market.</p>  
<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="playmask-bridging-web3-and-gaming-with-advanced-sdk-integration">PLAYMASK: Bridging Web3 and Gaming with Advanced SDK Integration</h2>  
<p>PLAYMASK is an SDK designed to seamlessly integrate Web3 functionalities into games using Azure PlayFab. This groundbreaking solution simplifies the user experience by providing automatic blockchain wallet management, making it easier for developers to incorporate blockchain technology into their games. By bridging the gap between Web3 and gaming, PLAYMASK paves the way for the next generation of gaming experiences, where blockchain-based assets and functionalities are seamlessly integrated into mainstream gaming platforms.</p>  
<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="celebrating-innovation-and-collaboration">Celebrating Innovation and Collaboration</h2>  
<p>The ICP ideathon not only highlighted the incredible innovations within the blockchain space but also fostered a spirit of collaboration and community. Participants from diverse backgrounds came together to share their ideas and expertise, driving the development of cutting-edge solutions that have the potential to reshape various industries.</p>  
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 <p>Marina Atarova, of ICP Hub Portugal, expressed her enthusiasm for the event, stating, “The ICP ideathon has demonstrated the boundless creativity and innovation within our community. The projects presented here are a testament to the transformative power of blockchain technology and the Internet Computer. We are thrilled to support these visionary teams as they continue to push the boundaries of what is possible.”</p> 
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="looking-ahead-the-future-of-the-internet-computer-ecosystem">Looking Ahead: The Future of the Internet Computer Ecosystem</h2>  
<p>As the Internet Computer ecosystem continues to grow, the successful projects from this ideathon will play a crucial role in driving further adoption and innovation. The DFINITY Foundation remains committed to supporting developers and entrepreneurs as they build the next generation of decentralized applications and services.</p>  
<p>With the conclusion of the ideathon, the spotlight now turns to the future. The winning projects—Commitly, CanAPI, Lendfinity, Heart of Gold, and PLAYMASK—are poised to make significant contributions to the blockchain landscape. Their success serves as an inspiration to other innovators and underscores the limitless potential of the Internet Computer.</p>  
<p>For more information about the ICP ideathon and the winning projects, users can visit&nbsp;<a href="https://twitter.com/icphub_PT" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">ICP Hub Portugals X page</a>.</p>  
<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="about-icp-hub-portugal">About ICP Hub Portugal</h2>  
<p>ICP Hub Portugal is one of the latest additions to ICP’s global developer community, led by Tim Haldorsson, Founder and CEO of Lunar Strategy. Their mission is to enable builders and developers to bring their ideas to life, using IC Protocol. From networking events and builder workshops to hackathons and other activations, the hub aims to create a community of like-minded and forward-thinking founders and builders, and support them in contributing to an open and autonomous internet.</p>  
<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="about-internet-protocol-icp">About Internet Protocol (ICP)</h2>  
<p>The&nbsp;<a href="https://internetcomputer.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Internet Computer Protocol (ICP)</a>&nbsp;is a blockchain network, forging the next generation of IT architecture and infrastructure. Founded by the DFINITY Foundation, ICP is empowering builders and developers with the tools needed to create inclusive and decentralised digital infrastructure, without the fear of centralised entities looming over – an open internet where everyone can contribute and has control over their data.</p> 
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