# Opening: Hackathon & Cryptography Day

- Channel: [ZuBerlin](https://streameth.org/zuberlin)
- Date: 2024-06-14
- Duration: 08:52
- Topics: cryptography, hackathon, privacy, ethereum, AI
- Watch: https://streameth.org/watch/666c016a07f92b086c2fa2eb
- Download: https://vod-cdn.lp-playback.studio/raw/jxf4iblf6wlsyor6526t4tcmtmqa/catalyst-vod-com/hls/a2ea2ka9kdeuaga2/1080p0.mp4

## Description

Clip The video is an introduction to a day-long event focusing on cryptography, particularly zero-knowledge proofs, with a range of talks and a hackathon announcement. The day will feature speakers from various projects discussing topics such as encryption, privacy in distributed systems, and zero-knowledge virtual machines. A hackathon running concurrently over the weekend is introduced, with guidelines provided for participants. The hackathon includes different tracks such as Ethereum, decentralized AI for good, and an open track for a broad range of ideas. Prizes are announced for the top projects. Attendees are encouraged to manage their time between hacking and attending sessions, with a reminder to submit their projects by Sunday afternoon.