> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.swarms.ai/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# ACM Hackathon

> Build, tokenize, and list agents or prompts on the Swarms Marketplace for a chance to earn ACM Hackathon rewards.

The ACM Hackathon is live, with **\$30,000 in rewards** available for builders who launch tokenized agents and prompts on the Swarms Marketplace.

The hackathon runs from **May 6, 2026** through **May 27, 2026**. To qualify, builders must use Frenzy Mode, tokenize their submission, and publish it for sale on the marketplace.

Rewards will be distributed in **Solana, \$SWARMS, and USDC**.

[Launch your tokenized prompt or agent](https://swarms.world/launch?type=prompt\&model=tokenized\&frenzy=true)

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## Overview

The ACM Hackathon is designed for builders creating useful, market-ready agents and prompts. Submissions should solve practical problems, be easy for buyers to understand, and show clear value in real-world workflows.

Eligible submissions must be tokenized through Frenzy Mode and listed for sale on the Swarms Marketplace before the hackathon ends.

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## Hackathon Details

* **Reward pool:** \$30,000
* **Start date:** May 6, 2026
* **End date:** May 27, 2026
* **Reward currencies:** Solana, \$SWARMS, and USDC
* **Eligible submissions:** Tokenized agents and tokenized prompts published for sale on the Swarms Marketplace
* **Launch page:** [https://swarms.world/launch?type=prompt\&model=tokenized\&frenzy=true](https://swarms.world/launch?type=prompt\&model=tokenized\&frenzy=true)

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## Rewards Overview

The ACM Hackathon reward pool is split between top-performing builders and active marketplace participants.

Half of the prize pool, **\$15,000**, is allocated to the top three winners based on the performance, quality, and impact of their submissions:

* **1st place:** \$7,500
* **2nd place:** \$4,500
* **3rd place:** \$3,000

The remaining **\$15,000** will be distributed randomly among eligible participants who successfully launch and publish agents on the Swarms Marketplace.

This structure gives strong builders a path to compete for top prizes while ensuring that active participants who contribute meaningful work also have a chance to be rewarded.

All rewards will be distributed in **Solana, \$SWARMS, and USDC**.

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## How to Participate

1. Build an agent or prompt with clear real-world utility.
2. Enable Frenzy Mode during launch to tokenize your submission.
3. Publish the tokenized agent or prompt on the Swarms Marketplace.
4. List it for sale before **May 27, 2026** to qualify for rewards.

Launch here: [https://swarms.world/launch?type=prompt\&model=tokenized\&frenzy=true](https://swarms.world/launch?type=prompt\&model=tokenized\&frenzy=true)

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## What to Build

You can submit any agent or prompt that delivers clear utility. Strong submissions may focus on:

* Finance and market analysis
* Business automation
* Research and data synthesis
* Creative production
* Developer tools
* Operations and productivity
* Customer support
* Sales and marketing workflows

These categories are examples, not restrictions. Builders are encouraged to create high-quality products that can attract real users and buyers on the marketplace.

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## Winner Criteria

Top winners will be selected based on the quality, utility, adoption, and market performance of their tokenized agents or prompts.

Successful submissions should be useful, well-described, easy to evaluate, and clearly positioned for marketplace buyers.

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## FAQ

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="Where can I get support?">
    24/7 support is available at [swarms.world/support](https://swarms.world/support).
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="How can I connect with the Swarms team and other builders?">
    Join the Swarms Discord for real-time communication: [https://discord.gg/VK9jp9sXwJ](https://discord.gg/VK9jp9sXwJ)
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="How are rewards distributed?">
    Rewards are sent directly to the creator addresses associated with eligible tokenized submissions.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="When does the hackathon end?">
    The hackathon ends on **May 27, 2026**.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="What can I build?">
    You can build any agent or prompt with real-world utility, including tools for finance, automation, research, creative work, operations, analytics, or developer productivity.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Do I need to tokenize my agent?">
    Yes. Tokenization through Frenzy Mode is required to qualify for rewards.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Do I need to list it for sale?">
    Yes. Your agent or prompt must be published and available for sale on the Swarms Marketplace.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="What determines the winners?">
    Winners are determined by the quality, utility, adoption, impact, and market performance of each eligible submission.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Can I submit multiple agents?">
    Yes. You can submit multiple agents or prompts as long as each submission meets the eligibility requirements.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="What chains or currencies are supported?">
    Rewards are distributed in Solana, \$SWARMS, and USDC.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Where do I publish my agent?">
    Publish your agent or prompt on the Swarms Marketplace at [swarms.world](https://swarms.world).
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>