IXH26 Italian XRPL Hackathon

Get ready to attend the IXH26 Italian XRPL Hackathon 2026, from November 20–21, 2026, in Bari, Italy. This exciting two-day blockchain and technology event will bring together developers, students, researchers, and blockchain enthusiasts to turn creative ideas into real-world solutions. Participants will get an opportunity to work on real-world problems, exchange expertise, and create creative solutions with a strong focus on cryptography, blockchain technology, and the XRP Ledger (XRPL). Expert-led seminars, lively discussions, practical coding sessions, and technical assistance from senior mentors are included at the event.

Organised By

XRPL Commons is a nonprofit organization focused on helping companies and developers in explore the benefits of the XRP Ledger and create innovative blockchain applications. The University Blockchain Research Initiative, DeComponendis Cifris, the University of Trento, and the University of Bari Aldo Moro are all collaborating on the hackathon.

Hackathon Highlights

• Two days of hands-on blockchain development and innovation
• Three exciting tracks covering cryptography, XRPL applications, and asset tokenization
• Expert mentors and technical support throughout the event
• Interactive seminars, knowledge-sharing sessions, and networking opportunities
• A total prize pool of €12,000 for outstanding projects

Why Attend IXH26 Italian XRPL Hackathon?

• Build Practical Skills: Gain hands-on experience with blockchain development and advanced cryptography
• Explore XRPL Technology: Learn how to develop applications and solutions using the XRP Ledger
• Connect with Experts: Meet developers, researchers, mentors, and fellow blockchain innovators
• Showcase Your Ideas: Turn creative concepts into working projects and present them to industry experts
• Win Exciting Rewards: Compete for cash prizes and gain recognition for your technical achievements

Tracks & Challenges

• Advanced Cryptography for Blockchain
• XRPL Applications
• Tokenization Solutions for XRPL
• Team Project Challenge

Judging & Prizes

• Projects will be defined based on four important criteria:
• Innovation: Originality and creativity of the proposed solution.
• Execution: Technical quality, development, and engineering skills.
• Impact: Real-world value and potential benefits for communities or industries.
• Pitch: Clear presentation, project explanation, and quality of the demonstration.

Total Prize Pool: €12,000

• Each track will award
  1st Prize: €2,000
  2nd Prize: €1,200
  3rd Prize: €800

Participate in the IXH26 Italian XRPL Hackathon 2026 in Bari to transform your blockchain concepts into significant breakthroughs. Make connections with experienced developers, learn about cryptography's future, and contribute to the development of the upcoming XRP Ledger applications.