about this event
Ethereum @ Sydney 2026 brings together builders, researchers, founders and ecosystem leaders to explore the latest developments across Ethereum, from protocol innovation and emerging applications to academic research and real world adoption. The public programme begins with Ethereum Hackathon on 26 September, followed by Ethereum Day on 27 September. Together, they connect global ideas and expertise with Australia's projects, talent and local ecosystem, creating opportunities to build, share and collaborate. Ethereum @ Sydney 2026 aims to showcase Ethereum's development in Australia, support emerging builders and applications, and strengthen connections between the Australian and global Ethereum communities.
📍 26 to 27 September 2026 · Sydney, Australia
Ethereum Hackathon @ Sydney will bring together Australian and international builders to develop Ethereum applications and reusable open-source components.
Overall Structure: Track introduction, team formation, building, final submissions, project demonstrations, judging and awards.
Official Tracks: AI x Ethereum & Agent Economy; Local AI, Private AI & User-Owned Data; Smart Devices, Open Hardware & Privacy Hardware; Application Middleware & Open-Source Tooling; AI-Native Creator Economy & Digital Rights; Real-World Ethereum Applications.
What will happen — participants will: form or join teams; choose a project track; build a prototype; receive support from specialist mentors; present their project.
Who should join — this hackathon is for: developers and engineers; Web2 developers curious about Ethereum; Web3 builders; computer science and engineering students; design and product students; designers interested in product and UX; founders and entrepreneurs; researchers and professors; people interested in building real-world Ethereum applications.
About EAG: The Ethereum Applications Guild (EAG) is a global non-profit collaborative organization dedicated to advancing the innovation, adoption, and real-world impact of Ethereum-native applications. Through application acceleration, open co-creation, ecosystem partnerships, sustainable funding, and global events, EAG connects builders, institutions, and ecosystem stakeholders to foster the sustainable growth and broader reach of the Ethereum applications ecosystem.
tracks
AI x Ethereum & Agent Economy
Projects at the intersection of AI and Ethereum, including the agent economy.
Local AI, Private AI & User-Owned Data
Track focused on local and private AI and user-owned data.
Smart Devices, Open Hardware & Privacy Hardware
Track covering smart devices, open hardware and privacy hardware.
Application Middleware & Open-Source Tooling
Track for application middleware and open-source tooling.
AI-Native Creator Economy & Digital Rights
Track on the AI-native creator economy and digital rights.
Real-World Ethereum Applications
Track for real-world Ethereum applications.
when
Ethereum Hackathon @ Sydney
Track introduction, team formation, building, final submissions, project demonstrations, judging and awards.
◍ SydneyEthereum Day
Part of the Ethereum @ Sydney 2026 public programme, following the hackathon.
◍ Sydneytickets
| tickets | price | Fee | Status | description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Admission | Free | TBA | Available | Free entry to Ethereum Hackathon @ Sydney. |