Who Are We?
ODTU Blockchain was established in 2021 in Ankara, Turkey by Middle East Technical University students with the aim of creating an innovative and dynamic community within the Turkish and global blockchain ecosystem.
We are proudly contributing to the ecosystem for the past 4 years. 🎉
Our background in successfully attracting people from all over the country, along with our expertise in organizing global events, gives us influence and recognition as one of the most respected and followed communities in Turkey.
Moreover, our experienced developer team positions us as one of the most desirable hubs for future Turkish developers. We have a vast network and close relationships with other communities and can garner support from the entire ecosystem through various channels, including Twitter Spaces, workshops, ranDEVu, and more.
At ODTU Blockchain, our primary focus is to support and collaborate with other communities and institutions in Turkey. We aim to contribute to the development of the blockchain ecosystem in our country by engaging in joint projects and initiatives.
Our Mission
Our mission is to foster an innovative and dynamic community within the Turkish and global blockchain ecosystem, bringing valuable individuals and ideas into the ecosystem.
Our Vision
As students of Middle East Technical University, we envision a future where blockchain technology shapes the world and creates diverse opportunities across different fields.
Nationwide Reach
Successfully attracting people from all over Turkey with our innovative approach and dynamic community building.
Global Events
Our expertise in organizing global events gives us influence and recognition in the blockchain ecosystem.
Developer Hub
Our experienced developer team positions us as one of the most desirable hubs for future Turkish developers.
What Have We Done?
Discover our key programs and initiatives that have shaped the Turkish blockchain ecosystem over the past 4 years.
Hackathon Achievements
ODTU Blockchain has consistently excelled in prestigious hackathons worldwide, demonstrating our technical expertise, innovation, and dedication to solving real-world Web3 challenges.
Best Use of Covalent API - Leveraged Covalent's powerful API to enhance DeFi applications on Avalanche blockchain.
Third Place - Created a novel ERC721-like standard application for the Mina Protocol ecosystem.
Hacker's Favorite Award - Recognized for popularity and positive feedback from participants and judges.
Lens Protocol Pool Prize - Developed an innovative encrypted messaging platform using Lens Protocol.
First Place - Secured top position with innovative project on carbon credits and energy trading solutions.
First Place - Claimed top position by presenting a cutting-edge privacy-focused blockchain solution.
4 Prizes - Secured multiple awards from UMA, zkBob, Push Protocol, and Neon EVM sponsors.
Multiple Awards - 4 teams participated, winning numerous awards from Arbitrum, Chiliz, Filecoin, Scroll, Worldcoin.
Base, Scroll Pool Prize - Our Swapzilla project earned recognition from Base and Scroll protocols.
First Place - Our DASF project clinched first place, making us the top winners of the AI hackathon.
Global 2nd Place - Achieved second place globally in the largest Sui hackathon held in Switzerland with Seal & Walrus, a privacy-first decentralized messaging app using the newly released messaging SDK.
Worlds Pool Prize - Secured recognition in the prestigious ETHGlobal Cannes hackathon with innovative blockchain solutions.
Outstanding Success - 4 out of 5 participating projects won awards including Rise Chain (1st), Aptos (1st & 2nd), Citrea (2nd), and Real Blockchain Use Cases (2nd).
Third Place - Secured bronze medal in the blockchain category of Turkey's largest technology festival, demonstrating excellence in national competition.
Honorable Mention - Received recognition for innovative contributions and technical excellence in the Monad ecosystem hackathon.
Global Winner - Claimed victory in the global online hackathon with a name service solution for ZetaChain, showcasing cross-chain innovation.
First Place - Achieved top position in the Sui Ideathon with groundbreaking concepts and innovative blockchain application design.
First Place - Dominated the Sui Hackathon with exceptional technical implementation and innovative use of Sui blockchain technology.
First Place - Secured top position with x402 project on Stellar, demonstrating mastery of Stellar blockchain development and innovation.
Multiple Awards - Achieved both 2nd and 5th place positions, showcasing consistent excellence and diverse technical capabilities in Sui ecosystem.