Build

Two days to build something real.

HackMeridian brings developers, founders, and builders together at ONE16, Lisbon for two days of focused building on Stellar. Whether you’re starting from an idea or taking an existing product further, this is where you build, test, and ship.

Apply to HackMeridian
When 25–26 October 2026
Where ONE16, Lisbon
Prizes Up to $30,000 in XLM

Genesis and Scale

Hacking categories

Genesis

Start something.

For developers, founders, and multidisciplinary builders with a strong problem or idea but limited experience building on Stellar. Come with curiosity and a problem worth solving.

Track
Idea → MVP
Who it’s for
First-time Stellar builders, early-stage founders, domain experts
What you need
A problem worth solving and the drive to build
Idea → MVP

Scale

Take it further.

For experienced founders, developers, and product teams with a working product or prototype who are ready to integrate Stellar and take a meaningful step toward production.

Track
Prototype → Product
Who it’s for
Experienced builders with an existing product, technical teams with real users
What you need
A working product or prototype and a clear Stellar integration opportunity
Prototype → Product

Support

Bring ambition.
We’ll bring the support.

Stellar engineers Technical mentors Product experts Founder support Workshops Office hours Team formation AI development support

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How to apply.

  1. Choose your category

    Genesis or Scale. Pick the one that fits where you are.

  2. Fill in the application

    Tell us what you’re building and why Stellar is the right place to build it.

  3. Get your decision

    Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Earlier is better.

  4. Show up ready

    Come with an idea. Leave with a product.

Apply to HackMeridian