Etherlink’s “Summer of Code” Hackathon Opens Registration

The countdown is on. The Etherlink “Summer of Code” kicks off on July 9 and runs through August 3, inviting developers, creatives, and tinkerers to build ambitious projects on Tezos’ EVM-compatible rollup. With over £30,000 in prizes, this virtual global event is open to all, and promises four weeks of building, collaborating, and shipping what no one saw coming.

Main Track Bounties – £24,000 Total

Choose your path and compete across four prize categories:

• Best DeFi Application on Etherlink
  £6,000 total prize pool
  1st – £3,000 | 2nd – £2,000 | 3rd – £1,000

• Best Game or On-Chain Interactive Experience
  £6,000 total prize pool
  1st – £3,000 | 2nd – £2,000 | 3rd – £1,000

• Collab Culture
  £6,000 total prize pool
  1st – £3,000 | 2nd – £2,000 | 3rd – £1,000

• Vibecode – Wildest and Most Unexpected Project
  £6,000 total prize pool
  1st – £3,000 | 2nd – £2,000 | 3rd – £1,000

Special Awards – £6,000+

• Grand Prize: Best Overall Project – £4,000

• Community Choice Award – £1,000

• Judges’ Choice Awards – £1,000+ distributed

Built on Tezos, Etherlink gives you speed without compromising on decentralization. Transactions confirmed in under 500 milliseconds, and finality is reached in around 16 seconds. It’s non-custodial by design, meaning there’s no single entity in control, and anyone can participate in network security or post commitments. Fees are extremely low, just fractions of a cent, and all this operates under the robust security inherited from Tezos Layer 1. Add to that an open governance model where stakeholders shape the future of the network, and you have an infrastructure that’s fast, fair, and built to last.

Key Dates

• Hackathon Starts – July 9

• Launch Event – July 12

• Submission Deadline – August 3

• Demo Day – Date TBC

Register now!

TezDev 2025 First Keynotes Unveiled

With TezDev just weeks away, the first keynote announcements are coming out.

Arthur Breitman, co-founder of Tezos, will take the stage to reflect on the protocol’s evolution, from recent breakthroughs to current priorities, and outline what’s next on the road to Tezos X.

Also announced: Ole Krüger, engineer and tech lead at Trilitech, will dive into one of the most talked-about topics in computing today, RISC-V. His keynote will go beyond the buzz to explore what RISC-V really offers, where the technical hurdles lie, and how developers in the Tezos ecosystem can start taking advantage of it.

As we get closer to TezDev 2025, keep a look out for more key announcements before we head to Cannes in a couple week of weeks.

Secure your spot: lu.ma/tezdev2025

This Week in the Tezos Ecosystem

Tezos at ArtMeta’s Museums & Digital Art Day

June 18 marked a full day of conversations on the future of digital art institutions, and Tezos was right at the center of it. Hosted by ArtMeta and supported by the Tezos Foundation, the Museums & Digital Art Day Conference brought together museum professionals, curators, artists, and collectors to reflect on how institutions are adapting to digital creativity.

Panels throughout the day touched on evolving collecting practices, the rise of decentralized curation, and the unique opportunities presented by digital-first museums. From Auriea Harvey’s insights on hybrid creation to discussions led by representatives from the Whitney, Centre Pompidou, and the V&A, the conference showcased just how wide-ranging the Tezos art conversation has become.

The event featured:

• Opening remarks from Diane Drubay (We Are Museums) and Alice Japhet (Trilitech)

• A panel on “Collecting in Transition” with voices from the Toledo Museum, HEK Basel, and Auriea

• “Museums Without Walls”, exploring new curatorial approaches across physical and virtual spaces

• A conversation on founding digital art museums, featuring ONKAOS, Museum of Art & Light, and others

• “Poetic Arrangements” and reflections on what defines the canon in digital art today, with input from artists and curators at major international institutions

It was a strong showing for Tezos in a room full of cultural decision-makers and further proof that the ecosystem’s influence in the digital art world continues to grow.

Meet the Newest Tezos Trailblazers

A new batch of Tezos Trailblazers has been introduced, and this group brings a great mix of creative energy and community dedication. These are the people helping grow the ecosystem from the ground up, each in their own way.

• Red Alark is a singer-songwriter, digital artist, and animator whose bold, glitchy work fuses traditional storytelling with AI. She’s also an active host of community conversations and someone who’s always pushing the creative edge.

• LMDesigns8 builds immersive XR experiences that feel both experimental and deeply thoughtful. With a strong focus on interactivity and expression, her work brings people into new kinds of digital spaces.

• Rald Blox is an engineer and founder of OnchainVision Labs. He’s also a Fortify Labs and TZ APAC alum, working on tools that help more people build and launch in the Tezos ecosystem.

Each of these Trailblazers brings something unique and together, they’re shaping how Tezos continues to grow, not just through projects, but through community and shared vision.

Tezos Summer Events

Tree_Line: Zancan Solo Show at bitforms gallery

June 24 – August 2, 2025 | 131 Allen Street, NYC

Zancan’s first solo exhibition with bitforms gallery is set to open this month, marking the launch of a new annual partnership between the Tezos Foundation and bitforms. Tree_Line brings together a deeply considered body of work that reflects Zancan’s signature blend of generative algorithms and natural forms. Through the tree motif, the show explores structure, system, and the branching paths of creative logic.

bitforms gallery has been a longstanding force in new media art, and this partnership will shine a consistent spotlight on Tezos-based artists throughout the year under the curatorial direction of Steven Sacks.

The opening reception takes place Tuesday, June 24 from 5–9 PM. Expect light drinks, art, and great company.

RSVP: lu.ma/7zk9iwu3

TezCon 2025 – A Celebration of Tezos Culture in Seattle

The second annual TezCon returns to Seattle on June 28, transforming Kenyon Hall into a hub of Tezos-powered creativity, connection, and collaboration. Born from the TezTones art collective, this grassroots gathering brings together artists, collectors, builders, and community members for a weekend that blends panels, live music, and curated art showcases.

This year’s TezCon expands beyond a single-day event with a full lineup across four days—from West Seattle tours and community BBQs to interactive art installations and live performances. The main event on Saturday will feature panel discussions, music by Ryan Tanaka, Hashbrown, B Dwil, and more, plus projections curated by TEIA.

Whether you’re attending in person or tuning in online via livestream, TezCon is your chance to experience the soul of the Tezos ecosystem in real life.

🗓️ June 28, 2025
📍 Kenyon Hall, Seattle, WA
🎟️ RSVP on Eventbrite
📹 Livestreams and digital access will be available

See you in Seattle!

TezDev 2025: Catalyst

The countdown is on: TezDev 2025 lands in Cannes on July 3, bringing the Tezos community together for a day packed with demos, discussions, and creative expression. The new landing page is now live at tezos.com/events/tez-dev, giving attendees their first glimpse at what to expect from this year’s gathering.

Set against the stunning backdrop of Hôtel Martinez, right on the Boulevard de la Croisette, this year’s event is more than a conference, it’s a catalyst.

From breakout talks to ecosystem showcases, TezDev: Catalyst will explore how Tezos teams are lowering barriers for developers, pushing the limits of user experience, and building for what comes next. Attendees can expect:

• Developer sessions highlighting the latest tools and frameworks.

• First-look demos of upcoming projects across DeFi, gaming, art, and beyond.

• A curated dive into Tezos art — a nod to Tezos’ significant role in the art world.

Last year’s TezDev brought together over 700 attendees in Brussels, with names like Arthur Breitman, Justin Drake, and Tarun Chitra sharing their perspectives on where this space is headed. Expect 2025 to go even bigger.

Secure your spot now and be part of the momentum:
Register here.

🔴Now Streaming: Building an Art Community with Amir

This week on TezTalks Live, Stu from the Tezos Commons chats with Amir Mushich, digital graphic designer, Tezos art collector, and one of the most dedicated Tezos spaces hosts around. From spotlighting digital art to organizing stadium showcases and global panels, Amir is on a mission to show how Tezos brings people together through creativity and conversation.

Our special guest is Amir Mushich, where art, purpose and Tezos community spirit collide.

🔍 In this episode, we’ll explore:

Building Community through Conversation: Why Amir began hosting Tezos spaces and how they’ve grown into a global hub for artists, collectors and curious minds.

The Tezos Art Scene in 2025: What Amir is seeing from the frontlines of the digital art world and how his collection reflects the evolution of the space.

Art in Real Life: How twelve Tezos artworks made their way into a stadium in Cyprus and what the response has been like.

Art Chains and Creative Expression: Amir’s platform for showcasing artists and why giving them visibility matters now more than ever.

Watch the full episode on YouTube.