Pump.fun unveils a $3,000,000 Build in Public hackathon

The fastest-growing crypto platform in history has just unveiled a $3,000,000 Build in Public hackathon.

Pump.fun has fundamentally reshaped how projects get off the ground in crypto. By enabling instant, permissionless token launches with no technical barrier, it has grown at a pace never before seen in the tech industry. In under two years, the platform has facilitated the launch of more than 14 million tokens and generated over $1B in revenue, earning its reputation as one of the most impactful crypto products ever created.

Now, with the launch of Pump Fund, Pump.fun is extending that momentum directly to builders. The fund’s first initiative will support 12 projects with $250k each at a $10M valuation, alongside direct access and mentorship from the Pump.fun founding team. Rather than optimizing for polished pitches or insider connections, the focus is on shipping fast, building openly, and proving real demand in public, letting users and the market decide which projects succeed.

The hackathon is open to teams across any sector, not just crypto.

Eligible teams must launch a token, actively build a real product, retain at least 10% of the token supply, and commit to building in public.

Applications close on February 18, 2026, with the first winners announced within 30 days.

Additional details and the application process are available at https://hackathon.pump.fun

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