Solana Challenge at the Frontier Technology Student Build Lab

About Superteam UK

At SuperteamUK we're committed to supporting budding entrepreneurs, innovators and builders in universities all across the UK. So we are delighted to run the Solana Challenge at the Frontier Technology Student Build Lab, hosted by the University of Birmingham

Mission

Using the Solana blockchain as your foundation, create any application or tool that leverages its speed, low transaction costs, and/ or programmability. Your goal is not to have a finished product, but rather to wow the judges with the potential of your concept in a 3 minute VC-style presentation and demo.

Scope Detail

• Design and build an application or tool using the Solana blockchain.

• Focus on showcasing Solana's speed, low transaction costs, and/or programmability.

• Develop a compelling concept rather than a fully finished product.

• Prepare and deliver a 3-minute VC-style presentation and demo to impress the judges.

Submission Requirements

• Attend the Frontier Technology Student Build Lab at the University of Birmingham.

• Submit only code and presentation slides created on the day of the event.

• The application or tool must utilize the Solana blockchain.

• Deliver a 3-minute VC-style presentation and demo covering your concept.

Judging Criteria

• Quality of problem identification (20%)

• Quality of teamwork and collaboration (20%)

• Product viability (20%)

• Quality of presentation (40%)

Reward Structure

• 1st Place: 300 USDG + Consideration for pitching to investors and VC managers at FrontierTechX 2026 Conference.

• 2nd Place: 100 USDG + Consideration for pitching to investors and VC managers at FrontierTechX 2026 Conference.