Caffeine Contest Offers 7,500 ICP to Early Builders

Dom has called on early access users of Caffeine to share what they have been building on the Internet Computer. In a post on X, he asked developers to post demo videos of fully onchain apps created by chatting with AI and to share links in reply.

The incentive is clear. A total of 7,500 ICP will be distributed among the best entries, with additional gifts promised for runners up. The deadline for submissions is 30 September.

The challenge has already sparked interest across the ICP community, with some developers welcoming the opportunity to showcase their projects and others noting how it highlights the growing potential of AI-assisted development. By bringing code generation and blockchain deployment together, Caffeine is positioning itself as a tool that could change the way people think about building decentralised apps.

The competition also provides a moment for the Internet Computer to capture wider attention at a time when the conversation around Web3 is shifting from concepts to working products. While the judging criteria have not yet been detailed, the focus appears to be on creativity and usability, giving both newcomers and experienced builders space to participate.

With the clock ticking towards the end of the month, many in the community are waiting to see what kinds of projects will emerge. Whether games, social apps or new financial tools, the range of entries is likely to show how accessible onchain development has become when paired with AI support.