Supra, a vertically integrated Layer-1 blockchain renowned for its multi-VM support, in-protocol oracles, VRF, bridges, and automation capabilities, has launched an exciting new competition called the “Super dApp Showdown.” This contest, aimed at blockchain developers, is set to kick off in August 2024, with prominent judges from Supra, Google Cloud, Republic Crypto, Hashkey Capital, and the popular crypto reality TV show Killer Whales evaluating the best projects.

The first season of the competition invites the most talented blockchain developers to create and deploy what Supra terms “Super dApps” on its advanced Layer-1 network. These developers will vie for investments from Supra’s newly established $100 million Ecosystem Fund, offering a remarkable opportunity to accelerate their projects.

The Super dApp Showdown provides an unparalleled platform for developers to quickly gain visibility by presenting their Super dApps to Supra’s extensive community of 1.3 million email subscribers and over 500,000 verified token holders through Project Blast Off, Supra’s gamified community platform. Each week, a winning Super dApp will be featured on the platform, complete with missions and objectives designed to educate the community about the project. Developers can choose various incentives, such as in-game assets, airdrops, prizes, and NFTs, to reward user engagement.

Starting in August, the competition will run for three months, culminating in the selection of 12 winners by a panel of judges. This panel will include industry experts from diverse sectors such as DeFi, GameFi, and Web3 Social, alongside the famous "whales" from Killer Whales. The judging process will also involve input from Supra’s community, who will vote for their favorite Super dApps.

Supra CEO and Co-Founder Joshua Tobkin expressed enthusiasm about partnering with Killer Whales as a media partner for the competition. He highlighted the importance of combining capital with exposure to attract the right builders and founders. Winners will not only gain access to the $100 million Ecosystem Fund but will also benefit from significant visibility by being featured on Killer Whales, enjoying high-quality production and broad exposure.

Sander Gortjes, Co-Founder of HELLO Labs and Executive Producer of Killer Whales, echoed this excitement, noting that the collaboration aims to support Supra’s ecosystem growth and provide a global platform for the winning projects. The potential reach of up to 600 million people through various streaming partners underscores the significant visibility and opportunity for developers.

Supra’s Layer-1 network offers developers an advanced environment to build their dApps. It integrates essential blockchain services like high-performance price feeds, verifiable randomness generators, automation, and bridges into a single stack. The network supports multiple virtual machines, enabling developers from MoveVM, EVM, SolanaVM, and CosmWasm chains to launch dApps on Supra and compete in the showdown.

The innovative Moonshot consensus mechanism powering Supra’s Layer-1 ensures lightning-fast transaction speeds and robust security, processing up to 530,000 transactions per second across 125 globally distributed nodes. This performance, combined with Supra’s advanced oracle services, ensures real-time data accessibility and enhanced dApp functionality across various use cases, including DeFi and GameFi.

Building on Supra offers developers firsthand experience with its high-performance Layer-1 infrastructure. Winning projects will receive funding from the $100 million Ecosystem Fund and have the chance to pitch their ideas to top investors on Killer Whales. Additional benefits include free access to Supra’s core services, a token launch platform, cross-promotion on social media, and networking opportunities with partners and venture capitalists.

Supra plans to continue the Super dApp Showdown, launching new seasons every three months. This ongoing opportunity means developers who are not ready for the first season can still participate in future competitions. Web3 enthusiasts and developers can follow the contest and apply through Supra’s application website to showcase their Super dApps.