Hyperweb Unveils Grant Initiative to Foster Web3 Development at UC Berkeley

Hyperweb Introduces Grant Program for UC Berkeley Students

Hyperweb, a comprehensive ecosystem for developing decentralized applications using TypeScript, has announced an exciting $25,000 grant initiative designed specifically for UC Berkeley students. This initiative, created in collaboration with the Blockchain at Berkeley organization, aims to engage students in pioneering the upcoming generation of internet technologies through the development of smart contracts on the Hyperweb platform.

Founder Dan Lynch, an alumnus of UC Berkeley, expressed enthusiasm about this collaboration, highlighting the innovative projects already produced by fellow Berkeley students such as Osmosis, Stride, and Evmos. He stated, "We want to democratize the process of building on-chain applications, ensuring it is as straightforward as writing TypeScript."

The grant program will provide students the opportunity to venture into the realm of web3 by creating foundational smart contracts. These projects will cover a diverse range of functionalities including decentralized identity verification, subscription payment systems, and multi-signature wallets. Moreover, students will have the flexibility to exercise their creativity by developing unique on-chain applications.

Ravi Riley, the Head of Consulting for Blockchain at Berkeley, shed light on the current challenges facing new developers in transitioning from traditional web2 applications to web3. He remarked, "The shift involves navigating different environments for web2 and web3, which can be overwhelming. The advantage of Hyperweb’s approach of maintaining type safety and allowing for application logic and smart contracts to be written in the same language is a significant breakthrough, facilitating a smoother transition for developers."

Dan Lynch’s connection to Berkeley dates back to his student days where he obtained both undergraduate and graduate degrees in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science. Beyond his academic pursuits, he initiated two startups while still studying, namely famo.us and Brandcast, focused on no-code platforms for app and website development. His contributions to the university’s ecosystem continued post-graduation as he co-organized the Founder School startup program, helping numerous startups secure a total of $6 million in funding.

Continuing this trajectory of supporting UC Berkeley’s vibrant entrepreneurial spirit, Lynch and Hyperweb’s collaboration with Blockchain at Berkeley signifies a commitment to enhancing developer accessibility in technology. In doing so, this initiative will enable Berkeley students to play a crucial role in shaping the future landscape of web3 as they begin building on the Hyperweb platform ahead of its scheduled testnet launch.

About Hyperweb

Hyperweb stands out as a complete TypeScript blockchain environment that offers an exceptional user interface and client-side tooling alongside a smart contract development environment using TypeScript. Its approach significantly lowers the barriers for more than 20 million JavaScript developers across the globe, streamlining the entry into the web3 domain.

The Hyperweb framework is the result of Cosmology's efforts to create a transformative experience for developers. With a strong emphasis on democratizing development, Hyperweb has recorded over 30 million downloads for its diverse set of tools tailored for web2, web3, and AI.

The ecosystem is robust, supporting over 150 blockchains. It includes significant players like dYdX and Celestia, which handle billions of dollars in transactions monthly. Their innovative solutions, powered by paradigms like no-code and low-code approaches, are designed to revolutionize the software development landscape.

Dan Lynch brings over 20 years of experience in launching successful no-code ventures, having raised over $120 million and collaborated with major brands. His previous venture, Brandcast, gained attention when it was acquired by TIME.

Through its partnership with Blockchain at Berkeley, Hyperweb continues to contribute to the university's mission of making technology accessible to aspiring developers globally, enabling the next generation to thrive in the web3 space.