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TEZASIA Hackathon 2023 concludes successfully!
Mumbai: Tezos India, a leading blockchain adoption entity announced the successful completion of TEZASIA 2023, one of Asia’s largest Tezos hackathon. Spanning an entire month, this hackathon drew participation from more than 14,000 developers, reinforcing its position as a pivotal event in the Asian developer community. The primary objective of this event was to nurture blockchain talent and promote awareness of Tezos blockchain technology in Asia.
The hackathon received an overwhelming response, with over 1000+ project ideas submitted, resulting in the creation of more than 200+ projects. These projects showcase the immense potential of blockchain technology to revolutionise various industries.
Speaking about the remarkable success of TEZASIA Hackathon 2023, Tezos India head of operations Poorvi Sachar, expressed her enthusiasm, stating, “TEZASIA Hackathon 2023 marks a significant milestone for Tezos India and the broader blockchain industry. Our mission is to eliminate barriers to blockchain technology adoption by bringing together developers, companies, and Web3 innovators on a unified platform. I am delighted to witness the rich and diverse talent pool within the blockchain community, capable of positioning India as a global hub for Web3 innovation.”
She added, “The high-quality projects delivered by participants have opened new horizons for innovation, and Tezos India remains committed to simplifying blockchain technology for its widespread adoption.”
Tezos India is dedicated to providing continued support to the projects that emerged from TEZASIA Hackathon 2023 as they embark on their innovation journey. Annexure I below is a list of 9 projects selected for the final pitch in front of an esteemed panel of judges (not ranked):
The Demo Day at TEZASIA Hackathon 2023 featured a distinguished panel of judges at the forefront of their respective fields. The esteemed judges included Tezos India president Om Malviya, Tezos India head of growth Amanjot Malhotra, Builders Trube startup analyst Ayush Patel, Graviton co-founder Vishal Sanap, and Foundership head of capital Pranav.
The feedback from participants was highly encouraging. During the hackathon, the developers found Tezos tools highly useful and appreciated Tezos India’s inclusive approach towards blockchain governance. The developers really liked the on-chain protocol upgrades which allows active participation from the community in the evolution of Tezos Blockchain.
Overall, TEZASIA Hackathon 2023 stands as a testament to the thriving blockchain ecosystem in Asia and the global potential of Tezos technology. The remarkable turnout of developers, the innovative projects, and the spirit of collaboration demonstrated throughout the event confirm that the hackathon was a resounding success, further solidifying Tezos India’s commitment to advancing blockchain innovation.
Annexure I
Blocks Gaming – A platform where traditional gaming converges with blockchain innovation, offering a comprehensive web-based gaming experience with NFTs, staking, and asset ownership. This project is built by Yadnyesh, Paras Raut, Ishan Dhyani, and Harsh Tulli.
TezoTix – A blockchain-based movie ticketing service that utilizes non-transferable NFTs for faster, more secure, and anonymous movie ticket purchases, eliminating duplicates and fake tickets. This project is built by Ankit Choudhary and Atharv Varshney.
Owl – A decentralised solution for gaming distribution through NFT licensing. This project was developed by Sahebjeet Singh, Prabhpreet Singh, Jasmeet Singh and Surkhab Singh.
Healthcare Record Management Project – Revolutionising healthcare record management through blockchain, facilitating secure data sharing, interoperation, and seamless collaboration among doctors, patients, and diagnosis centres. This project is built by Pranay Pandey.
FunSurf – Built on the Etherlink rollup, FunSurf brings a player-centric approach to decentralised gaming, making it accessible and enjoyable for all. This project is built by Shwetal Soni and Anshit.
AnswerNFT – Minting unique puzzles, riddles and questions as NFTs, and selling ownerships via solutions. This project is developed by Saksham Bisen.
Gamify – Gamify is a platform designed to cater to gaming enthusiasts and crypto enthusiasts alike. It combines the thrill of gaming with the potential for financial gain, creating an ecosystem that is both entertaining and rewarding. This project is developed by Kanishk Chhabra and Mayank Goel.
FlexPass – A Blockchain-based Movie Ticket Booking Platform. Revolutionising the movie-watching experience for everyone, incorporating ticket resale. This project is built by Sanjeeban Parasar, Shweta Sanadhya, Tejas Dumbre, Varun Khachane.
Roll The Dice – Roll the dice is a multi-player number (1-6) guessing and betting (tez) game on tezos blockchain. This project is built by Ishant Dahiwale.
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Content India 2026 opens with a copro pitch, a spice evangelist and a £10,000 prize for Indian storytelling
Dish TV and C21Media’s three-day summit puts seven ambitious projects before an international jury, and two walk away with serious development money
MUMBAI: India’s content industry gathered in Mumbai this March for Content India 2026, a three-day summit organised by Dish TV in partnership with C21Media, and it wasted no time making a statement. The event opened with a Copro Pitch that put seven scripted and unscripted television concepts before an international panel of judges, and by the end of it, two projects had walked away with £10,000 each in marketing prize money from C21Media to support development and international promotion.
The jury, comprising Frank Spotnitz, Fiona Campbell, Rashmi Bajpai, Bal Samra and Rachel Glaister, evaluated a shortlist that ranged from a dark Mumbai comedy-drama about mental health (Dirty Minds, created by Sundar Aaron) to a Delhi coming-of-age mystery (Djinn Patrol, by Neha Sharma and Kilian Irwin), a techno-thriller about a teenage gaming prodigy (Kanpur X Satori, by Suchita Bhatia), an investigative crime drama blending mythology and modern thriller (The Age of Kali, by Shivani Bhatija), a documentary on India’s spice heritage (The Masala Quest, hosted by Sarina Kamini), a documentary on competitive gaming (Respawn: India’s Esports Revolution, by George Mangala Thomas and Sangram Mawari), and a reality-horror competition merging gaming and immersive fear (Scary Goose, by Samar Iqbal).
The session was hosted by Mayank Shekhar.
The two winners were Djinn Patrol, backed by Miura Kite, formerly of Participant Media and known for Chinatown and Keep Sweet: Pray & Obey, with Jaya Entertainment, producers of Real Kashmir Football Club, also attached; and The Masala Quest, created and hosted by Sarina Kamini, an Indian-Australian cook, author and self-described “spice evangelist.”
The summit also unveiled the Content India Trends Report, whose findings made for bracing reading. Daoud Jackson, senior analyst at OMDIA, set the tone: “By 2030, online video in India will nearly double the revenue of traditional TV, becoming the main driver of growth.” He noted that in 2025, India produced a quarter of all YouTube videos globally, overtaking the United States, while Indians collectively spend 117 years daily on YouTube and 72 years on Instagram. Traditional subscription TV is declining as free TV and connected TV gain ground, forcing broadcasters to innovate. “AI-generated content is just 2 per cent of engagement,” Jackson added, “highlighting the dominance of high-quality human content. The key for Indian media companies is scaling while monetising effectively from day one.”
Hannah Walsh, principal analyst at Ampere Analysis, added hard numbers to the picture. India produced over 24,000 titles in January 2026 alone, with 19,000 available internationally. The country now accounts for 12 per cent of Asia-Pacific content spend, up from 8 per cent in 2021, outpacing both Japan and China. Key exporters include JioStar, Zee Entertainment, Sony India, Amazon and Netflix, delivering over 7,500 Indian-produced titles abroad each year. The top importing markets are Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Egypt, the United States and the Philippines. Scripted content dominates globally at 88 per cent, with crime dramas and children’s and family titles performing particularly strongly.
Manoj Dobhal, chief executive and executive director of Dish TV India, framed the summit’s ambition squarely. “Stories don’t need translation. They need a platform, discovery, and reach, local or global,” he said. “India produces more movies than any country, our streaming platforms compete globally, and our tech and creators win international awards. Yet fragmentation slows growth. Producers, platforms, and tech move in different lanes. We need shared spaces, collaboration, and an ecosystem where ideas, technology, and people meet. That is why we built Content India.”
The data, the pitches and the prize money all pointed to the same conclusion: India is not waiting for the world to discover its stories. It is building the infrastructure to sell them.
