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# Blockguard

Blockguard is a Blockchain Accountability Platform that ensures transparency and accountability in blockchain events. By automating prize distribution through smart contracts, Blockguard helps companies be held accountable for their commitments. This platform ensures that the funds are locked in smart contracts before events (such as hackathons), and once the winners are announced, the payouts are automatically sent to their wallets.



Blockguard aims to improve trust within the blockchain ecosystem, providing a seamless process for prize distribution and offering a decentralized solution to dispute resolution.



We’re not just creating a platform; we’re creating a transparent and accountable blockchain ecosystem. Join us as we revolutionize the way blockchain events manage rewards and ensure trust.



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## Table of Contents

- [About Blockguard](#about-blockguard)

- [Core Features](#core-features)

- [Getting Started](#getting-started)

- [How It Works](#how-it-works)

- [Platform Goals](#platform-goals)

- [Technologies Used](#technologies-used)

- [Contributing](#contributing)

- [License](#license)

- [Contact](#contact)



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## About Blockguard

Blockguard is an accountability platform built on blockchain technology, designed to automate prize distribution and ensure that companies fulfill their financial commitments for events. With blockchain's decentralized nature, Blockguard guarantees transparency and security by utilizing smart contracts for transactions and funds management.



### Why Blockguard?

- **Trustworthy Prize Distribution**: Blockguard ensures that the promised prize funds are securely locked and automatically transferred to the winners once announced.

- **No Delays or Discrepancies**: Once the event concludes, payouts happen instantly without any delays, providing a smooth experience for both organizers and participants.

- **Decentralized Arbitration**: Any disputes regarding the event or payouts are resolved fairly through community voting, ensuring fairness and neutrality.

- **Multi-Event Use**: Blockguard supports a variety of events like hackathons, bounties, and project funding, making it a versatile tool for the blockchain ecosystem.



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## Core Features



### For Blockchain Companies

- **Smart Contract Escrow**: Companies can lock funds in a smart contract before events like hackathons or bounties, ensuring that the prize money is available and ready for distribution.

- **Automated Payouts**: No manual intervention required. As soon as winners are announced, the smart contract automatically releases the funds to their wallets.

- **Reputation System**: The platform tracks a company’s record of fulfilling prize payouts, establishing trust with participants and organizers.

- **Multi-Event Use**:  Ideal for hackathons, bounty programs, and other blockchain-related competitions, helping manage funds efficiently.



### For Developers and Event Participants

- **Guaranteed Payouts**: Developers and participants can trust that the prize money will be sent promptly once the event concludes, removing any uncertainties about prize distribution.

- **Increased Trust**: The transparent nature of smart contracts ensures that participants know their contributions are being fairly rewarded.



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### For Event Organizers

- **Simplified Prize Management**:Event organizers can focus on running the event while Blockguard manages the escrow, prize distribution, and ensures transparency.

- **Reduced Risk of Fraud**: The automated payout system eliminates any chance of fraud or negligence regarding the prize distribution.

- **Transparent Fund Allocation**: The system ensures full visibility of the funds, preventing misuse and mismanagement.



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## Getting Started



###For Blockchain Companies

1. **Sign Up**: Visit  [www.blockguard.xyz](https://blockguard-phi.vercel.app) to create an account for your company.

2. **Lock Funds**: For any event (hackathon, bounty, or funding project), lock the prize funds in a smart contract before the event begins.

3. **Event Management:**: Set the event details, prize distribution conditions, and rules.

4. **Automated Payouts**: Once the event concludes and winners are announced, Blockguard handles the payout automatically, ensuring participants receive their rewards without delay.



### For Participants

1. **Sign Up**: Register for events and create a profile on  [www.blockguard.xyz](https://blockguard-phi.vercel.app)

2. **Participate in Events**: Join hackathons, bounty programs, or other competitions hosted on Blockguard.

3. **Track Prize Distribution**: Monitor the status of the event and trust that the prize will be automatically distributed once the event concludes.



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## How It Works



1. **Smart Contract Escrow:**: Before the event starts, the company locks the prize funds in a smart contract on the blockchain.

2. **Event Execution**: Event organizers conduct their event (hackathon, bounty, etc.), and participants compete.

3. **Winner Announcement**: Once the winners are announced, the platform automatically triggers the smart contract.

4. **Reputation and Transparency**: The smart contract automatically releases the funds to the winners' wallets, ensuring prompt prize distribution.

5.  **Automated Payouts**: The company’s reputation for fulfilling prize commitments is tracked on the platform, building trust within the community.



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## Platform Goals



- **Transparency and Trust**: Provide a system where participants can rely on the promise of fair, automatic payouts.

- **Accountability in Blockchain Events**: Ensure that companies hold up their end of the agreement by locking funds before events and automating prize distribution.

- **Decentralized Arbitration**: Allow for community voting on disputes to ensure a fair resolution process.



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## Technologies Used



BBlockguard is built on top of blockchain technology, ensuring decentralization and security.



- **Ethereum Blockchain**: For secure, transparent smart contracts and transaction handling.

- **IPFS**: Decentralized storage for event details, contracts, and participant data.

- **Smart Contracts**: Automate prize distribution, ensuring funds are only released when winners are confirmed.

- **React**: Frontend development for a dynamic and responsive user experience.

- **Next.js**: Backend infrastructure for handling platform operations and data management.



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## Contributing



We welcome contributions to make Blockguard better! To contribute:



1. Fork the repository.

2. Create a new branch (`feature/your-feature-name`).

3. Make your changes and commit them.

4. Open a pull request with a detailed description of your work.



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## License



This project is licensed under the MIT License - see the [LICENSE](./LICENSE) file for details.



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## Contact



Have questions, feedback, or suggestions? Reach out to us:



- **Email**: [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected])  

- **LinkedIn**: [@Rubikcon](https://www.linkedin.com/company/rubicon-consults/)  

- **Website**: [www.blockguard.xyz](https://blockguard-phi.vercel.app)



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