by TxPipe - Cardano Buidler Fest Buenos Aires 2026

[Proposal setup] Proposal title

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by TxPipe - Cardano Buidler Fest Buenos Aires 2026

[Proposal Summary] Budget Information

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60000

[Proposal Summary] Time

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4

[Proposal Summary] Translation Information

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No

Original Language

en

[Proposal Summary] Problem Statement

What is the problem you want to solve?

South America lacks a flagship, developer‑only Cardano event that convenes global builders for collaboration, hands‑on learning, and open knowledge sharing.

[Proposal Summary] Supporting Documentation

Supporting links

• https://txpipe.io
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• https://buidl.2024.cardano.org/
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• https://www.youtube.com/@buidler_fest

[Proposal Summary] Project Dependencies

Does your project have any dependencies on other organizations, technical or otherwise?

No

Describe any dependencies or write 'No dependencies'

No dependencies

[Proposal Summary] Project Open Source

Will your project's outputs be fully open source?

Yes

License and Additional Information

All relevant project sources will be fully open source, including event documentation, videos, and resources shared during the event.

[Theme Selection] Theme

Please choose the most relevant theme and tag related to the outcomes of your proposal

Events

[Campaign Category] Category Questions

Who you’re targeting, how you’ll reach them, and why this matters for Cardano.

We target global Cardano builders, connecting through ambassadors, TxPipe’s developer community, and ecosystem channels. This event will expand skills, foster collaboration, and strengthen Cardano’s developer base.

Provide a list of key activities of your project?

Deliver a 2-day event in Buenos Aires with talks, workshops, and hack sessions. Activities include call for speakers, publishing program, documenting outputs, capturing media, and sharing resources for lasting use.

What are your success metrics?

Success metrics: number and diversity of builders attending, quality and impact of workshops and talks, amount of open documentation produced, media coverage, and ongoing developers engagement beyond the event.

[Your Project and Solution] Solution

Please describe your proposed solution and how it addresses the problem

Builder Fest in Toulouse 2024 and Vietnam 2025 proved the success of a format designed to bring together Cardano developers and builders in a collaborative, hands‑on, open environment. Builder Fest Buenos Aires 2026 takes the next step, bringing the event to South America with the objective of attracting developers and builders from all over the world.

Event structure:

• Day 1: Technical presentations, specialized talks, and workshops focused on development.
• Day 2: Open co‑creation sessions to promote practical collaboration and technical networking.

This edition will be organized in partnership with key actors in the global Cardano community, ensuring a relevant, inclusive, and high‑impact experience for the ecosystem.

Past editions of the Builder Fest have done a perfect job of defining the spirit and essence of the event. We have a strong mandate to continue this tradition and maintain the ethos of the event:

• It is a conference for Devs by Devs
• It has a strict focus on tech (not business, not marketing)
• The content of the event will be driven by its participants

[Your Project and Solution] Impact

Please define the positive impact your project will have on the wider Cardano community

Building on previous editions, Cardano Builder Fest Buenos Aires 2026 will create a collaborative platform to strengthen connections between developers and builders worldwide. The event will foster deeper technical relationships and spark new collaborations, leading to potential joint projects within the ecosystem.

An open‑event format with informal conference elements will encourage innovation through hands‑on workshops and collaborative coding sessions, producing tangible results and valuable learning opportunities. The event will also generate open‑access multimedia content such as videos, photos, and interviews to be shared across community channels, showcasing the global Cardano builder community and attracting new technical contributors.

This comprehensive approach will serve as a catalyst for long‑term collaboration and sustainable growth in the Cardano ecosystem.

[Your Project and Solution] Capabilities & Feasibility

What is your capability to deliver your project with high levels of trust and accountability? How do you intend to validate if your approach is feasible?

This project is led by TxPipe, an established infrastructure and development company in the Cardano ecosystem, together with experienced community contributors.

• TxPipe: Strong track record in organizing technical workshops across Latin America, with a team experienced in coordinating scientific and technology‑focused events.
• Lucas Macchiavelli (Co‑proposer): Cardano Ambassador with extensive community reach and experience organizing Cardano meetups in Argentina and Latin America.
• Mauro Andreoli (Co‑proposer): Cardano Ambassador with a large following in the community and experience organizing major blockchain events such as Argentina Digital Nation, Cardano Constitutional Workshop 2024, and multiple Cardano meetups.

The combination of technical expertise, event organization experience, and strong outreach capabilities ensures successful delivery.

[Milestones] Project Milestones

Milestone Title

Event Planning and Organization

Milestone Outputs

Confirm, contract, and secure the event venue, ensuring all technical requirements, accessibility, safety, and logistical conditions are met to guarantee readiness and successful event execution on the planned dates.

Acceptance Criteria

Venue booking document available and a document describing the venue facilities and a justification of its election. We will also provide images of the venue to the reviewers as well a other materials related to the venue ammenities.

Evidence of Completion

Copy or link to the venue booking document (PDF/image). Venue website link and document with venue selection justification.

Delivery Month

1

Cost

18000

Progress

30 %

Milestone Title

Agenda Definition and Communication Campaign

Milestone Outputs

Launch the event website with the full agenda and dates, including designs, branding, and a speaker proposal feature; publish the complete event program; and finalize the ‘Call for Speakers’ campaign.

Acceptance Criteria

Launch and maintain the official event website, ensuring it is live, accessible, and up to date; publish full agenda and visual designs; make the complete program available online; and finalize the Call for Speakers campaign with all submissions closed.

Evidence of Completion

Provide public URLs to the official website, agenda and program pages, plus branding and design assets for verification.

Delivery Month

2

Cost

18000

Progress

60 %

Milestone Title

Hosting of Two‑Day Event in Argentina

Milestone Outputs

Successfully deliver the full two-day Builder Fest event in Buenos Aires, executing all sessions, workshops, and activities in line with the published program, ensuring participation, engagement, and technical quality throughout.

Acceptance Criteria

The event is fully executed in accordance with the published program; participant attendance is validated and recorded; and comprehensive media coverage, including photos and videos, is successfully captured and archived.

Evidence of Completion

Share public links to the official event summary, complete photo gallery, and recorded video sessions for open community access.

Delivery Month

3

Cost

15000

Progress

90 %

Milestone Title

Documentation and Reporting

Milestone Outputs

Prepare, finalize, and submit the comprehensive Project Closeout Report together with the official Closeout Video, fully aligned with Catalyst requirements and made publicly accessible for the community.

Acceptance Criteria

The final closeout report and accompanying video are completed, published online, and made publicly accessible through open links, ensuring transparency, accountability, and easy verification by the Catalyst community.

Evidence of Completion

Provide public links granting open community access to the final project closeout report and the official closeout video.

Delivery Month

4

Cost

9000

Progress

100 %

[Final Pitch] Budget & Costs

Please provide a cost breakdown of the proposed work and resources

• Venue and Facilities = ADA 50,000
• Catering = ADA 11,667
• Production and Materials = ADA 8,333
• Accommodation and Travel for main speakers = ADA 13,333
• Logistics and Planning = ADA 16,667

ADA/USD rate = 0.6

The total budget for this proposal is ₳100,000. Of this, ₳60,000 will be requested from Catalyst, while the remaining ₳40,000 will be secured through sponsorships. If sponsor contributions do not reach the expected amount, TxPipe will cover the difference to ensure delivery.

This funding guarantees the event can be executed successfully as planned. Any resources exceeding the target, whether through additional sponsorships or a more favorable ADA/USD exchange rate, will be reinvested to improve service quality and enhance the overall participant experience.

[Final Pitch] Value for Money

How does the cost of the project represent value for the Cardano ecosystem?

This event delivers exceptional value for Catalyst’s investment:

High-impact global engagement with developers from multiple continents.

Cost efficiency leveraging Buenos Aires’ competitive event costs compared to major hubs.

Strong community involvement reduces staffing costs and maximizes budget for content and activities.

Open-source outputs ensuring lasting educational and technical benefits for the ecosystem.

[Required Acknowledgements] Consent & Confirmation

Terms and Conditions:

Yes