We’re thrilled to announce the winner of Orochi Network's Scholarship Road to Devcon, a program dedicated to supporting talented builders and researchers on their journey to Devcon 2023, the premier conference for Ethereum developers worldwide.

The Scholars were selected based on their exceptional technical skills, innovative ideas, and strong commitment to the Cryptography ecosystem. Each winner demonstrated a deep understanding of blockchain technology, a passion for decentralized applications, and the potential to make significant contributions to the industry.

After a rigorous selection process, **Chung Nguyen has **been chosen as the recipient of the Orochi Scholarship. 

**Chung Nguyen **is a promising ZKP researcher from Vietnam National University - Ho Chi Minh City University of Science. Check his Github: https://github.com/galin-chung-nguyen

Chung has diverse experiences, ranging from leading complex software projects to conducting cutting-edge research, highlighting his potential to make significant contributions to the field of technology. His recent role as a project lead for a private outsourced medical project showcased his ability to lead and inspire teams, manage complex projects, and deliver impactful solutions. Furthermore, his research in blockchain technology and his impressive track record in competitive programming competitions, including the ICPC and Vietnam Olympiad of Informatics, further underscore his intellectual prowess and problem-solving abilities. Given his exceptional qualifications and passion for Cryptography

Winners of the Orochi Scholarship will receive a truly exceptional opportunity. In addition to an all-expenses-paid trip, that covers round-trip flights, accommodation, meals, transportation in one week and a Devcon ticket. Chung Nguyen will join the Orochi Network team as ZKP interns. Under the direct guidance of the Orochi's Founder, Chung will conduct in-depth research on zero-knowledge proofs, aiming to contribute to the advancement of the field through academic publications. Moreover, Chung will benefit from a robust network of cryptography experts, facilitating knowledge exchange and collaboration.

Orochi Network is the R&D company building the world’s first Zero-Knowledge Modular Data Availability Layer (zkMDAL), solving critical scalability, privacy, and data integrity challenges in blockchain ecosystems. We commit to empowering builders and researchers to shape the future of decentralized applications. This scholarship program is part of our mission to foster innovation and collaboration within the Web3 community.

By providing financial support, mentorship, and networking opportunities, we aim to equip talented individuals like Chung Nguyen with the tools and resources they need to succeed.

We believe that Chung's participation in Devcon will not only enrich his own journey but also contribute to the global advancement of Web3 technology.

Congratulations once again to Chung Nguyen! We can't wait to see the incredible contributions he will make to the future of Web3.