Monad is currently organizing a pitch competition named 'Monad Madness,' which features $1 million in grants for builders. The competition will take place in two locations: New York City from October 2 to 4 and Seoul from December 6 to 8. The application deadline for the New York City event is August 28, 2024, allowing participants to submit their pitch decks even if they are not finalized. Monad is also seeking to build a fully on-chain perpetual decentralized exchange (Perp DEX) on the Monad platform, with roles available for a Founding Engineer, Head of Growth, and Head of Product. Additionally, Monad is offering elevated support for participants in the pitch competition, emphasizing its commitment to fostering innovation within the ecosystem. Applications for the Research Scholars Program are due on August 30, 2024, with resources available to assist applicants.