Awards

SoPets Wins 1st Place in Port 63 Challenge! 🏆

SoPets team winning Port 63 Challenge

We're thrilled to announce that SoPets has secured first place in the Web3 category at the NTU Port63 Challenge! Our vision of creating a social-driven digital pet ecosystem where NFT pets evolve through real-world interactions captured the judges' imagination and earned us the top spot. 🎉

Meet the Team Behind SoPets


  • Lee Yue Hang - NTU Undergraduate, College of Computing and Data Science
  • Soong Jun Shen (Bryan) - NTU Undergraduate, College of Computing and Data Science
  • Jani Lim Hui - NTU Undergraduate, School of Art Design and Media

The Port63 Challenge Journey


The Final Pitch Day on March 14, 2025, marked the culmination of an intensive six-month journey. Competing against 14 finalist teams across three themes - Web3, Social Impact, and Public Safety and Security - our team showcased how SoPets is revolutionizing the way people interact with digital companions.


Throughout the challenge, we benefited from invaluable workshops, mentorship sessions, and exclusive site tours provided by NTU I&E and industry partners, including HackQuest, SG Enable, and Hatch. These experiences were instrumental in refining our vision for SoPets.

Port 63 Challenge Event
Port 63 Challenge Presentation
Port 63 Challenge Team
Port 63 Challenge Award Ceremony

Impact and Innovation

The Port63 Challenge exemplifies the transformative power of innovation challenges in providing students with hands-on, immersive learning experiences. As a flagship program of NTU Innovation and Entrepreneurship, it goes beyond conventional education, enabling participants to apply their knowledge and tackle real-world challenges head-on.


Our success in the Web3 category validates our vision for SoPets and motivates us to continue pushing boundaries in digital pet companionship. We're excited to bring this vision to life and create meaningful connections in the digital world.

What's Next for SoPets?

This victory is just the beginning! We're working hard to bring SoPets to life, and we can't wait to share our progress with you. Want to know what's coming next? Check out our detailed roadmap to see our exciting plans for the future!