xTech’s Post

Attention #HBCU #undergrad students –– we’re excited to announce that #xTechHBCU #Student is back and open for submissions! This year we’re focusing on #autonomy, or #power and #energy, and asking students to submit their innovative ideas to help the US Army. Check out our website to learn more about the competition structure, prizes and more! https://lnkd.in/egduS2kk

Have you been checking out our #xTechScalable #AI 2 #ProjectLinchpin competition? Do you have questions before submitting your white paper?   Good news –– we’re hosting an Ask Me Anything session on May 2. This is a great way to connect with US Army representatives to learn more about the #xTech Program, the competition, and to get your burning questions answered.   RSVP at the link below and be on the lookout for a Microsoft Teams invite.   https://lnkd.in/enRcsPj7  

#TipTuesday Innovators, mark your calendars! Aberdeen Proving Ground is having their annual Advance Planning Briefing to Industry on April 23-25.  The goal of the APG APBI is to describe potential future contracting opportunities for critical mission areas. This is a great way to learn more about what technologies the US Army is looking for and to hear directly from the experts.  If you're interested in learning more about the xTech and Army SBIR|STTR Program, Zeke Topolosky, Deputy of the #Army #SBIR Program will be speaking on Thursday, April 25 at 2 p.m. E.T. Make sure you RSVP. There are in-person and virtual options available.  https://lnkd.in/dzqCbSK5

You know, when it comes to #xTech competitions, there’s always going to be prize money on the line. The total prize pool for #xTechScalable #AI 2 #ProjectLinchpin is $603,000. This is non-dilutive prize money for your #SmallBusiness to use how you deem fit. Additionally, at the end of the competition, there will be the opportunity to submit a proposal for either a Phase I or Direct to Phase II US Army #SBIR contract. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to aid Project Linchpin. We can’t wait to see what you come up with! https://lnkd.in/e8dEHgRV

Great news, innovators! If you’ve been looking at #xTechScalable #AI 2 #ProjectLinchpin, we have an event you won’t want to miss. We’re hosting an informational webinar at 2 p.m. ET on May 2. Join #xTech Program leadership and competition experts to learn more about what technologies we’re looking for and how your #SmallBusiness can answer the call. RSVP today and make sure you check it out before submitting your three-page white paper!  https://lnkd.in/enRcsPj7

#TipTuesday AI’s capabilities open the door to new efficiencies and ways of operating that no human has done before, leading to rapid adoption and implementation in government sectors.   Meagan Metzger, founder and CEO of Dcode, recently joined The Daily Scoop Podcast to offer insight on the rapid evolution and adoption of #AI, and how people are playing a role in its integration. https://lnkd.in/gPSYnVuV

Don’t worry, innovators, there is still plenty of time to submit your three-page white paper to #xTechScalable #AI 2 #ProjectLinchpin. We have three different focus areas for you to submit to, with the overall goal of finding scalable solutions in support of Project Linchpin and the fight against adversarial AI. Head over to our website to learn all the details and read over the three focus areas. The submission deadline is 5 p.m. ET on May 17. https://lnkd.in/e8dEHgRV

The White House has requested $3 billion for federal agencies to develop more #AI capabilities in FY25. Two key priorities of the budget include a focus on advancing AI across the federal government and enhancing the recruitment of AI tech talent. Read this article for further details on how the administration plans to allocate their funding. https://lnkd.in/efQh2-U3

We want to congratulate the 50 #SmallBusiness finalists that have advanced to the final round of #xTechSearch 8! Finalists will now conduct a virtual technology pitch to our panel of US Army experts, further demonstrating why their innovative solution is beneficial to the #Army. Winners will receive additional prize money and will have the opportunity to submit a proposal for a Phase I #SBIR contract of up to $250,000. Head over to our website to check the finalists out! https://lnkd.in/dWyX2YEf

We’re still reeling from the excitement of #SXSW and we hope you’ve had time to check out our newest competition. #xTechScalable #AI 2 #ProjectLinchpin provides a forum for innovators to share their novel, world-class AI technologies with the United States Department of Defense. With focus areas aligned to Project Linchpin, xTechScalable AI 2 Project Linchpin also helps the #DoD integrate nontraditional vendors into its science and technology ecosystem by offering up to $603,000 in cash prizes, and the opportunity to submit proposals for a Phase I or Direct to Phase II US Army #SBIR contract. Submit your three-page white papers before May 17 to be considered! https://lnkd.in/e8dEHgRV