Competition
Critical Technologies Challenge / Defense Innovation Challenge
Closed
This call is closed. The page stays up for reference; check the official page for the next round.
The Critical Technologies Challenge accelerates innovations aligned with national technology priorities, including advanced materials, manufacturing, and defense tech. Selected applicants pitch in person to industry, investment, and national security decision-makers.
Key facts
- Organiser
- TechConnect
- Deadline
- No fixed deadline
- Amount
- Not stated
- Equity
- Not stated
- Entry fee
- Fee required
- Open to
- Not stated
- Sectors
- AI and machine learning, Biotech, Climate and energy, Deeptech and hardware, Industry and manufacturing, Space and aerospace
- Format
- In person
- Location
- Austin, United States
- Application languages
- English
Verified on September 28, 2026 against the official page.
Facts are summarised from the official page and can change without notice. Always confirm the rules and deadline there before you apply.