xTechScalable AI
ID: A244-P006Type: Phase II
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Topic

xTechScalable AI

Agency

Agency: DODBranch: ARMY

Program

Type: SBIRPhase: Phase II

Topic Link

https://www.dodsbirsttr.mil/topics-app/

Additional Information

https://www.dodsbirsttr.mil/topics-app/
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    Description

    The U.S. Army is inviting small businesses to participate in the xTechScalable Artificial Intelligence (AI) competition, aimed at fostering innovation in AI technologies that can address the Army's current needs. The competition seeks novel and disruptive concepts to enhance the security and effectiveness of AI models, particularly in mitigating vulnerabilities associated with machine learning pipelines and adversarial AI techniques. This initiative is crucial for integrating non-traditional innovators into the Department of Defense's Science and Technology ecosystem and ensuring the development of robust AI solutions. Interested entities must submit their proposals by September 10, 2024, to be considered for a Direct to Phase II Army Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) award, with additional details available at the provided source link.

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