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The DICE program seeks to develop the theory and algorithms for decentralized coordination and local inference control to enable a scalable, adaptive, and resilient collective of heterogeneous AI agents that can autonomously execute sustained long-time-horizon missions in contested environments while remaining under human control. In contrast to small-scale, rigid, and fragile centralized orchestration or the high-risk unpredictable nature of ad hoc compositions of AI agents, DICE aims to harness the scalability and adaptability of self-organizing systems while minimizing risks and ensuring that the collective behavior remains predictable and aligned with intended outcomes. This approach mirrors the principles of decentralized self-organization that underpin the internet's own scalability and resilience, where robust global behavior emerges from simple, local rules.
Funding Opportunity Number: HR001126S0010. Assistance Listing: 12.910. Funding Instrument: CA,O,PC. Category: ST.
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Search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Eligible applicants: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification). All responsible sources capable of satisfying the Government's needs may submit a proposal that shall be considered by DARPA. See the Eligibility Information section of the BAA for more information. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Applications for Decentralized Artificial Intelligence through Controlled Emergence (DICE) are due August 25, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
Yes — Decentralized Artificial Intelligence through Controlled Emergence (DICE) is offered by DARPA - Information Processing Technologies Office and this listing comes from Grants.gov, an official U.S. federal source. Federal applications generally require registrations (for example SAM.gov or an agency submission portal), so allow extra lead time.
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