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"Decentralized Artificial Intelligence through Controlled Emergence (DICE)" is currently closed and not accepting applications.
Decentralized Artificial Intelligence through Controlled Emergence (DICE) is sponsored by Department of Defense (DARPA). DARPA's DICE program seeks innovative decentralized AI solutions for autonomous, resilient multi-agent systems in contested environments. VERALIX's focus on AI governance and blockchain could align with the decentralized AI aspect.
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Opportunity Listing - Decentralized Artificial Intelligence through Controlled Emergence (DICE) Decentralized Artificial Intelligence through Controlled Emergence (DICE) Agency: DARPA - Information Processing Technologies Office Assistance Listings: 12. 910 -- Research and Technology Development Last Updated: July 14, 2026 View version history on Grants.
gov 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. 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.
Grantor contact information File name Description Last updated HR001126S0010. pdf HR001126S0010. pdf Jun 10, 2026 02:08 PM UTC A1_-_DICE_Abstract_Template.
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pptx P3 - DICE Proposal Summary Slide Template Jun 10, 2026 02:08 PM UTC P4_-_DARPA_Standard_Cost_Proposal_Spreadsheet. xlsx P4 - DARPA Standard Cost Proposal Spreadsheet Jun 10, 2026 02:08 PM UTC CF_Biographical_Sketch. pdf CF Biographical Sketch Jun 10, 2026 02:08 PM UTC CF_Biographical_Sketch_Sample.
docx CF Biographical Sketch Sample Jun 10, 2026 02:08 PM UTC CF_Other_Support. pdf CF Other Support Jun 10, 2026 02:08 PM UTC CF_Other_Support_Sample. docx CF Other Support Sample Jun 10, 2026 02:08 PM UTC Associate_Contractor_Agreement.
docx Associate Contractor Agreement Jun 10, 2026 02:08 PM UTC DICE_CUIG_APR_2026_v1. 0. pdf DICE Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) Guide Jun 10, 2026 02:08 PM UTC HR001126S0010-Amendment-01.
pdf HR001126S0010-Amendment-01. pdf Jul 14, 2026 03:17 PM UTC Link to additional information SAM. gov Contract Opportunities Funding opportunity number : Cost sharing or matching requirement : Funding instrument type : Opportunity Category Explanation : Category of Funding Activity : Science technology and other research and development Your account requires additional identity verification.
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: All responsible sources capable of satisfying the Government's needs may submit a proposal. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The published deadline was August 25, 2026, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
Decentralized Artificial Intelligence through Controlled Emergence (DICE) is funded by Department of Defense (DARPA). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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