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AGILE (Agile and Rapid Defence Innovation) is a new fast-track funding programme proposed by the European Commission in March 2026 to accelerate the deployment of defence technologies from development to operational use within 1-3 years. The initial pilot allocates at least €115 million to support approximately 20-30 projects.
AGILE focuses specifically on disruptive defence innovations including mission-driven AI systems for military decision-making and situational awareness, autonomous systems, quantum computing, advanced robotics, drones, and counter-UAS (C-UAS) technologies.
Unlike traditional EU programmes, AGILE provides up to 100% funding for all eligible costs and includes a retroactive clause allowing companies to claim expenses incurred up to 3 months before the application deadline. The programme aims to reduce the application-to-grant period to just 4 months, dramatically faster than existing EU instruments.
AGILE is designed specifically to support small and medium-sized enterprises and startups with innovative defence technologies. The programme is pending formal adoption by the European Parliament and Council and is expected to become operational in 2027.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), startups, and companies with innovative defence technologies based in EU member states. Focused on entities that can deliver technologies ready for testing, validation, and operational use by armed forces within 1-3 years. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows €115 million (~$126 million) initial pilot phase funding 20-30 projects at up to 100% of eligible costs. Estimated €3.8-5.75 million per project. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
EU AGILE Defence Innovation Programme for AI Drones and Autonomous Systems is funded by European Commission. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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EQUAL Compute Network is an IDRC-funded initiative to address compute inequities limiting Global South participation in frontier AI research. The network supports researchers, public-interest compute providers, and policy actors in Africa, Latin America, South Asia, and Southeast Asia to evaluate compute needs, build shared compute infrastructure, develop pooled access models, and inform national AI compute strategies. Sub-grants fund research nodes, pilot deployments of shared compute clusters, and policy analysis on compute access. Aligns with the wider AI4D portfolio and complements Canadian and EU compute sovereignty initiatives.
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