Lithuanian Riflemen’s Union Hackathon

Lithuanian Riflemen’s Union Hackathon

Flaming Shield: Mission AI 2025

Create and develop defence, cyber security and space technology solutions to strengthen Europe’s resilience.

October 10-12, 2025, Kaunas

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About the hackathon

This is more than just a hackathon – it is the front line of innovation, where bold ideas are forged into solutions for a safer, stronger Baltics and New Nordics.For three high-intensity days, you and your team will dive deep into targeted, high-value insights from Lithuania’s and the Nordic region’s leading innovation experts, ambitious tech startup founders, business mentors, and defence industry analysts.

The Lithuanian Riflemen’s Union, together with the Tech-Park Kaunas startup community, is calling on tech builders, visionary thinkers, and sharp, curious minds to step-up and prove what you can do.

Join the innovators’ ranks – your engineering breakthrough, robotics prototype, cyber defence tool, or even a radical lab experiment could evolve into a mission-ready answer to today’s most urgent security threats. The spotlight of this year’s hackathon: Artificial Intelligence and how it can transform the modern battlefield.

If tech runs through your veins – whether you are constructing drones, building algorithms, or crunching massive datasets – assemble your crew (minimum of two people) and sign up.

Bring your idea, and you will be backed by exprienced professionals and experts in innovation, AI, product design, finance, and defence, all ready to help you transform it into a powerful, actionable concept. When the time comes to pitch, your solution will be showcased to a panel of investors and industry leaders who can open the doors to real-world impact.

No concept yet, but ready to make things happen? Jump in and tackle real-life challenges from business, government, and critical infrastructure sectors – and make your mark where it matters most.

The thematic areas of the hackathon cover the entire spectrum of modern defense:

  • air, land, and water drones;

  • cybersecurity and electronic warfare; 

  • artificial intelligence and autonomous systems; 

  • mines and demining; 

  • space technologies; 

  • simulation and training technologies; 

  • military medical solutions, food supplies, equipment; 

  • materials and components.

This is more than just a hackathon – it is the front line of innovation, where bold ideas are forged into solutions for a safer, stronger Baltics and New Nordics.For three high-intensity days, you and your team will dive deep into targeted, high-value insights from Lithuania’s and the Nordic region’s leading innovation experts, ambitious tech startup founders, business mentors, and defence industry analysts.

The Lithuanian Riflemen’s Union, together with the Tech-Park Kaunas startup community, is calling on tech builders, visionary thinkers, and sharp, curious minds to step-up and prove what you can do.

Join the innovators’ ranks – your engineering breakthrough, robotics prototype, cyber defence tool, or even a radical lab experiment could evolve into a mission-ready answer to today’s most urgent security threats. The spotlight of this year’s hackathon: Artificial Intelligence and how it can transform the modern battlefield.

If tech runs through your veins – whether you are constructing drones, building algorithms, or crunching massive datasets – assemble your crew (minimum of two people) and sign up.

Bring your idea, and you will be backed by exprienced professionals and experts in innovation, AI, product design, finance, and defence, all ready to help you transform it into a powerful, actionable concept. When the time comes to pitch, your solution will be showcased to a panel of investors and industry leaders who can open the doors to real-world impact.

No concept yet, but ready to make things happen? Jump in and tackle real-life challenges from business, government, and critical infrastructure sectors – and make your mark where it matters most.

The thematic areas of the hackathon cover the entire spectrum of modern defence:

  • air, land, and water drones;

  • cybersecurity and electronic warfare; 

  • artificial intelligence and autonomous systems; 

  • mines and demining; 

  • space technologies; 

  • simulation and training technologies; 

  • military medical solutions, food supplies, equipment; 

  • materials and components.

Hackathon challenges

Effective detection of intrusions and attacks using network traffic metadata

Effective detection of intrusions and attacks using network traffic metadata

Effective detection of intrusions and attacks using network traffic metadata

Effective detection of intrusions and attacks using network traffic metadata

Effective detection of intrusions and attacks using network traffic metadata

AI assisted Reverse Engineering / Forensics

AI assisted Reverse Engineering / Forensics

AI assisted Reverse Engineering / Forensics

AI assisted Reverse Engineering / Forensics

AI assisted Reverse Engineering / Forensics

Neutralising hostile FPV drones

Neutralising hostile FPV drones

Neutralising hostile FPV drones

Neutralising hostile FPV drones

Neutralising hostile FPV drones

Long-range drone platform

Long-range drone platform

Long-range drone platform

Long-range drone platform

Long-range drone platform

Stratospheric reconnaissance platform

Stratospheric reconnaissance platform

Stratospheric reconnaissance platform

Stratospheric reconnaissance platform

Stratospheric reconnaissance platform

Integrated remote control solutions (air, land, sea)

Integrated remote control solutions (air, land, sea)

Integrated remote control solutions (air, land, sea)

Integrated remote control solutions (air, land, sea)

Integrated remote control solutions (air, land, sea)

Countering hostile unmanned systems

Countering hostile unmanned systems

Countering hostile unmanned systems

Countering hostile unmanned systems

Countering hostile unmanned systems

Quantum shield – post-quantum tactical communication system

Quantum shield – post-quantum tactical communication system

Quantum shield – post-quantum tactical communication system

Quantum shield – post-quantum tactical communication system

Quantum shield – post-quantum tactical communication system

Cyber battle sandbox

Cyber battle sandbox

Cyber battle sandbox

Cyber battle sandbox

Cyber battle sandbox

Network on the move – LoRa / HAM ad hoc communication

Network on the move – LoRa / HAM ad hoc communication

Network on the move – LoRa / HAM ad hoc communication

Network on the move – LoRa / HAM ad hoc communication

Network on the move – LoRa / HAM ad hoc communication

Why join the Hackathon?

Your strategic launchpad

Bring your vision – this is where it becomes reality. With the backing of seasoned mentors, your idea can evolve into a viable product with real-world potential.

Your strategic launchpad

Bring your vision – this is where it becomes reality. With the backing of seasoned mentors, your idea can evolve into a viable product with real-world potential.

Your strategic launchpad

Bring your vision – this is where it becomes reality. With the backing of seasoned mentors, your idea can evolve into a viable product with real-world potential.

Your strategic launchpad

Bring your vision – this is where it becomes reality. With the backing of seasoned mentors, your idea can evolve into a viable product with real-world potential.

Your strategic launchpad

Bring your vision – this is where it becomes reality. With the backing of seasoned mentors, your idea can evolve into a viable product with real-world potential.

Rapid MVP testing

Three intense days – the perfect sprint to build a prototype or first version, and get instant, expert feedback to refine it on the spot.

Rapid MVP testing

Three intense days – the perfect sprint to build a prototype or first version, and get instant, expert feedback to refine it on the spot.

Rapid MVP testing

Three intense days – the perfect sprint to build a prototype or first version, and get instant, expert feedback to refine it on the spot.

Rapid MVP testing

Three intense days – the perfect sprint to build a prototype or first version, and get instant, expert feedback to refine it on the spot.

Rapid MVP testing

Three intense days – the perfect sprint to build a prototype or first version, and get instant, expert feedback to refine it on the spot.

Engineering prototype support

In partnership with Lemona company, we will equip participants working on engineering solutions with the components they need. Mark your requirements when you register.

Engineering prototype support

In partnership with Lemona company, we will equip participants working on engineering solutions with the components they need. Mark your requirements when you register.

Engineering prototype support

In partnership with Lemona company, we will equip participants working on engineering solutions with the components they need. Mark your requirements when you register.

Engineering prototype support

In partnership with Lemona company, we will equip participants working on engineering solutions with the components they need. Mark your requirements when you register.

Engineering prototype support

In partnership with Lemona company, we will equip participants working on engineering solutions with the components they need. Mark your requirements when you register.

Defence and innovation experts

Consult with specialists in cyber security, defence innovation, space tech, product development, and IT – and get insights from people who truly understand the field from the inside.

Defence and innovation experts

Consult with specialists in cyber security, defence innovation, space tech, product development, and IT – and get insights from people who truly understand the field from the inside.

Defence and innovation experts

Consult with specialists in cyber security, defence innovation, space tech, product development, and IT – and get insights from people who truly understand the field from the inside.

Defence and innovation experts

Consult with specialists in cyber security, defence innovation, space tech, product development, and IT – and get insights from people who truly understand the field from the inside.

Defence and innovation experts

Consult with specialists in cyber security, defence innovation, space tech, product development, and IT – and get insights from people who truly understand the field from the inside.

Prize fund for impact

This is not just about financial rewards for the winning teams. Alongside the 1000 Eur Hostinger prize for the best cyber security solution, you will also gain access to innovation preaccelerators to take your concept further.

Prize fund for impact

This is not just about financial rewards for the winning teams. Alongside the 1000 Eur Hostinger prize for the best cyber security solution, you will also gain access to innovation preaccelerators to take your concept further.

Prize fund for impact

This is not just about financial rewards for the winning teams. Alongside the 1000 Eur Hostinger prize for the best cyber security solution, you will also gain access to innovation preaccelerators to take your concept further.

Prize fund for impact

This is not just about financial rewards for the winning teams. Alongside the 1000 Eur Hostinger prize for the best cyber security solution, you will also gain access to innovation preaccelerators to take your concept further.

Prize fund for impact

This is not just about financial rewards for the winning teams. Alongside the 1000 Eur Hostinger prize for the best cyber security solution, you will also gain access to innovation preaccelerators to take your concept further.

Supportive, driven community

Three days of inspiring momentum, valuable contacts, and idea-sharing – surrounded by people who care about making an impact.

Supportive, driven community

Three days of inspiring momentum, valuable contacts, and idea-sharing – surrounded by people who care about making an impact.

Supportive, driven community

Three days of inspiring momentum, valuable contacts, and idea-sharing – surrounded by people who care about making an impact.

Supportive, driven community

Three days of inspiring momentum, valuable contacts, and idea-sharing – surrounded by people who care about making an impact.

Supportive, driven community

Three days of inspiring momentum, valuable contacts, and idea-sharing – surrounded by people who care about making an impact.

Gateway to the defence innovation ecosystem

This event opens the door to Europe’s rapidly growing defence technology sector – from public procurement opportunities to partnerships with national defence institutions.

Gateway to the defence innovation ecosystem

This event opens the door to Europe’s rapidly growing defence technology sector – from public procurement opportunities to partnerships with national defence institutions.

Gateway to the defence innovation ecosystem

This event opens the door to Europe’s rapidly growing defence technology sector – from public procurement opportunities to partnerships with national defence institutions.

Gateway to the defence innovation ecosystem

This event opens the door to Europe’s rapidly growing defence technology sector – from public procurement opportunities to partnerships with national defence institutions.

Gateway to the defence innovation ecosystem

This event opens the door to Europe’s rapidly growing defence technology sector – from public procurement opportunities to partnerships with national defence institutions.

Interdisciplinary thinking and defence challenges

Want to join but not sure what to build? Pick from real challenges submitted by organisations. This is where diverse domains meet – from physics and chemistry to AI, UX, and military tactics.

Interdisciplinary thinking and defence challenges

Want to join but not sure what to build? Pick from real challenges submitted by organisations. This is where diverse domains meet – from physics and chemistry to AI, UX, and military tactics.

Interdisciplinary thinking and defence challenges

Want to join but not sure what to build? Pick from real challenges submitted by organisations. This is where diverse domains meet – from physics and chemistry to AI, UX, and military tactics.

Interdisciplinary thinking and defence challenges

Want to join but not sure what to build? Pick from real challenges submitted by organisations. This is where diverse domains meet – from physics and chemistry to AI, UX, and military tactics.

Interdisciplinary thinking and defence challenges

Want to join but not sure what to build? Pick from real challenges submitted by organisations. This is where diverse domains meet – from physics and chemistry to AI, UX, and military tactics.

Depending on the startup’s needs, stage, and level of innovation, the investment in each company can reach up to 3 Eur million. In the long term, Baltic Sandbox Ventures is prepared to invest up to 125,000 Eur in high-potential startups.

Depending on the startup’s needs, stage, and level of innovation, the investment in each company can reach up to 3 Eur million. In the long term, Baltic Sandbox Ventures is prepared to invest up to 125,000 Eur in high-potential startups.

Depending on the startup’s needs, stage, and level of innovation, the investment in each company can reach up to 3 Eur million. In the long term, Baltic Sandbox Ventures is prepared to invest up to 125,000 Eur in high-potential startups.

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Capture the Flag (CTF) Game

Get inside a hacker’s mind and put your cyber skills to the test in the high-stakes Capture the Flag (CTF) virtual battlefield!

The Lithuanian Riflemen’s Union Cyber Security Unit Lizdeika invites young (under 19) cybersecurity enthusiasts to take part in the Capture the Flag competition on 11–12 October.

All senior cybersecurity professionals and IT specialists are invited to register for the hackathon, where you will have the opportunity to create proof-of-concept cybersecurity tools and compete for funding to further develop these solutions.

At Santaka Valley more than 100 participants will go head-to-head, racing to crack codes and claim all virtual flags before the clock runs out.

The competition is open to both teams and solo players – so bring your crew or fly solo, and prove you’ve got what it takes to win.

Why Join the CTF Game?

A great opportunity to test your cybersecurity skills and identify areas for improvement!

Unique challenges

The Lithuanian Riflemen’s Union Cyber Security Unit Lizdeika, together with international partners TryHackMe and Oxylabs, has built a virtual battlefield packed with thirty unique challenges you will not find published anywhere else.

Unique challenges

The Lithuanian Riflemen’s Union Cyber Security Unit Lizdeika, together with international partners TryHackMe and Oxylabs, has built a virtual battlefield packed with thirty unique challenges you will not find published anywhere else.

Unique challenges

The Lithuanian Riflemen’s Union Cyber Security Unit Lizdeika, together with international partners TryHackMe and Oxylabs, has built a virtual battlefield packed with thirty unique challenges you will not find published anywhere else.

Unique challenges

The Lithuanian Riflemen’s Union Cyber Security Unit Lizdeika, together with international partners TryHackMe and Oxylabs, has built a virtual battlefield packed with thirty unique challenges you will not find published anywhere else.

Unique challenges

The Lithuanian Riflemen’s Union Cyber Security Unit Lizdeika, together with international partners TryHackMe and Oxylabs, has built a virtual battlefield packed with thirty unique challenges you will not find published anywhere else.

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Network of like-minded experts

Step into the spotlight as part of the major international event Flaming Shield: Mission AI 2025 and connect with people who share your passion – forging valuable professional contacts along the way.

Network of like-minded experts

Step into the spotlight as part of the major international event Flaming Shield: Mission AI 2025 and connect with people who share your passion – forging valuable professional contacts along the way.

Network of like-minded experts

Step into the spotlight as part of the major international event Flaming Shield: Mission AI 2025 and connect with people who share your passion – forging valuable professional contacts along the way.

Network of like-minded experts

Step into the spotlight as part of the major international event Flaming Shield: Mission AI 2025 and connect with people who share your passion – forging valuable professional contacts along the way.

Network of like-minded experts

Step into the spotlight as part of the major international event Flaming Shield: Mission AI 2025 and connect with people who share your passion – forging valuable professional contacts along the way.

Prizes and recognition

Top performers will take home partner-sponsored prizes and official certificates – tangible proof of your skills and achievements.

Prizes and recognition

Top performers will take home partner-sponsored prizes and official certificates – tangible proof of your skills and achievements.

Prizes and recognition

Top performers will take home partner-sponsored prizes and official certificates – tangible proof of your skills and achievements.

Prizes and recognition

Top performers will take home partner-sponsored prizes and official certificates – tangible proof of your skills and achievements.

Prizes and recognition

Top performers will take home partner-sponsored prizes and official certificates – tangible proof of your skills and achievements.

Register now

Register now

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Mentors

Mentors

From AI and security specialists to product development pros, tech startup founders, and cutting-edge innovators from across the Nordics.

They will not just share insights – mentors are ready to work alongside you as partners, helping you refine a solution with the power to make a real impact on national security. With their guidance, your concept will evolve into a robust, well-grounded response to today’s most important challenges.

From AI and security specialists to product development pros, tech startup founders, and cutting-edge innovators from across the Nordics.

They will not just share insights – mentors are ready to work alongside you as partners, helping you refine a solution with the power to make a real impact on national security. With their guidance, your concept will evolve into a robust, well-grounded response to today’s most important challenges.

  • Dalyvavimas „Ugninis skydas“ hakatone tai vienas geriausių būdų pradėti žingsnius gynybos pramonėje. Čia galima užmegzti kritiškai svarbių kontaktų, kurie padeda tiek pritraukti investicijas, tiek organizuoti įrangos testavimą pratybose, tiek gauti realias įžvalgas apie produkto potencialą.

    Martynas Bajoraitis

    Lietuvos šaulių sąjungos KSK „Lizdeika“ technologijų būrio vadas

  • Participation in a hackathon allows you to not only test your idea with a large audience that quickly finds ways to "challenge" the solution. It is an intense experience of learning, collaboration, and creativity, where in just a few days you can achieve what would normally take months in a regular project. Moreover, hackathons help establish new connections with other innovators and potential partners, investors, and future clients.

    Elvinas Kukys

    Luna Robotics CEO

  • Dalyvavimas „Ugninis skydas“ hakatone tai vienas geriausių būdų pradėti žingsnius gynybos pramonėje. Čia galima užmegzti kritiškai svarbių kontaktų, kurie padeda tiek pritraukti investicijas, tiek organizuoti įrangos testavimą pratybose, tiek gauti realias įžvalgas apie produkto potencialą.

    Martynas Bajoraitis

    Lietuvos šaulių sąjungos KSK „Lizdeika“ technologijų būrio vadas

  • Participation in a hackathon allows you to not only test your idea with a large audience that quickly finds ways to "challenge" the solution. It is an intense experience of learning, collaboration, and creativity, where in just a few days you can achieve what would normally take months in a regular project. Moreover, hackathons help establish new connections with other innovators and potential partners, investors, and future clients.

    Elvinas Kukys

    Luna Robotics CEO

  • Dalyvavimas „Ugninis skydas“ hakatone tai vienas geriausių būdų pradėti žingsnius gynybos pramonėje. Čia galima užmegzti kritiškai svarbių kontaktų, kurie padeda tiek pritraukti investicijas, tiek organizuoti įrangos testavimą pratybose, tiek gauti realias įžvalgas apie produkto potencialą.

    Martynas Bajoraitis

    Lietuvos šaulių sąjungos KSK „Lizdeika“ technologijų būrio vadas

  • Participation in a hackathon allows you to not only test your idea with a large audience that quickly finds ways to "challenge" the solution. It is an intense experience of learning, collaboration, and creativity, where in just a few days you can achieve what would normally take months in a regular project. Moreover, hackathons help establish new connections with other innovators and potential partners, investors, and future clients.

    Elvinas Kukys

    Luna Robotics CEO

  • Dalyvavimas „Ugninis skydas“ hakatone tai vienas geriausių būdų pradėti žingsnius gynybos pramonėje. Čia galima užmegzti kritiškai svarbių kontaktų, kurie padeda tiek pritraukti investicijas, tiek organizuoti įrangos testavimą pratybose, tiek gauti realias įžvalgas apie produkto potencialą.

    Martynas Bajoraitis

    Lietuvos šaulių sąjungos KSK „Lizdeika“ technologijų būrio vadas

  • Participation in a hackathon allows you to not only test your idea with a large audience that quickly finds ways to "challenge" the solution. It is an intense experience of learning, collaboration, and creativity, where in just a few days you can achieve what would normally take months in a regular project. Moreover, hackathons help establish new connections with other innovators and potential partners, investors, and future clients.

    Elvinas Kukys

    Luna Robotics CEO

Data scientist at Vinted

Tomas Komar

Anksčiau vadovavo mašininio mokymosi inžinierių komandai „CGTrader“. Specializuojuosi kompiuterinės regos, dirbtinio intelekto modelių (LLM, generatyviniai modeliai) bei jų diegimo įvairiose aplinkose. Turiu tarptautinės patirties, kompetencijas duomenų mokslo, programinės įrangos kūrimo ir inovacijų srityse.

Data scientist at Vinted

Tomas Komar

Anksčiau vadovavo mašininio mokymosi inžinierių komandai „CGTrader“. Specializuojuosi kompiuterinės regos, dirbtinio intelekto modelių (LLM, generatyviniai modeliai) bei jų diegimo įvairiose aplinkose. Turiu tarptautinės patirties, kompetencijas duomenų mokslo, programinės įrangos kūrimo ir inovacijų srityse.

Data scientist at Vinted

Tomas Komar

Anksčiau vadovavo mašininio mokymosi inžinierių komandai „CGTrader“. Specializuojuosi kompiuterinės regos, dirbtinio intelekto modelių (LLM, generatyviniai modeliai) bei jų diegimo įvairiose aplinkose. Turiu tarptautinės patirties, kompetencijas duomenų mokslo, programinės įrangos kūrimo ir inovacijų srityse.

Data scientist at Vinted

Tomas Komar

Anksčiau vadovavo mašininio mokymosi inžinierių komandai „CGTrader“. Specializuojuosi kompiuterinės regos, dirbtinio intelekto modelių (LLM, generatyviniai modeliai) bei jų diegimo įvairiose aplinkose. Turiu tarptautinės patirties, kompetencijas duomenų mokslo, programinės įrangos kūrimo ir inovacijų srityse.

Tomas Komar

Gynybos pramonės politikos ir inovacijų departamento l.e.p. direktorius, Gynybos resursų agentūra prie KAM

Laurynas Mockaitis

Gynybos pramonės politikos ir inovacijų departamento l.e.p. direktorius, Gynybos resursų agentūra prie KAM

Laurynas Mockaitis

Gynybos pramonės politikos ir inovacijų departamento l.e.p. direktorius, Gynybos resursų agentūra prie KAM

Laurynas Mockaitis

Gynybos pramonės politikos ir inovacijų departamento l.e.p. direktorius, Gynybos resursų agentūra prie KAM

Laurynas Mockaitis

Laurynas Mockaitis

Mokslo ir inovacijų skyriaus vyresnioji patarėja, Gynybos resursų agentūra prie KAM

Dr. Simona Pūkienė

Mokslo ir inovacijų skyriaus vyresnioji patarėja, Gynybos resursų agentūra prie KAM

Dr. Simona Pūkienė

Mokslo ir inovacijų skyriaus vyresnioji patarėja, Gynybos resursų agentūra prie KAM

Dr. Simona Pūkienė

Mokslo ir inovacijų skyriaus vyresnioji patarėja, Gynybos resursų agentūra prie KAM

Dr. Simona Pūkienė

Dr. Simona Pūkienė

Head of IT Service Development Division at National Cyber Security Center

Marius Karotkis

More than 10 years of experience in IT, working with various technological solutions. Skilled in both infrastructure management and programming/integration tasks, with a strong focus on solving complex IT challenges.

Head of IT Service Development Division at National Cyber Security Center

Marius Karotkis

More than 10 years of experience in IT, working with various technological solutions. Skilled in both infrastructure management and programming/integration tasks, with a strong focus on solving complex IT challenges.

Head of IT Service Development Division at National Cyber Security Center

Marius Karotkis

More than 10 years of experience in IT, working with various technological solutions. Skilled in both infrastructure management and programming/integration tasks, with a strong focus on solving complex IT challenges.

Head of IT Service Development Division at National Cyber Security Center

Marius Karotkis

More than 10 years of experience in IT, working with various technological solutions. Skilled in both infrastructure management and programming/integration tasks, with a strong focus on solving complex IT challenges.

Marius Karotkis

Director of the IT Department at National Cyber Security Center

Deividas Stumbras

Since 2009, has built and led CSIRT/SOC teams of various sizes, an international Cyber Rapid Reaction Team (CRRT), and spent 4 years at NATO CCDCOE, where he developed cybersecurity exercises and scenarios.

Director of the IT Department at National Cyber Security Center

Deividas Stumbras

Since 2009, has built and led CSIRT/SOC teams of various sizes, an international Cyber Rapid Reaction Team (CRRT), and spent 4 years at NATO CCDCOE, where he developed cybersecurity exercises and scenarios.

Director of the IT Department at National Cyber Security Center

Deividas Stumbras

Since 2009, has built and led CSIRT/SOC teams of various sizes, an international Cyber Rapid Reaction Team (CRRT), and spent 4 years at NATO CCDCOE, where he developed cybersecurity exercises and scenarios.

Director of the IT Department at National Cyber Security Center

Deividas Stumbras

Since 2009, has built and led CSIRT/SOC teams of various sizes, an international Cyber Rapid Reaction Team (CRRT), and spent 4 years at NATO CCDCOE, where he developed cybersecurity exercises and scenarios.

Deividas Stumbras

Head of Cyber Threat Hunting Division at National Cyber Security Center

Danielius Vargonas

Knowledge and experience: threat hunting, malware reverse engineering, forensics, annual team-based attack/defense cyber competitions participant (3rd place at CyberNet 2023), cyber rapid reaction team member (4 years). Also engaged in coding and game development.

Head of Cyber Threat Hunting Division at National Cyber Security Center

Danielius Vargonas

Knowledge and experience: threat hunting, malware reverse engineering, forensics, annual team-based attack/defense cyber competitions participant (3rd place at CyberNet 2023), cyber rapid reaction team member (4 years). Also engaged in coding and game development.

Head of Cyber Threat Hunting Division at National Cyber Security Center

Danielius Vargonas

Knowledge and experience: threat hunting, malware reverse engineering, forensics, annual team-based attack/defense cyber competitions participant (3rd place at CyberNet 2023), cyber rapid reaction team member (4 years). Also engaged in coding and game development.

Head of Cyber Threat Hunting Division at National Cyber Security Center

Danielius Vargonas

Knowledge and experience: threat hunting, malware reverse engineering, forensics, annual team-based attack/defense cyber competitions participant (3rd place at CyberNet 2023), cyber rapid reaction team member (4 years). Also engaged in coding and game development.

Danielius Vargonas

Head of Data Science and Analytics at Vinted Go

Tomas Šostak

Data Science mentor at Turing College since its founding (4+ years), enthusiast in web and AI prototype development, with long-term international experience.

Head of Data Science and Analytics at Vinted Go

Tomas Šostak

Data Science mentor at Turing College since its founding (4+ years), enthusiast in web and AI prototype development, with long-term international experience.

Head of Data Science and Analytics at Vinted Go

Tomas Šostak

Data Science mentor at Turing College since its founding (4+ years), enthusiast in web and AI prototype development, with long-term international experience.

Head of Data Science and Analytics at Vinted Go

Tomas Šostak

Data Science mentor at Turing College since its founding (4+ years), enthusiast in web and AI prototype development, with long-term international experience.

Tomas Šostak

Chief Executive Officer at Ukrainian Venture Capital and Private Equity Association

Dmytro Kuzmenko

Dmytro has over 15 years of experience in the investment and finance sphere – retail lending, investment banking, venture investments on different stages, high-tech startup development. He specializes in venture investments, high-tech startups validation and analysis, and team management.

Chief Executive Officer at Ukrainian Venture Capital and Private Equity Association

Dmytro Kuzmenko

Dmytro has over 15 years of experience in the investment and finance sphere – retail lending, investment banking, venture investments on different stages, high-tech startup development. He specializes in venture investments, high-tech startups validation and analysis, and team management.

Chief Executive Officer at Ukrainian Venture Capital and Private Equity Association

Dmytro Kuzmenko

Dmytro has over 15 years of experience in the investment and finance sphere – retail lending, investment banking, venture investments on different stages, high-tech startup development. He specializes in venture investments, high-tech startups validation and analysis, and team management.

Chief Executive Officer at Ukrainian Venture Capital and Private Equity Association

Dmytro Kuzmenko

Dmytro has over 15 years of experience in the investment and finance sphere – retail lending, investment banking, venture investments on different stages, high-tech startup development. He specializes in venture investments, high-tech startups validation and analysis, and team management.

Dmytro Kuzmenko

Head of Technology and Innovation at LEMONA electronics

Laurynas Melieška

Long-standing experience in electronics, prototyping, and manufacturing. He is responsible for developing technological solutions and implementing innovations within the company.

Head of Technology and Innovation at LEMONA electronics

Laurynas Melieška

Long-standing experience in electronics, prototyping, and manufacturing. He is responsible for developing technological solutions and implementing innovations within the company.

Head of Technology and Innovation at LEMONA electronics

Laurynas Melieška

Long-standing experience in electronics, prototyping, and manufacturing. He is responsible for developing technological solutions and implementing innovations within the company.

Head of Technology and Innovation at LEMONA electronics

Laurynas Melieška

Long-standing experience in electronics, prototyping, and manufacturing. He is responsible for developing technological solutions and implementing innovations within the company.

Laurynas Melieška

Co-founder of medtech start-up BrachyDOSE

Neringa Šeperienė

15+ years of experience in engineering solutions

Co-founder of medtech start-up BrachyDOSE

Neringa Šeperienė

15+ years of experience in engineering solutions

Co-founder of medtech start-up BrachyDOSE

Neringa Šeperienė

15+ years of experience in engineering solutions

Co-founder of medtech start-up BrachyDOSE

Neringa Šeperienė

15+ years of experience in engineering solutions

Neringa Šeperienė

Independent cybersecurity consultant, cofounder of „Binary Raid“

Mantas Juškauskas

Over a decade of experience testing various client information systems to improve their security and increase resilience. He balances professional challenges with service in the Lizdeika Cybersecurity Unit.

Independent cybersecurity consultant, cofounder of „Binary Raid“

Mantas Juškauskas

Over a decade of experience testing various client information systems to improve their security and increase resilience. He balances professional challenges with service in the Lizdeika Cybersecurity Unit.

Independent cybersecurity consultant, cofounder of „Binary Raid“

Mantas Juškauskas

Over a decade of experience testing various client information systems to improve their security and increase resilience. He balances professional challenges with service in the Lizdeika Cybersecurity Unit.

Independent cybersecurity consultant, cofounder of „Binary Raid“

Mantas Juškauskas

Over a decade of experience testing various client information systems to improve their security and increase resilience. He balances professional challenges with service in the Lizdeika Cybersecurity Unit.

Mantas Juškauskas

Engineering Lead at Vinted, Senior Analyst in Cyber Defence at the Lithuanian Armed Forces (LKA) LDE Kristupas Radvila Perkūnas RISB, Member of the Red Team Section, Lithuanian Riflemen's Union (LŠS)

Aurimas Rudinskis

A supporter of “data-driven” and “good enough” security methodologies, with over 20 years of professional IT experience, including more than 11 years focused on information security, incident management, and security engineering.

Engineering Lead at Vinted, Senior Analyst in Cyber Defence at the Lithuanian Armed Forces (LKA) LDE Kristupas Radvila Perkūnas RISB, Member of the Red Team Section, Lithuanian Riflemen's Union (LŠS)

Aurimas Rudinskis

A supporter of “data-driven” and “good enough” security methodologies, with over 20 years of professional IT experience, including more than 11 years focused on information security, incident management, and security engineering.

Engineering Lead at Vinted, Senior Analyst in Cyber Defence at the Lithuanian Armed Forces (LKA) LDE Kristupas Radvila Perkūnas RISB, Member of the Red Team Section, Lithuanian Riflemen's Union (LŠS)

Aurimas Rudinskis

A supporter of “data-driven” and “good enough” security methodologies, with over 20 years of professional IT experience, including more than 11 years focused on information security, incident management, and security engineering.

Engineering Lead at Vinted, Senior Analyst in Cyber Defence at the Lithuanian Armed Forces (LKA) LDE Kristupas Radvila Perkūnas RISB, Member of the Red Team Section, Lithuanian Riflemen's Union (LŠS)

Aurimas Rudinskis

A supporter of “data-driven” and “good enough” security methodologies, with over 20 years of professional IT experience, including more than 11 years focused on information security, incident management, and security engineering.

Aurimas Rudinskis

Commander of the Technology Unit, KSK "Lizdeika", Lithuanian Riflemen's Union

Martynas Bajoraitis

Full-stack developer and self-taught external combustion engine and aeronautics engineer, with over 20 years of experience working on advanced solutions. Winner of 1st place at “The Flaming Shield 2023” hackathon.

Commander of the Technology Unit, KSK "Lizdeika", Lithuanian Riflemen's Union

Martynas Bajoraitis

Full-stack developer and self-taught external combustion engine and aeronautics engineer, with over 20 years of experience working on advanced solutions. Winner of 1st place at “The Flaming Shield 2023” hackathon.

Commander of the Technology Unit, KSK "Lizdeika", Lithuanian Riflemen's Union

Martynas Bajoraitis

Full-stack developer and self-taught external combustion engine and aeronautics engineer, with over 20 years of experience working on advanced solutions. Winner of 1st place at “The Flaming Shield 2023” hackathon.

Commander of the Technology Unit, KSK "Lizdeika", Lithuanian Riflemen's Union

Martynas Bajoraitis

Full-stack developer and self-taught external combustion engine and aeronautics engineer, with over 20 years of experience working on advanced solutions. Winner of 1st place at “The Flaming Shield 2023” hackathon.

Martynas Bajoraitis

Luna Robotics CEO, former KASP reconnaissance officer

Elvinas Kukys

Experience: Commander of a squad in the Lithuanian Riflemen's Union, who understands the needs for modern defence technologies from the inside.

Luna Robotics CEO, former KASP reconnaissance officer

Elvinas Kukys

Experience: Commander of a squad in the Lithuanian Riflemen's Union, who understands the needs for modern defence technologies from the inside.

Luna Robotics CEO, former KASP reconnaissance officer

Elvinas Kukys

Experience: Commander of a squad in the Lithuanian Riflemen's Union, who understands the needs for modern defence technologies from the inside.

Luna Robotics CEO, former KASP reconnaissance officer

Elvinas Kukys

Experience: Commander of a squad in the Lithuanian Riflemen's Union, who understands the needs for modern defence technologies from the inside.

Elvinas Kukys

Co-founder of the defence technology startup BROSWARM

Ernestas Žvaigždinas

Co-founder of the defence technology startup "BROSWARM," which won 1st place in the NATO challenge, and a serial entrepreneur who has successfully launched more than 30 startups.

Co-founder of the defence technology startup BROSWARM

Ernestas Žvaigždinas

Co-founder of the defence technology startup "BROSWARM," which won 1st place in the NATO challenge, and a serial entrepreneur who has successfully launched more than 30 startups.

Co-founder of the defence technology startup BROSWARM

Ernestas Žvaigždinas

Co-founder of the defence technology startup "BROSWARM," which won 1st place in the NATO challenge, and a serial entrepreneur who has successfully launched more than 30 startups.

Co-founder of the defence technology startup BROSWARM

Ernestas Žvaigždinas

Co-founder of the defence technology startup "BROSWARM," which won 1st place in the NATO challenge, and a serial entrepreneur who has successfully launched more than 30 startups.

Ernestas Žvaigždinas

Head of the Logistics Department of the LRU Staff

Gintaras Žiauga

Regular service officer at the Lithuanian Riflemen’s Union. Area of interest - food technology.

Head of the Logistics Department of the LRU Staff

Gintaras Žiauga

Regular service officer at the Lithuanian Riflemen’s Union. Area of interest - food technology.

Head of the Logistics Department of the LRU Staff

Gintaras Žiauga

Regular service officer at the Lithuanian Riflemen’s Union. Area of interest - food technology.

Head of the Logistics Department of the LRU Staff

Gintaras Žiauga

Regular service officer at the Lithuanian Riflemen’s Union. Area of interest - food technology.

Gintaras Žiauga

"Active Photonics" CEO

Laurynas Šatas

"Active Photonics" CEO

Laurynas Šatas

"Active Photonics" CEO

Laurynas Šatas

"Active Photonics" CEO

Laurynas Šatas

Laurynas Šatas

Director of Sector Development at the Innovation Agency

Pranciškus Vaišvila

Competencies: Attracting strategic partnerships and international clients

Director of Sector Development at the Innovation Agency

Pranciškus Vaišvila

Competencies: Attracting strategic partnerships and international clients

Director of Sector Development at the Innovation Agency

Pranciškus Vaišvila

Competencies: Attracting strategic partnerships and international clients

Director of Sector Development at the Innovation Agency

Pranciškus Vaišvila

Competencies: Attracting strategic partnerships and international clients

Pranciškus Vaišvila

"Airvolve" co-founder

Antanas Ivancius

Co-founder of the dual-purpose aerospace startup "Airvolve", business angel. Experience: business development, partnership search, international collaboration, investment attraction.

"Airvolve" co-founder

Antanas Ivancius

Co-founder of the dual-purpose aerospace startup "Airvolve", business angel. Experience: business development, partnership search, international collaboration, investment attraction.

"Airvolve" co-founder

Antanas Ivancius

Co-founder of the dual-purpose aerospace startup "Airvolve", business angel. Experience: business development, partnership search, international collaboration, investment attraction.

"Airvolve" co-founder

Antanas Ivancius

Co-founder of the dual-purpose aerospace startup "Airvolve", business angel. Experience: business development, partnership search, international collaboration, investment attraction.

Antanas Ivancius

Engineer and software architect

Ramūnas Čerškevičius

More than 15 years of experience in the IT field and 7 years working with drone manufacturing. He is also an active member of the Lithuanian Riflemen's Union, and his knowledge helps create technologies tailored for tactical tasks.

Engineer and software architect

Ramūnas Čerškevičius

More than 15 years of experience in the IT field and 7 years working with drone manufacturing. He is also an active member of the Lithuanian Riflemen's Union, and his knowledge helps create technologies tailored for tactical tasks.

Engineer and software architect

Ramūnas Čerškevičius

More than 15 years of experience in the IT field and 7 years working with drone manufacturing. He is also an active member of the Lithuanian Riflemen's Union, and his knowledge helps create technologies tailored for tactical tasks.

Engineer and software architect

Ramūnas Čerškevičius

More than 15 years of experience in the IT field and 7 years working with drone manufacturing. He is also an active member of the Lithuanian Riflemen's Union, and his knowledge helps create technologies tailored for tactical tasks.

Ramūnas Čerškevičius

Hackathon prizes

Prizai skirti paskatinti ne tik technologinį proveržį, bet ir ilgalaikį strateginį pokytį saugumo srityje. Vienas iš išskirtinių apdovanojimų – 1000 eurų technologijų kompanijos „Hostinger“ įsteigtas prizas pažangiausiam kibernetinio saugumo sprendimui.

Taip pat – galimybės patekti į inovacijų vystymo preakceleratorius, kur tavo DI sprendimas bus tobulinamas kartu su aukšto lygio ekspertais, rizikos kapitalo fondais ir technologijų mentoriais. Čia prasideda kelias: nuo idėjos – iki įmonės, keičiančios gynybos technologijų ekosistemą. 

These prizes are designed not just to spark technological breakthroughs, but to drive lasting, strategic change in the field of security. One standout award – a 1000 Eur prize from tech company Hostinger – will go to the most advanced cyber security solution.

Winners will also gain access to innovation preaccelerators, where your AI solution will be refined alongside our experts, venture capital funds, and technology mentors. This is where the journey begins – from a single idea to a company shaping the future of the defence technology ecosystem.

This year's hackathon focuses on one of the most relevant and dynamic fields – the application of artificial intelligence (AI) in the modern defence context.

The battlefield is rapidly transforming, and AI is becoming an essential factor in shaping tactics, speed, and the quality of decisions.

We invite you to create solutions that not only operate in real-time but also have the ability to predict, react, and act autonomously.

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FAQ

Who can participate in the Lithuanian Riflemen’s Union hackathon “Flaming Shield: Mission AI 2025”?

Anyone who completes the registration form and receives a confirmed invitation to join the hackathon.

Who can participate in the Lithuanian Riflemen’s Union hackathon “Flaming Shield: Mission AI 2025”?

Anyone who completes the registration form and receives a confirmed invitation to join the hackathon.

Who can participate in the Lithuanian Riflemen’s Union hackathon “Flaming Shield: Mission AI 2025”?

Anyone who completes the registration form and receives a confirmed invitation to join the hackathon.

Who can participate in the Lithuanian Riflemen’s Union hackathon “Flaming Shield: Mission AI 2025”?

Anyone who completes the registration form and receives a confirmed invitation to join the hackathon.

Who can participate in the Lithuanian Riflemen’s Union hackathon “Flaming Shield: Mission AI 2025”?

Anyone who completes the registration form and receives a confirmed invitation to join the hackathon.

Who can take part in the CTF game?

Young cybersecurity and information technology enthusiasts (under 19) are invited to participate in the CTF competition, after completing the registration form and receiving a confirmation invitation.

Who can take part in the CTF game?

Young cybersecurity and information technology enthusiasts (under 19) are invited to participate in the CTF competition, after completing the registration form and receiving a confirmation invitation.

Who can take part in the CTF game?

Young cybersecurity and information technology enthusiasts (under 19) are invited to participate in the CTF competition, after completing the registration form and receiving a confirmation invitation.

Who can take part in the CTF game?

Young cybersecurity and information technology enthusiasts (under 19) are invited to participate in the CTF competition, after completing the registration form and receiving a confirmation invitation.

Who can take part in the CTF game?

Young cybersecurity and information technology enthusiasts (under 19) are invited to participate in the CTF competition, after completing the registration form and receiving a confirmation invitation.

Can I join the hackathon with just an idea and no prototype?

Absolutely. You can enter with an idea alone and develop it during the hackathon.

Can I join the hackathon with just an idea and no prototype?

Absolutely. You can enter with an idea alone and develop it during the hackathon.

Can I join the hackathon with just an idea and no prototype?

Absolutely. You can enter with an idea alone and develop it during the hackathon.

Can I join the hackathon with just an idea and no prototype?

Absolutely. You can enter with an idea alone and develop it during the hackathon.

Can I join the hackathon with just an idea and no prototype?

Absolutely. You can enter with an idea alone and develop it during the hackathon.

Can I participate with a developed prototype?

Yes, participants with advanced ideas or working prototypes are welcome.

Can I participate with a developed prototype?

Yes, participants with advanced ideas or working prototypes are welcome.

Can I participate with a developed prototype?

Yes, participants with advanced ideas or working prototypes are welcome.

Can I participate with a developed prototype?

Yes, participants with advanced ideas or working prototypes are welcome.

Can I participate with a developed prototype?

Yes, participants with advanced ideas or working prototypes are welcome.

Can I take part solo, without a team?

Yes. On the second day, Saturday, you will have the chance to join an existing team or create a new one and find team members.

Can I take part solo, without a team?

Yes. On the second day, Saturday, you will have the chance to join an existing team or create a new one and find team members.

Can I take part solo, without a team?

Yes. On the second day, Saturday, you will have the chance to join an existing team or create a new one and find team members.

Can I take part solo, without a team?

Yes. On the second day, Saturday, you will have the chance to join an existing team or create a new one and find team members.

Can I take part solo, without a team?

Yes. On the second day, Saturday, you will have the chance to join an existing team or create a new one and find team members.

Is it mandatory to attend all three days of “Flaming Shield: Mission AI 2025”?

It is most beneficial to attend all three days. Attendance on Saturday and Sunday is mandatory.

Is it mandatory to attend all three days of “Flaming Shield: Mission AI 2025”?

It is most beneficial to attend all three days. Attendance on Saturday and Sunday is mandatory.

Is it mandatory to attend all three days of “Flaming Shield: Mission AI 2025”?

It is most beneficial to attend all three days. Attendance on Saturday and Sunday is mandatory.

Is it mandatory to attend all three days of “Flaming Shield: Mission AI 2025”?

It is most beneficial to attend all three days. Attendance on Saturday and Sunday is mandatory.

Is it mandatory to attend all three days of “Flaming Shield: Mission AI 2025”?

It is most beneficial to attend all three days. Attendance on Saturday and Sunday is mandatory.

Can I attend the hackathon as an observer without participating?

Currently, this option is not available.

Can I attend the hackathon as an observer without participating?

Currently, this option is not available.

Can I attend the hackathon as an observer without participating?

Currently, this option is not available.

Can I attend the hackathon as an observer without participating?

Currently, this option is not available.

Can I attend the hackathon as an observer without participating?

Currently, this option is not available.

How long does the CTF game last?

The CTF game will take place on Saturday from 10:30 AM to 5:00 PM, and on Sunday from 10:30 AM to 5:00 PM, with a scheduled lunch break.

How long does the CTF game last?

The CTF game will take place on Saturday from 10:30 AM to 5:00 PM, and on Sunday from 10:30 AM to 5:00 PM, with a scheduled lunch break.

How long does the CTF game last?

The CTF game will take place on Saturday from 10:30 AM to 5:00 PM, and on Sunday from 10:30 AM to 5:00 PM, with a scheduled lunch break.

How long does the CTF game last?

The CTF game will take place on Saturday from 10:30 AM to 5:00 PM, and on Sunday from 10:30 AM to 5:00 PM, with a scheduled lunch break.

How long does the CTF game last?

The CTF game will take place on Saturday from 10:30 AM to 5:00 PM, and on Sunday from 10:30 AM to 5:00 PM, with a scheduled lunch break.

Will the event be photographed and filmed?

The event will be photographed and filmed by the organisers. Participants and technologies may only be photographed or filmed with the organiser's permission or the explicit consent of the individuals and technology creators being photographed.

Will the event be photographed and filmed?

The event will be photographed and filmed by the organisers. Participants and technologies may only be photographed or filmed with the organiser's permission or the explicit consent of the individuals and technology creators being photographed.

Will the event be photographed and filmed?

The event will be photographed and filmed by the organisers. Participants and technologies may only be photographed or filmed with the organiser's permission or the explicit consent of the individuals and technology creators being photographed.

Will the event be photographed and filmed?

The event will be photographed and filmed by the organisers. Participants and technologies may only be photographed or filmed with the organiser's permission or the explicit consent of the individuals and technology creators being photographed.

Will the event be photographed and filmed?

The event will be photographed and filmed by the organisers. Participants and technologies may only be photographed or filmed with the organiser's permission or the explicit consent of the individuals and technology creators being photographed.

Who owns the copyright of the prototypes developed during the hackathon?

Ownership of prototypes developed during the “Ugninis Skydas: Mission AI 2025” hackathon belongs to the teams that created them.

Who owns the copyright of the prototypes developed during the hackathon?

Ownership of prototypes developed during the “Ugninis Skydas: Mission AI 2025” hackathon belongs to the teams that created them.

Who owns the copyright of the prototypes developed during the hackathon?

Ownership of prototypes developed during the “Ugninis Skydas: Mission AI 2025” hackathon belongs to the teams that created them.

Who owns the copyright of the prototypes developed during the hackathon?

Ownership of prototypes developed during the “Ugninis Skydas: Mission AI 2025” hackathon belongs to the teams that created them.

Who owns the copyright of the prototypes developed during the hackathon?

Ownership of prototypes developed during the “Ugninis Skydas: Mission AI 2025” hackathon belongs to the teams that created them.

Agenda

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11 October

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12 October

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Day 3

12 October

Hackathon Agenda

17:00

1

Opening ceremony

Host: Journalist, Moderator, and Author Živilė Kropaitė-Basiulė

17:20

2

"The Need and Challenges of Defence Tech Development: What’s the Plan?”

Keynote on the demand, challenges, and strategic direction of defence technology development.

17:40

3

"Investments in Defence Innovation: Direction, Needs, and Outcomes"

Panel discussion on investment priorities, necessities, and expected results in defence innovation.

18:10

4

„How Can Small Companies Carve Out a Place in the European Defence Market? European support programs for innovation“

Discussion on how startups and small businesses can establish themselves in the European defence sector.

18:40

5

Networking, defence tech exhibition, and solution presentations.

Hackathon Agenda

17:00

1

Opening ceremony

Host: Journalist, Moderator, and Author Živilė Kropaitė-Basiulė

17:20

2

"The Need and Challenges of Defence Tech Development: What’s the Plan?”

Keynote on the demand, challenges, and strategic direction of defence technology development.

17:40

3

"Investments in Defence Innovation: Direction, Needs, and Outcomes"

Panel discussion on investment priorities, necessities, and expected results in defence innovation.

18:10

4

„How Can Small Companies Carve Out a Place in the European Defence Market? European support programs for innovation“

Discussion on how startups and small businesses can establish themselves in the European defence sector.

18:40

5

Networking, defence tech exhibition, and solution presentations.

Hackathon Agenda

17:00

1

Opening ceremony

Host: Journalist, Moderator, and Author Živilė Kropaitė-Basiulė

17:20

2

"The Need and Challenges of Defence Tech Development: What’s the Plan?”

Keynote on the demand, challenges, and strategic direction of defence technology development.

17:40

3

"Investments in Defence Innovation: Direction, Needs, and Outcomes"

Panel discussion on investment priorities, necessities, and expected results in defence innovation.

18:10

4

„How Can Small Companies Carve Out a Place in the European Defence Market? European support programs for innovation“

Discussion on how startups and small businesses can establish themselves in the European defence sector.

18:40

5

Networking, defence tech exhibition, and solution presentations.

Hackathon Agenda

17:00

1

Opening ceremony

Host: Journalist, Moderator, and Author Živilė Kropaitė-Basiulė

17:20

2

"The Need and Challenges of Defence Tech Development: What’s the Plan?”

Keynote on the demand, challenges, and strategic direction of defence technology development.

17:40

3

"Investments in Defence Innovation: Direction, Needs, and Outcomes"

Panel discussion on investment priorities, necessities, and expected results in defence innovation.

18:10

4

„How Can Small Companies Carve Out a Place in the European Defence Market? European support programs for innovation“

Discussion on how startups and small businesses can establish themselves in the European defence sector.

18:40

5

Networking, defence tech exhibition, and solution presentations.

Hackathon Agenda

17:00

1

Opening ceremony

Host: Journalist, Moderator, and Author Živilė Kropaitė-Basiulė

17:20

2

"The Need and Challenges of Defence Tech Development: What’s the Plan?”

Keynote on the demand, challenges, and strategic direction of defence technology development.

17:40

3

"Investments in Defence Innovation: Direction, Needs, and Outcomes"

Panel discussion on investment priorities, necessities, and expected results in defence innovation.

18:10

4

„How Can Small Companies Carve Out a Place in the European Defence Market? European support programs for innovation“

Discussion on how startups and small businesses can establish themselves in the European defence sector.

18:40

5

Networking, defence tech exhibition, and solution presentations.

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Organizers

Lithuanian Riflemen’s Union

Lithuanian Riflemen’s Union (LRU) is a voluntary, state-sponsored organization that unites people who dedicate their time to the defence and strengthening of the Homeland. The LRU plays a crucial role in our nation’s defence and crisis management, making it an integral part of these vital operations.

Tech-Park Kaunas

Tech-Park Kaunas – a science and technology park dedicated to delivering the best possible experience for startups. The Park provides tailored consultancy for early-stage ventures and established tech companies, supporting their business development, enhancing international competitiveness, and offering innovation support services.