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
Organizers
Partners
Information partners
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.
Hackathon challenges
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. A rare chance to test your idea against extreme, high-stakes scenarios.
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. A rare chance to test your idea against extreme, high-stakes scenarios.
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. A rare chance to test your idea against extreme, high-stakes scenarios.
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. A rare chance to test your idea against extreme, high-stakes scenarios.
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. A rare chance to test your idea against extreme, high-stakes scenarios.
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.
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 cyber security and IT professionals to take part in the Capture the Flag competition on 11–12 October.
At Santaka Valley more than 100 participants will go head-to-head, racing to crack codes and claim all 30 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?
Turėsi puikią galimybę pasitikrinti savo kibernetinio saugumo įgūdžius ir sužinoti, kur dar reikėtų patobulėti!
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. It is your chance to put your cyber security skills to the ultimate test – and discover exactly where you can sharpen your edge.
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. It is your chance to put your cyber security skills to the ultimate test – and discover exactly where you can sharpen your edge.
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. It is your chance to put your cyber security skills to the ultimate test – and discover exactly where you can sharpen your edge.
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. It is your chance to put your cyber security skills to the ultimate test – and discover exactly where you can sharpen your edge.
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. It is your chance to put your cyber security skills to the ultimate test – and discover exactly where you can sharpen your edge.
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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.
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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.
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
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
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
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
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
„Data-driven“ ir „good enough“ saugumo metodikų šalininkas, turintis daugiau nei 20 metų IT profesinės patirties, iš kurių daugiau nei 11 metų skirti informacijos saugumui, incidentų valdymui ir saugumo inžinerijai. Žinios ir patirtis: saugumo incidentų ir rizikų valdymas, threat intelligence/modelling/hunting, sistemų architektūros projektavimas ir administravimas, DevSecOps, debesų kompiuterijos ir tinklų saugumas, įsilaužimų testavimas ir pažeidžiamumų analizė, Red/Blue/Purple team.
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
„Data-driven“ ir „good enough“ saugumo metodikų šalininkas, turintis daugiau nei 20 metų IT profesinės patirties, iš kurių daugiau nei 11 metų skirti informacijos saugumui, incidentų valdymui ir saugumo inžinerijai. Žinios ir patirtis: saugumo incidentų ir rizikų valdymas, threat intelligence/modelling/hunting, sistemų architektūros projektavimas ir administravimas, DevSecOps, debesų kompiuterijos ir tinklų saugumas, įsilaužimų testavimas ir pažeidžiamumų analizė, Red/Blue/Purple team.
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
„Data-driven“ ir „good enough“ saugumo metodikų šalininkas, turintis daugiau nei 20 metų IT profesinės patirties, iš kurių daugiau nei 11 metų skirti informacijos saugumui, incidentų valdymui ir saugumo inžinerijai. Žinios ir patirtis: saugumo incidentų ir rizikų valdymas, threat intelligence/modelling/hunting, sistemų architektūros projektavimas ir administravimas, DevSecOps, debesų kompiuterijos ir tinklų saugumas, įsilaužimų testavimas ir pažeidžiamumų analizė, Red/Blue/Purple team.
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
„Data-driven“ ir „good enough“ saugumo metodikų šalininkas, turintis daugiau nei 20 metų IT profesinės patirties, iš kurių daugiau nei 11 metų skirti informacijos saugumui, incidentų valdymui ir saugumo inžinerijai. Žinios ir patirtis: saugumo incidentų ir rizikų valdymas, threat intelligence/modelling/hunting, sistemų architektūros projektavimas ir administravimas, DevSecOps, debesų kompiuterijos ir tinklų saugumas, įsilaužimų testavimas ir pažeidžiamumų analizė, Red/Blue/Purple team.
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
„Data-driven“ ir „good enough“ saugumo metodikų šalininkas, turintis daugiau nei 20 metų IT profesinės patirties, iš kurių daugiau nei 11 metų skirti informacijos saugumui, incidentų valdymui ir saugumo inžinerijai. Žinios ir patirtis: saugumo incidentų ir rizikų valdymas, threat intelligence/modelling/hunting, sistemų architektūros projektavimas ir administravimas, DevSecOps, debesų kompiuterijos ir tinklų saugumas, įsilaužimų testavimas ir pažeidžiamumų analizė, Red/Blue/Purple team.
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.
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.
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 defense 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.
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.
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 runs for exactly 24 hours.
How long does the CTF game last?
The CTF game runs for exactly 24 hours.
How long does the CTF game last?
The CTF game runs for exactly 24 hours.
How long does the CTF game last?
The CTF game runs for exactly 24 hours.
How long does the CTF game last?
The CTF game runs for exactly 24 hours.
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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Hackathon Agenda
17:00
1
Opening ceremony
Host: Journalist, Moderator, and Author Živilė Kropaitė-Basiulė
17:20
2
"The Need and Challenges of Defense Tech Development: What’s the Plan?”
Keynote on the demand, challenges, and strategic direction of defence technology development.
17:40
3
"Investments in Defense 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 Defense Market?"
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 Defense Tech Development: What’s the Plan?”
Keynote on the demand, challenges, and strategic direction of defence technology development.
17:40
3
"Investments in Defense 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 Defense Market?"
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 Defense Tech Development: What’s the Plan?”
Keynote on the demand, challenges, and strategic direction of defence technology development.
17:40
3
"Investments in Defense 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 Defense Market?"
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 Defense Tech Development: What’s the Plan?”
Keynote on the demand, challenges, and strategic direction of defence technology development.
17:40
3
"Investments in Defense 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 Defense Market?"
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 Defense Tech Development: What’s the Plan?”
Keynote on the demand, challenges, and strategic direction of defence technology development.
17:40
3
"Investments in Defense 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 Defense Market?"
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.