NAVWAR Launches Second Project Overmatch Prize Challenge; Aimed at Identifying Artificial Intelligence Solutions

Following the announcement of the first Networks Advanced Naval Technology Exercise (NetANTX) Prize Challenge, Naval Information Warfare Systems Command (NAVWAR) launched a second prize challenge in support of Project Overmatch, this one seeking artificial intelligence (AI) solutions. Project Overmatch is a high priority Department of the Navy initiative to deliver a more lethal, better-connected fleet of the future by connecting manned and unmanned platforms, weapons and sensors together in a robust Naval Operational Architecture that integrates with Joint All-Domain Command and Control for enhanced Distributed Maritime Operations. Critical to Project Overmatch is the development of networks, infrastructure, data architecture, tools and analytics that support the operational and developmental environment that will enable sustained maritime dominance for years to come. To deliver this modernized network, the AINetANTX challenge aims to identify and leverage the latest in AI-enabled technologies to allow warfighters to make critical decisions quickly in operationally relevant maritime environments. The challenge is offering $100,000 in total cash prizes for the best solution presented, with the first place entry winning $75,000, and second place winning $25,000.