Dronetag Joins NATO’s DIANA Initiative

Dronetag, a prominent innovator in Remote ID technology for UAV (unmanned aerial vehicle) operators and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), has been selected to participate in the Defense Innovation Accelerator for the North Atlantic (DIANA).

Collaboration Under NATO’s Guidance

DIANA, led by NATO, aims to foster collaboration among startups, operational users, researchers, and systems integrators through its acceleration program and extensive network of testing facilities.

Dronetag emphasizes its dedication to maximizing the positive effects of its innovations across both military and civilian sectors, despite DIANA’s NATO affiliation.

Benefits of Joining the DIANA Accelerator

Participating companies in the DIANA accelerator program gain access to a variety of resources, including:

1. Financial grants to aid in technology advancement and demonstration, alongside participation in the accelerator.
2. Access to over 10 accelerators within the Alliance, with plans for additional ones in the future.
3. Utilization of more than 90 testing centers (with more to come) across the Alliance, enabling entrepreneurs to mitigate risks and validate their dual-use technological solutions.
4. Guidance from a diverse array of experts, including scientists, engineers, industry stakeholders, end users, and procurement specialists from the government.
5. Connections to an investor network linked to the Allied Capital Community for dependable third-party funding.
6. Opportunities to present technology in real-world operational settings.
7. Paths to market entry within the NATO framework and 31 Allied nations.

Driving Innovation for a Safer Future

This collaboration is designed to propel the development of impactful deep tech solutions with dual-use applications for the Alliance.

Dronetag expresses enthusiasm for the prospects ahead, eager to utilize the DIANA platform to elevate its innovations, thereby contributing to a safer and more technologically advanced future.

Upcoming Workshops and Knowledge Exchange

The forthcoming workshops in Tallinn, Estonia, are anticipated to serve as a unique venue for collaboration, knowledge sharing, and the exploration of pioneering concepts that will shape the future of unmanned aerial technology.

Focus on Emerging Disruptive Technologies

The rapidly changing landscape of emerging and disruptive technologies is reshaping NATO’s operations during peacetime, crises, and conflicts. To bolster NATO’s technological capabilities, member nations are partnering with the private sector to adopt and integrate new technologies while establishing standards.

DIANA will focus on various technology domains, including big data, artificial intelligence (AI), autonomy, quantum technologies, biotechnology, human enhancement, energy and propulsion, innovative materials, advanced manufacturing, and space exploration. The emphasis is on dual-use technologies (serving both civilian and defence purposes) that are deep tech in nature, with the potential to tackle complex defense and security challenges.