NEW DEFENCE - EUDIS DEFENCE HACKATHON

New Defence is the official information webinar for the Portuguese edition of the EUDIS Defence Hackathon 2026, organised by Startup Leiria. As Europe's defence ecosystem evolves, new technologies, new players and new approaches are reshaping the future of defence innovation. This webinar will introduce participants to the concept of New Defence and explain how startups, researchers, students and industry professionals can contribute to this transformation. During the session, we'll cover: What the EUDIS Defence Hackathon is and why it matters; The theme of the Hackathon: Autonomy on the Battlefield; The opportunities available for participants; How to prepare for the hackathon and build a strong multidisciplinary team; An open Q&A session and networking opportunity. Whether you're already planning to participate or simply want to learn more about defence innovation, this webinar is the perfect opportunity to discover how you can become part of Europe's growing defence innovation ecosystem.