Events ➞ 2016
The 2nd Annual US Department of Defense / MIT Forum Combating Terrorism Technology Innovation Day
The 2016 Combating Terrorism Technology Innovation Day
(in partnership with the US Department of Defense/CTTSOand the Israel Ministry of Defense/MAFAAT).
As terrorists become more sophisticated, so too must the tools for defeating them. Startups play a critical role in developing the breakthroughs required. The innovation day will show startups and entrepreneurs from any technology domain the major opportunities emerging in the combating terrorism technology markets.
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The $210K Startup Challenge and conference:
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120 technology startups entered. 18 finalists will present live to a panel of International judges. A special VIP guest of honor will present $210,000 in no-strings-attached prize money. (click here for the finalists).
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Leading experts from Israel and abroad will discuss terrorism trends, opportunities for startup technology companies, and the “how to's” of what it takes to succeed.
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The conference runs from 08:45 - 17:30 (click here for speaker panel)
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The exhibits/demos (Entrance Free between 14:00 and 16:00):
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25 early-stage security startups will demonstrate cutting edge counter-terrorism innovations in open exhibition.
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Location is the Atrium in the Porter Building (map here)
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Entrance Free to the Exhibits/Demos between 14:00 and 16:00
June 7, 2016
08:45 – 17:30 (includes lunch and afternoon wine & cheese reception; Registration from 08:15)
The Capsule Building, The Porter School of Environmental Studies, Tel Aviv University (Map)
Conference Pricing and Registration:
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Early Bird: NIS 120 (by May 31)
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Pre registration: NIS 180 (by June 3)
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Students & MIT Forum Subscribers: NIS 60 (register by May 31)
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After June 3 all entries are NIS 240
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Note entrance to the Exhibit area is free (open to public between 14:00 and 16:00).
To Register Click Here

