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IDEaS - Cyber Attribution for the Defence of Canada
Cyber attribution challenge for national defence
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Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Archived
Location
Canada
Who can apply
Eligible candidates
Overview
Cyber Attribution for the Defence of Canada is an IDEaS challenge with total funding of $7.5 million to advance secure cyberspace attribution for the Department of National Defence. It seeks innovative approaches to access, interpret, and compare evidence, demonstrate methodological approaches and confidence metrics, and identify technical and regulatory issues.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Conduct research and development activities
- Strengthen cybersecurity
- Conduct research or evaluation activities
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
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Validate your eligibility
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Frequently Asked Questions about the IDEaS - Cyber Attribution for the Defence of Canada Program
What is the IDEaS - Cyber Attribution for the Defence of Canada?
Cyber Attribution for the Defence of Canada is an IDEaS challenge with total funding of $7.5 million to advance secure cyberspace attribution for the Department of National Defence. It seeks innovative approaches to access, interpret, and compare evidence, demonstrate methodological approaches and confidence metrics, and identify technical and regulatory issues.
Where is the IDEaS - Cyber Attribution for the Defence of Canada available?
The IDEaS - Cyber Attribution for the Defence of Canada program is available across Canada.
Is the IDEaS - Cyber Attribution for the Defence of Canada a grant, loan, or tax credit?
IDEaS - Cyber Attribution for the Defence of Canada is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the IDEaS - Cyber Attribution for the Defence of Canada?
IDEaS - Cyber Attribution for the Defence of Canada is funded by Government of Canada, Department of National Defence (DND)
Who can I contact for more information about the IDEaS - Cyber Attribution for the Defence of Canada?
You can contact Government of Canada.