Applications for Round 1 of the Catalysing the Artificial Intelligence Opportunity in Our Regions Grant opportunity is now open. Applicants should demonstrate how their project:
- supports the development, implementation and demonstration of real-world applications of artificial intelligence technologies that address challenges in regional area(s) in Australia
- increases the awareness and understanding of real-world artificial intelligence applications, opportunities, benefits and risks in regional area(s)
- develops new partnerships between regional industries, businesses and communities with the Australian technology sector.
Successful applicants and projects will contribute to the program’s goals. The program aims to:
- increase adoption, development and use of artificial intelligence technologies in regional area(s) to lift the competitiveness, productivity and sustainability of industry and business
- greater trust, inclusion and awareness of artificial intelligence technologies and their applications in regional area(s)
- to bring forward the potential economic, productivity, social and environmental benefits of artificial intelligence in regional Australian economies and communities, supporting job creation.
Eligibility:
You can apply if you meet the eligibility criteria. The eligibility criteria are a set of rules that describe who we can consider for this grant. You can apply if you:
- are an eligible entity
- have an eligible project
- have eligible expenditure.
The rules are in the grant opportunity guidelines.
Total Amount Available (AUD): $3,000,000.00
Estimated Grant Value (AUD): From $250,000.00 to $500,000.00
Applications close February 21, 2022 at 5pm AEDT