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Strengthening Global Security | DEFSEC 2025

Defense & Security Innovations Conference

Powered by Startup Disrupt & Future Forces Forum

In response to rapidly evolving global security challenges, DEFSEC 2025 brings together pioneering startups, industry giants, defense experts, and government leaders to explore the cutting edge of defense and security technologies. Join us as we define the future of defense innovation.

🤝 Under the Patronage of AOBP

We are proud to announce that DefSec is held under the official patronage of the Association of Defence and Security Industry of the Czech Republic (AOBP). This prestigious support underscores the event’s strategic importance for national and international security cooperation.

Event Highlights

A Vision for the Future of Defense:

DEFSEC 2025 serves as a catalyst for innovation and strategic collaboration across the defense technology landscape. This year’s agenda dives into advanced topics shaping the defense ecosystem—from AI in command and control to quantum-driven air defense.

Key Themes

1. Innovations for Command & Control (C2): Explore how AI, AR/VR, quantum computing, and multi-domain integration are transforming military command systems. Topics include: AI-driven decision-making systems, VR/AR for immersive C2 training, Quantum cryptography for secure operations, Cybersecurity and resilient C2 networks, Human-machine teaming
2. Innovations in Electronic Warfare: Dive into the future of electromagnetic dominance and cyber-electronic convergence. Topics include: Cognitive EW and AI-adaptive jamming, Quantum sensing and quantum radar, Directed energy weapons, Space-based EW capabilities, Convergence of cyber and EW (CEMA)
3. Multi-Layered Air & Missile Defense: Unpack next-gen solutions for layered defense systems against aerial and hypersonic threats. Topics include: AI-integrated air defense, Counter-hypersonic technologies, Directed energy systems for dronesC-UAS innovations and space-based surveillance

Networking & Matchmaking Opportunities

Meet with decision-makers from NATO, Ministries of Defence, top-tier VC firms, aerospace giants, and cybersecurity innovators.

Dedicated sessions include: Startup-Investor Matchmaking, Military-Tech Roundtables, After-party for informal networking

Why Attend?
Connect. Innovate. Influence the global defense landscape. DEFSEC 2025 is the meeting point for defense innovation, strategy, and cross-border cooperation.

Innovations United festival

Stand out of the crowd and share your project with 1000+ professionals and market leaders.

DefSec 2025 is part of Prague Defense Tech Week!

A unique series of events spotlighting the technologies, people, and partnerships shaping the future of defense innovation and dual-use tech.

📍 Powered by Presto Tech Horizons, Invest in Bravery, and European Defense Tech Hub — in co-operation with Startup Disrupt and key ecosystem partners.

👇 Don’t miss these key events:

💥 Invest in Bravery Summit, Wednesday, June 5 | 09:00–16:00, Czernin Palace, Prague

🔗 Register before June 1: https://lu.ma/j91h6jhp

🍸 After the Summit – Networking Night, June 5 | 18:00–22:00

🔗 Reserve your spot: https://lu.ma/chc4r6l5

💻 EDTH Hackathon, June 6–8

🔗 Join the hackathon: https://lu.ma/edth-2025-prague

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The Must-Attend Event For...

• Board members
• C-Level Executives
• Diversity managers
• Enterpreneurs
• Freelancers
• Investors
• SME Owners
• Startup founders

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Event opens topics such as

• Diversity
• Health
• Inclusion
• Leadership
• Well being

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