Kadri Tammai & NATO DIANA
In this episode of the sTARTUp Day podcast, Kadri Tammai, Regional Director at NATO DIANA (Defence Innovation Accelerator for the North Atlantic), discusses how NATO DIANA helps deep-tech startups navigate the defense sector.
She explains the importance of dual-use technologies—solutions that serve both civilian and defense applications—and highlights Estonia’s growing role in defense innovation.
Kadri shares insights into the barriers startups face when entering the defense industry, NATO DIANA’s acceleration programs across 32 NATO countries, and how they provide funding, mentorship, and industry connections to startups. She also touches on emerging technologies in cybersecurity, AI, robotics, and quantum computing and the increasing investment opportunities in defense tech.
The episode provides valuable information for founders looking to enter the defense sector, detailing how and when to apply for the NATO DIANA accelerator and what startups can gain from the program.
Kadri shares insights into the barriers startups face when entering the defense industry, NATO DIANA’s acceleration programs across 32 NATO countries, and how they provide funding, mentorship, and industry connections to startups. She also touches on emerging technologies in cybersecurity, AI, robotics, and quantum computing and the increasing investment opportunities in defense tech.
The episode provides valuable information for founders looking to enter the defense sector, detailing how and when to apply for the NATO DIANA accelerator and what startups can gain from the program.
The episode is hosted by Jürgen Klemm and recorded in collaboration with foundME and Miltton.
Listen now (in Estonian) on Spotify.