The AI Grand Challenges Act of 2026 authorizes the National Science Foundation to identify and award prizes for artificial intelligence research and.
The AI Grand Challenges Act of 2026 authorizes the Director of the National Science Foundation to establish a program to award prizes for artificial intelligence research and development. The Director must consult with relevant entities to identify and select grand challenges, including one focused on artificial intelligence-enabled cancer breakthroughs. The Director will publish the grand challenges and prize competitions on Challenge.gov, ensuring accessibility. The Director may award cash prizes of at least $10 million to each winner and may also utilize non-cash awards.
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