Closes 11 November 2026
Innovate UK’s Frontier AI: SME Champions, Phase 1 Competition
Innovate UK
- How much
- Up to £175k
- Closing date
- 11 November 2026
- Where
- UK-wide
- Who can apply
- UK SMEs
- Aimed at
- IT & digital
Grants for UK SMEs to validate AI innovations, with up to £175,000 available.
About the grant
This competition offers UK SMEs a share of £3.1 million to validate ambitious AI and machine learning innovations. Grants depend on business size and eligible project costs, targeting advances in health, materials, security, and AI safety.
Who can apply
Open to UK SMEs working on AI innovations in specified themes.
Taken from the funder's website. Last updated 7 November 2026.