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Hatch Dimension X open innovation challenge is currently accepting applications for Cohort 8!
The application period is open from:
14 September 2026 00:00 (UTC +8)
To
9 October 2026 23:59 (UTC +8)
There are 6 challenges this cohort that cover public safety challenges in the engineering domain:
For interested applicants with solutions that do not directly fit any of the aforementioned challenges, an application can still be submitted under the “Out-of-the-box Technologies” category.
If you want to get in touch with the Hatch team regarding this open call, please contact us here.
01
Work on Mission-Critical Challenges:
Work on and understand the complex challenges faced by frontline public safety officers to create actual mission impact.
02
Direct Access to Public Safety Challenge Owners:
Co-develop and work directly with public safety stakeholders and decision-makers to scope your proof-of-concept to actual operational requirements.
03
Structured Proof-of-Concept Validation Pathway:
Leverage Hatch’s 4-month tech validation pathway where successful projects can be fast-tracked to further development and eventual deployment.
04
Secure Non-Equity Funding:
Gain non-dilutive funding of SG$100,00 and curated meetings and networking with other innovation and public safety stakeholders for further opportunities.
Dimension X is Hatch’s flagship global open innovation challenge that balances the need for rapid proof-of-concept validation and actual operational requirements of public safety challenges.
Over four months, selected teams work alongside end-users and technical stakeholders to develop proofs-of-concept and demonstrate their impact, with successful projects having further opportunities to explore pathways towards operational deployment.
Learn more about the Dimension X programme.
Application Deadline:
October 9, 2026
Date
14 September 2026
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09 October 2026
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