Core Defender AI is excited to launch the Oregon AIR Challenge 2026, a statewide innovation challenge that invites students in grades 4 through college undergrad to turn their ideas into real AI and Robotics (AIR) solutions.

Whether students dream of improving their school, helping their community, protecting the environment, or inventing the next great technology, the Oregon AIR Challenge gives them the opportunity to develop their ideas, build confidence, and present them to leaders from education, industry, and the community.

There is no cost to participate.

Students will:

Identify a real-world problem they want to solve.
Design an AI or robotics solution.
Submit their project online.
Earn a chance to become an Oregon AIR Challenge semifinalist.
Present live at the Oregon AIR Challenge Pitch Event in downtown Portland on August 6, 2026.

Learn more and register at:
https://oregonair.coredefender.ai