Challenge RADar

April 7 – June 14, 2026

Unlocking the military potential of dual-use technology. RADAR presents a new strategic foresight challenge: What if a technological, scientific, or industrial breakthrough originating in the civilian sector were to suddenly upend the military balance of power?

The challenge involves completing the following task:

The goal? To generate concrete and innovative ideas to share with key players in the national defense sector.

Envision a paradigm shift through a scenario and demonstrate how it concretely transforms the capabilities of the armed forces

(10- to 15-year time horizon)

L’objectif ? Faire émerger des idées concrètes et innovantes à partager avec des acteurs clés de la défense nationale.

Instructions:

Your script must include the following four elements:

1- The Breakup
Describe a major innovation or development (technological, scientific, or industrial) originating in the civilian sector

2- The switch
Explain how this shift changes the rules of the game (balances, vulnerabilities, power dynamics, etc.)

3- The Military Impact
Explain how this disruption specifically affects the military’s capabilities (operations, intelligence, logistics, security, command, etc.)

4- The Answer
Suggest a plausible adaptation (e.g., operational role, new equipment, doctrinal or organizational changes)

Be authentic, creative, and innovative!

A jury composed of members of the RADAR program team will select the best ideas.

Terms and Conditions

  • Challenge open to everyone
  • You may respond individually or as a group (up to 5 people)

Terms of Participation

Write your screenplay (maximum 6,000 characters) directly on the platform by clicking “I’m entering.” Submit your entry by June 14 at 11:59 p.m.

Up for grabs:

Threats 2035

Signed copies of the book on defense foresight and strategic planning

Double page d'un magazine ouvert avec un article en français intitulé 'Une brève histoire des risques biologiques', illustré par un symbole de risque biologique rouge central.

Invitations

exclusive to the work of the RADAR Collective

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Brand-new lots

in the colors of the RADAR initiative

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