A new joint grant program, UNITE - Brave NATO, has been launched by Brave1 and NATO to accelerate the development of critical battlefield technologies. This initiative will fund collaborative teams pairing Ukrainian firms with allied counterparts to rapidly scale prototypes into deployable weapons. The program focuses specifically on drone and air-defense technologies, areas of crucial importance in the ongoing conflict. Applications are now being accepted for funding, signaling a move towards faster innovation cycles driven by real-world battlefield needs. UNITE - Brave NATO aims to leverage Ukraine’s innovative spirit and agile development with NATO's resources and expertise. The program represents a strengthened partnership committed to providing Ukraine with advanced defense capabilities. This collaboration promises to shorten the time between concept and deployment of vital technologies.