Yesterday we at @anduriltech hosted about 150 competitors in Columbus and about another 250 in Long Beach to push our limits in the @MurphChallenge and raise money for veterans non-profits. Was an honor to share the stage with Navy SEAL vet (and Anduril colleague) Ryan as we reflected on LT Murphy's bravery and sacrifice.
Through this event we'll raise over $100k to support @HonorInstitute, @FoldsofHonor, @SOFWarriorFnd, and the LT Michael P. Murphy Memorial Scholarship Foundation.
A few photos from the two Murphs...
More than a workout. Over 400 competitors showed up in Long Beach, CA and Columbus, OH today to honor our heroes by pushing their limits.
Anduril is on pace to raise $100k for military non-profits through the @MurphChallenge this year.
Thanks to everyone who challenged themselves for a great cause.
Anduril is changing the rules of defense tech by giving it a high-design gloss. Jen Bucci, its unapologetic, Power Rangers-loving head of design, gives us the first tour of her secretive lab. https://t.co/5pYUWxq8T7
The @MurphChallenge is back. We’re on a mission to honor the legacy of Navy SEAL LT. Michael P. Murphy and all our fallen heroes.
Anduril is the official title sponsor. Our goal is to make 2026 the biggest Murph year ever. For every person who competes, Anduril will donate $5 to a military nonprofit.
The struggle of this workout is an intentional reminder and meaningful way for us to honor those in service who have given the ultimate sacrifice to protect our American values.
Yesterday, Anduril announced the AI Grand Prix, an autonomous drone racing competition to be won by good typing on the computer rather than joystick jockeying. Sport of the mind, not the body.
Barely 24 hours later, over 1,000 teams have signed up to compete!
Today we’re announcing the AI Grand Prix. The fully autonomous drone racing competition inviting the boldest engineers from around the globe to compete for $500,000 and a job at Anduril.
No human pilots.
No hardware mods.
Identical @neros_tech drones.
Software is the only path to victory.
If you win, it’s because your autonomy stack is better. Full stop.
Season 1 kicks off this spring, leading up to the AI Grand Prix Ohio.
@orenmeetsworld LA / OC paddleboard clubs on the rise, come through!
South Bay Paddle Club: https://t.co/1KIJGkD3U2
Prones Brigade: https://t.co/NSMV1CeRe8