Code Metal

?? ???????? ?????? ???????? ?????????? ???? ?????? ???????? ???????????? ???????? ?????????????? ??????????????!??? We're thrilled to announce that Code Metal has been selected to participate in this year's Boston Inno Madness competition, a bracket-style challenge spotlighting 64 of Boston's most innovative startups featured in the Boston Business Journal. ?? ?????? ???? ??????:?Code Metal specializes in AI-powered development workflows at the edge. Our mission is to make hardware development as easy and fast as software feature development and accelerate the journey from algorithmic breakthroughs to edge hardware applications. ?? ?????? ???????? ?????? ???????? ??????????? The Code Metal Platform is the world’s first solution agentic workflow that helps team’s automate real-time system development, optimization, and deployment. Code Metal is accelerating development at the edge faster than any of its peers at a time where edge deployments are scaling rapidly. ? ?????? ???? ????????: 1. Visit the Voting Page: https://lnkd.in/exg3jK-8 2. Cast your vote! 3. ???????? - ?????? ???????? ???? ?????????????? ?????? ???????????? ?????????????? ???? ???????????? ?????? ???????? ???????? ???? ??????????! ?? Voting for Round 1 is open from March 18 to March 24. Your support can propel us to the next stage of the competition. Alexander Harstrick Peter Morales Will Meris Christine Keung Jonathan Bronson J2 Ventures Shield Capital Maggie G. Brian Peterson Alex Showalter-Bucher #AI #EdgeComputing #DeepTech #MachineLearning

?? ???????????????????? ?????? ???????? ???????? ?????????? ?????????????? ?????????? ??????: ?????????? ???????? ?????????????????? ??????????????! Sponsored by the City of Boston and hosted at Code Metal’s downtown offices, this year’s hackathon showcased an exceptional blend of talent. Teams from prestigious institutions including Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Harvard University, Tufts University, Boston University, Northeastern University, Stanford University, and Florida Atlantic University, alongside Special Operations Teams from the United States Department of Defense, converged to innovate for advancing operations in smart cities, to support USSOCOM needs. A distinguished panel of AI/ML and defense experts from Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), the U.S. Air Force, academia, and industry rigorously evaluated each project on impact, functionality, feasibility, and scalability. ?? ?????????????????????????????? ???? ???????? ????????????????? for taking First Place with ?????????????? ??????????????: a covert, city-wide surveillance network using hidden passive sensor nodes and existing urban infrastructure to track vehicles via tire pressure signals. Kudos to David Neary (RF/Cyber R&D Program Manager), Anton Njavro (Boston University), Ryan Nguyen (Harvard University), and Djordje Ivanovic (Harvard University) for their groundbreaking achievement! ?????????? ????????????-????: Team C:4 (MIT students George Cheng, Dylan Nguyen, and Natnael Kahssay) with the CODE 3 Project. ???????????? ????????????-????: Team Beholder (DoD Team) with Project Unsanitized Input. ?????????????????? ????????????????: Team Jumbo (Tufts University) and Team Nerdcom (Massachusetts Institute of Technology & Boston College). A huge thank you to the judges, hackers, VIPs, and mentors who dedicated their weekend to supporting USSOCOM initiatives and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in smart city operations. We extend our sincere gratitude to USSOCOM, the City of Boston, and our esteemed partners for their invaluable support and resources, which made this event possible. ?? To view all the project presentations and the award ceremony, click here: https://lnkd.in/gm3_wak9 Alexander Harstrick Christine Keung Peter Morales Alex Showalter-Bucher Eric Rosenbach J2 Ventures Jonathan Bronson Yeri Lopez SOFWERX MassRobotics Adam Caruso Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) Will Meris Edward Loew Octavian Udrea Shield Capital Andrew Bartholomew

Over the past weekend, I had the honor of participating in the USSOCOM MetalOps: Smart City Hackathon. This hands-on challenge brought together IoT, RF, AI, and Cybersecurity professionals, along with students from prestigious institutions like MIT, Harvard, and Tufts, to form 2-5 member teams tasked with creating real-world solutions for the U.S. Special Operations Command. Teaming up with my roommate Eric Liu, a fellow USNA grad now also at MIT, we ventured out of our comfort zone to address the pressing issues faced by operators. After conducting market research and brainstorming, we decided to create a hybrid mesh network that leverages existing smart city infrastructure (primarily Wi-Fi) to provide secure, private communication for first responders during disasters when cellular coverage may be unavailable, and to offer a resilient, secure channel for the U.S. Special Operations Command. In just 24 hours, we successfully built the mesh network, integrated frequency hopping, encryption, and dynamic failover logic on ESP32s, delivering a minimal viable product (MVP) for a resilient and secure communication solution. While we didn't secure the top prize, I am immensely proud of our two-person team for creating a functional MVP in an unfamiliar domain, showcasing our ability to adapt and innovate in a field beyond our usual expertise. Congratulations to the winning team for their outstanding innovation, and a special shout-out to my Balkan friends Anton Njavro and Djordje Ivanovic for representing us well—truly amazing work! Thank you to the mentors and organizers at Code Metal for orchestrating this enriching event that fostered learning, collaboration, and innovation. The experience was truly invaluable, filled with opportunities to test our theoretical knowledge in practical, high-pressure situations. Check out a brief demo of our network in action, showcasing its self-adapting capabilities in challenging scenarios: https://lnkd.in/dDwxvjxh #Hackathon #SmartCity #Cybersecurity #IoT #Innovation #Teamwork #USSOCOM #MetalOps

Code Metal CEO Peter Morales shares his insights in a recent Forbes article, ?????? ???????????????????????? ???????? ???? ?????????????? ???? ???????????? ???? ??????????????????????. “Significant progress can be made without billions in funding or cutting-edge hardware," said Peter Morales, CEO of Code Metal. "This marks a shift where smaller players can build domain-specific reasoning models, democratizing what was once exclusive to well-funded AI labs.” Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/dJuQknzn #AI #Deeptech #MachineLearning #FutureOfAI #ArtificialIntelligence

We’re thrilled to partner with Code Metal to offer Femtosense SPU-001 as a hardware platform for real-time on-device AI inference at the Code Metal USSOCOM ????????????????: ?????????? ???????? ?????????????????? in Boston this weekend! As day one winds down, the innovation is just getting started. ?? Excited to see what the teams build—looking forward to all the demos tomorrow! ?? Thank you for introducing us to Code Metal, J2 Ventures Jonathan Bronson Alexander Harstrick Christine Keung Matt Goldman! #hackathon #SmartCity #DualUse #EdgeAI #EmbeddedAI #RaspberryPi

?? ??????????. ??????. ????????!?Today marks the ???????????????? ???????????????of the Code Metal USSOCOM ????????????????: ?????????? ???????? ?????????????????? sponsored by the City of Boston and we couldn’t be more excited. We’re bringing together the best minds in special forces, defense, deep tech industry and academia to build the future of urban operations and smart city edge applications. We’re thrilled to welcome an incredible lineup of speakers, including Eric Rosenbach, Former Pentagon Chief of Staff; Santiago Garces, Chief Innovation Officer for the City of Boston; and Christine Keung, General Partner at J2 Ventures, along with other top leaders from the Department of Defense and industry. Over the next few days, participants will collaborate, compete, and create cutting-edge solutions to help shape a more connected and resilient urban future. With guidance from USSOCOM, Code Metal, and a community of dynamic mentors, hackers will have the opportunity to push the boundaries of smart city technology and operations for special missions. ?? Check out all the details here: lu.ma/CM.hackathon Christine Keung Alexander Harstrick J2 Ventures Shield Capital Peter Morales Alex Showalter-Bucher Will Meris Brian Peterson Jonathan Bronson Yeri Lopez #AI #DefenseInnovation #ArtificialIntelligence #MissionCritical #EdgeComputing

We’re proud to announce that Code Metal has achieved “Awardable” Status from the U.S. Department of Defense through the DoD Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Office (CDAO) Tradewinds Solutions Marketplace. This recognition underscores our commitment to delivering cutting-edge AI solutions that enhance mission-critical capabilities for the DoD. By bridging the gap between advanced research and real-world applications, we’re empowering defense organizations to accelerate development timelines and maintain a decisive edge in an ever-evolving operational landscape. ?? Read the full press release to learn more: https://lnkd.in/g-8Uv7Hr #AI #DefenseInnovation #ArtificialIntelligence #MissionCritical #EdgeComputing

?? ???????? ???????? ???? ?????????? ???????????? ?????? ???????? ???????? ???? ?????????? ????????????????????! Join us at the Code Metal USSOCOM MetalOps: Smart City Hackathon—proudly sponsored by the City of Boston—for a hands-on opportunity to shape the future of secure, resilient, and mission-ready operations in complex urban environments. ?????????? ???????? ?????????? ?????????????? Professionals and students in IoT, RF, AI, and cybersecurity will unite to create real-world solutions for the U.S. Special Operations Command. Gear up for an unforgettable challenge combining cutting-edge technology with national security objectives. ?????? ???????? ???? ??????????? Expect to see representatives from the Army, Air Force, DARPA, USSOCOM, and more! ?????????????? ?????????? ???????????????? ?Eric Rosenbach, Former Pentagon Chief of Staff ?Leaders from the City of Boston and the Department of Defense (including the Defense Innovation Unit and U.S. Special Operations Command) ?????????? ?????????????? ????????????: March 14–16, 2025 ??????????????????: One Boston Place, 18th Floor (201 Washington Street) ? ????????????: $16,000 total ? ???????????????? ????????????????: SDR, Compute, and FPGA ?????????? ???? ???????? ???? ?????? ??????????????????? ?? Spaces are limited, and only the best will get in.?Learn More and Apply Here: https://lu.ma/CM.hackathon #SmartCity #UrbanInnovation #Hackathon #IoT #AI #Cybersecurity #NationalSecurity #DefenseInnovation

Get ready to supercharge your innovation game! The Code Metal USSOCOM MetalOps: Smart City Hackathon—proudly sponsored by The City of Boston—is just around the corner, happening March 14–16 in Boston, MA. We’re thrilled to welcome an incredible lineup of speakers, including Eric Rosenbach, Former Pentagon Chief of Staff; Santiago Garces, Chief Innovation Officer for the City of Boston; and Christine Keung, General Partner at J2 Ventures, along with other top leaders from the Department of Defense and industry. This is your chance to team up with brilliant minds, tackle real-world urban challenges, and showcase your skills. Whether you’re a coder, designer, strategist, or just passionate about building a smarter future, there’s something for everyone. Don't miss this unique opportunity to network with thought leaders, learn from expert mentors, and develop solutions that can make a genuine impact on city life. We can’t wait to see what innovations emerge from this exciting collaborative event. Mark your calendars and get ready to hack your way to a brighter, smarter tomorrow—see you in Boston on March 14–16! ?? Learn More and Register Today: #dualuse #deeptech #govtech #defense L3Harris Technologies Harvard Innovation Labs MIT Sandbox Innovation Fund Program Massachusetts Institute of Technology Yeri Lopez Alexander Harstrick Christine Keung Will Meris Peter Morales

Code Metal is honored to announce that City of Boston’s Chief Innovation Officer, Santiago Garces, will be joining Christine Keung, General Partner at J2 Ventures on March 14 in Boston, MA for a panel discussion at the USSOCOM MetalOps: Smart City Hackathon. The panel, titled Boston Next: Charting the Smart City Frontier, will delve into how AI, smart mobility, digital equity, cybersecurity, and public-private collaborations are shaping the future of urban innovation. ?? Learn More and Register Today: https://lu.ma/CM.hackathon #dualuse #deeptech #govtech #defense L3Harris Technologies Harvard Innovation Labs MIT Sandbox Innovation Fund Program Massachusetts Institute of Technology Harvard Innovation Labs Yeri Lopez Alexander Harstrick Christine Keung