Astute Systems Nominated for AI Innovator – Defence and National Security at the 2025 Australian AI Awards

We’re thrilled to announce that Astute Systems has been nominated for the AI Innovator – Defence and National Security award at the 2025 Australian AI Awards, recognising our groundbreaking work in advanced autonomy through the GXA-1 Mission System. This prestigious award honours the AI innovation that has most successfully enabled business growth in the defence and national security sector whether by improving internal efficiencies or delivering exceptional customer outcomes. Astute Systems’ nomination reflects our commitment to delivering mission-critical AI solutions that redefine operational capability. GXA-1 Mission System: Redefining Autonomy in Defence At the heart of our nomination is the GXA-1 Mission System, a next-generation autonomy platform designed to support complex defence operations. Deployed in both Ukraine and the United Kingdom, GXA-1 has been instrumental in Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems (CUAS) and land vehicle programs, enhancing situational awareness, decision-making speed, and operational safety. GXA-1 enables advanced machine learning, sensor fusion, and adaptive control systems to deliver real-time autonomous support in dynamic environments. Its success in live deployment underscores its reliability and strategic value in modern defence scenarios. Notable achievements Celebrating Innovation at the Gala The 2025 Australian AI Awards will be held on Wednesday, 5 November 2025 at the Sofitel Sydney Wentworth, bringing together Australia’s top AI talent for a black-tie celebration of innovation and impact. With categories spanning industries from banking and law to aerospace and cyber, the awards showcase the transformative power of AI across the Australian economy. Join Us in Sydney We invite our partners, collaborators, and supporters to join us at this landmark event. Tickets are now available: Venue: Sofitel Sydney Wentworth Welcome Reception: 6:30pm AEDT Official Start: 7:00pm Dress Code: Black Tie