New York, N.Y., Aug. 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — NANO Nuclear Energy Inc. (NASDAQ: NNE) (“NANO Nuclear” or the “Company”), a leading advanced nuclear energy and technology company focused on developing clean energy solutions, today announced that it has been selected by the U.S. Army’s xTech program to advance to the finals pitch event of the prestigious U.S. Army xTechSearch 9 competition.
“We are honored to be recognized by the U.S. Army through the xTech program and excited to advance to the final pitch,” said Jay Yu, Founder and Chairman of NANO Nuclear. “This milestone underscores the potential of our technologies, particularly our deployable microreactor, to support the Army’s mission and national security priorities. We look forward to presenting our vision and capabilities at the finals.”
“The selection into the xTechSearch 9 finals highlights the growing interest in our deployable microreactor, to deliver resilient and sustainable power in contested and austere environments,” said James Walker, Chief Executive Officer of NANO Nuclear. “We are eager to continue the process, share our progress with Army stakeholders, and explore opportunities for future collaboration.”
The xTech program is a competitive initiative led by the U.S. Army to engage with innovative technology companies and foster dual-use solutions that can meet critical defense needs. Advancing to the finals provides NANO Nuclear the opportunity to showcase its capabilities directly to Army decision-makers and continue discussions on how its advanced microreactors may enhance operational energy resilience and logistical flexibility.
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