M17 & ARDC:

M17 is a new open source digital mode protocol for ham radio with its own codec, exciting stuff. Look into this and think about what can be done with project even far outside the realm of ham radio.

ARDC is a foundation giving out money for people to innovate in ham radio and is one of the groups funding M17 development. They have money ready to distribute to ambitious folks with skills who want to do cool things in this space.

If you have a moment, consider sharing this info with folks you know that have a passion for stuff like this.