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We’re still buzzing from Australia’s national celebration of deeptech innovation that was held in Sydney last week on Wednesday 23 October!

Companies from across the nation shared how they are tackling big challenges with quantum computing, next generation robots, clever climate change solutions, inspiring healthtech and so much more.

After eleven years of Tech23, people often ask what have we learnt over the years. The answer is lots! For example…

Over ten years ago – when the GFC was looming and the Federal Government’s support for innovation was ‘under review’ –Tech23 was born. At the time, Cicada was the main game in town, Sydney Angels was just forming, and the University of Sydney’s Incubate and the University of Melbourne’s MAP were still a few years away from being established.

Over a decade has passed since the first Tech23, and the calibre and goodwill of the community surrounding the event continues to grow. It’s an honour for us to offer this platform as a national runway for emerging deep tech gems from across Australia. We believe the...

As we observe the growth of homegrown gems like The Yield and Ovass, along with Tech23 stars like FluroSat and Agersens, it becomes apparent that AgTech is a ripe field for local techies looking to make a global impact. Australia’s potential to become a major player...

Many Australian founders aim to take their ideas beyond our shores, making their mark overseas. Below are just some of the Tech23 founders who are driving their companies to become major players on a global stage.  Geoff McQueen (Tech23 2009) is the CEO of Accelo...

Tech23 would never have been possible — yet alone have reached its tenth anniversary — without a great deal of support from all corners of the startup ecosystem.

An undeniable highlight of the past decade of Tech23 has been watching founders’ early visions transform into something much bigger. From bright ideas to brilliant realities — catch up on what these past Tech23 presenters are up to now.

As we celebrated Tech23’s tenth anniversary, we looked back on some of the event’s alumni companies and how they’re tracking since listing on the stock exchange.

An undeniable highlight of the past decade of Tech23 has been watching founders’ early visions transform into something much bigger. From bright ideas to brilliant realities — catch up on what these past Tech23 presenters are up to now.Flying highRory San Miguel...

For ten years, Tech23 has been supporting the growth of scores of deep tech companies, many of which are excelling in the EdTech sphere. Below, catch up on just a few of their latest developments. Dror Ben-Naim (Tech23 2012) has gone from strength to strength at...

For the past ten years, Tech23 has been a national showcase of the best of homegrown deep tech. Each year, Tech23 introduces a fresh cohort of 23 young tech companies from all corners of Australia and connects them with the right people in the startup ecosystem....