Cicada x Tech23

10th September 2025, Sydney

As the biggest deep tech event in the country, Cicada x Tech23 is more than just a showcase—it’s a movement. A movement to champion 23 visionary founders, connect them with the right people, and accelerate their journey from lab to market, from startup to scale.

Australia’s best deep tech startups have stood on the Tech23 stage before going on to reshape industries. Companies like Morse Micro, Samsara Eco, Q-CTRL, and ULUU. These companies have gone on to secure funding, scale their technology, and make an impact on a global stage.

Are you ready to be part of the movement? Applications for Tech23 2025 are now open. Apply today to share your vision, unlock new opportunities, and shape the future of deep tech.

It’s about bold thinkers and relentless problem-solvers tackling humanity’s greatest challenges. Tech23 is where Australia’s brightest deep tech leaders take the stage—not just to showcase breakthroughs, but to share their vision, challenge the status quo, and shape the future of entire industries.

For startups, Tech23 is more than visibility—it’s a launchpad. It’s where deep tech founders:

• Gain national recognition as one of Australia’s most promising startups

• Get in front of investors, industry leaders, and policymakers who can open doors

• Build connections that lead to funding, partnerships, and commercial opportunities

• Join an alumni network of 346 trailblazers who have gone on to advance their technologies and scale their businesses

If you’re building something extraordinary, this is your chance to step into the spotlight.

Explore our Cicada x Tech23 2024 Insights Report, which highlights the growing momentum of Australia’s deep tech sector and the innovators driving it forward.

The report examines the critical role of collaboration—from universities to SMEs and industry partners—in turning breakthrough technologies into real-world solutions. It also unpacks the persistent challenges of scaling deep tech businesses, including funding gaps and limited procurement pathways.

A systems-wide approach is needed to ensure Australia remains competitive, with stronger investment, infrastructure access, and strategic support for deep tech ventures.