This award highlights those companies developing novel tools, technology or methodologies that are helping Australia build sovereign capability in artificial intelligence. Our judges are looking for AI technologies that address market challenges with a unique and non-replicable approach, either as a standalone or integrated solution. Not just AI for AI’s sake – but AI that impacts, inspires and makes people’s lives better.

This award acknowledges technologies benefiting both civilian and military sectors, while also considering their ethical and legal implications. It highlights the potential of technology to promote peace and security, encompassing advancements in renewable energy, advanced materials, robotics, and related fields. This award covers everything from quantum sensing to satellite manufacturing to biosecurity.

This category rewards ambition and innovation in renewable energy, recycling, and the circular economy sectors. It encompasses everything from advancements in hydrogen extraction technologies, solar cell improvements, grid management software, and innovations in re-manufacturing.

Recognising innovations in value-added food production and AgriTech, this award covers a spectrum from high-tech sensor devices and farm-based robotics to plant-based meat and other protein products at scale.

This award recognises outstanding achievements in digital transformation, cloud-based platforms, automation, cybersecurity, AI, blockchain, and other emerging technologies aimed at enhancing government operations and citizen engagement.

In response to global health challenges, this category celebrates digital health platforms, medical devices, diagnostics, therapeutics, pharmaceuticals, and biotech innovations that contribute to effective healthcare systems and address societal needs.

This category celebrates software products making significant impacts in FinTech, AI, machine learning, edge computing, or other verticals, contributing significantly to industry and community.

Recognising the successful commercialisation of deep-tech research, this award spans various sectors, from plant-based meat production to space initiatives, regardless of whether the research originated in institutions, corporations, startups, or collaborative ventures. This award is open to both individuals and to companies that have brought research to life, delivering commercial success or positive social impact.