The stage is set, and excitement is building as Technology Connected announces the Finalists for the 10th Wales Technology Awards – the grand finale of Wales Tech Week and the biggest celebration of technology and innovation in the country.
Marking a decade of honouring Welsh innovation, this year’s Awards promise to be a spectacular showcase of the pioneers, disruptors and leaders who are shaping the future of technology in Wales and beyond.
From ambitious startups to global innovators, the 2025 shortlist reflects the creativity, talent and drive that make Wales one of the UK’s most exciting tech ecosystems. On 26 November, the winners will be crowned at a glittering black-tie ceremony at the ICC Wales, bringing Wales Tech Week to a close in unforgettable style.
The Finalists for the Wales Technology Awards 2025 are:
The Sir Michael Moritz Tech Start-up Award
- Cavefish
- Critical Cloud
- eeziQS
- Pontiro
- Seedable Studio
- Zero Fintech
The Aled Miles International Impact Award
- Aber Instruments
- Excelerate Technology
- Laser Wire Solutions
- Mauve Cymru
Rising Star of the Year Award
- Declan Hughes – MicroLink Devices UK
- Evan Jenkins – Pontiro
- Lewis Ellams – Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre Cymru
- Madelaine Thomas – Image Angel
Best Tech Leader Award
- Ammar Akhtar – Finalrentals
- Bethan Evans – Excelerate Technology
- Mark Sweeny – de Novo Solutions
- Sinead Inson – Vishay Newport
Best Digital Transformation Award (Private Sector)
- Burbank Software
- InnovAltive Solutions
- Painting Practice
- Talent Pathway ID
Best Digital Transformation Award (Public Sector)
- DataMonet
- Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA)
- The Social Work Way
- SudoCyber
Best Digital Inclusion Award
- Augmenting Therapy CiC
- Glasshot IIp
- IE Hub
- ThinkEDI
Best AI Application Award
- Amplyfi
- Driverly
- SystemsX
- VisVira
Best EdTech Application Award
- Goggleminds
- GroupEd
- Saysomething.com
- SudoCyber
Best GreenTech Application Award
- Green Wing
- Nellie
- Nightingale HQ
- AM Innovations
Best HealthTech Application Award
- CanSense Ltd
- Concentric Health
- Excelerate Technology
- Signumology
Jacqui Murray, Director South Wales for the High Value Manufacturing Catapult and Head Judge of the 2025 Awards, said:
“The calibre of entries this year has been inspirational – spanning everything from breakthrough AI and healthtech applications to transformative digital inclusion, international impact, rising star and tech leader submissions. The ambition and ingenuity on display show that Wales is not just keeping pace but setting standards in technology and innovation. On behalf of the judging panel, I want to congratulate every finalist – you are the trailblazers defining the future of Welsh tech.”
Avril Lewis, Managing Director of Technology Connected, added:
“The Wales Technology Awards shine a spotlight on the people and businesses driving our digital future. These Finalists exemplify the ambition, resilience and creativity that make Wales a hotbed of innovation and investment. I’d like to thank everyone who entered this year — the standard of entries has been outstanding. As we celebrate ten years of the Awards, I look forward to recognising the achievements of our Finalists and celebrating the Winners at what promises to be our biggest and most spectacular event yet.”
The Wales Technology Awards are supported by partners including Intellistack with the Aled Miles International Impact Award, joined by Gold Partners Vishay, de Novo Solutions, and BT. Silver Partners are Cyber Innovation Hub, Thales, and Four Cymru alongside CSconnected, Butterfly Data and Hexa Finance.
Partnership opportunities remain open. Tickets and tables for 26 November at the ICC Wales are also available now.
Full details, including ticket sales and partnership opportunities, are available here.
