Checking the pulse of the UK and international tech start-up scene

The free to enter competition will bring together disruptive tech newcomers and an expert panel of judges from the technology and investment sector. These will include Google, BT, Broadcom, IBM, Deloitte, Orange Labs, Samsung, London Business Angels and Cambridge Angels, who will check the pulse of the UK and international tech start-up scene.

As well as facing tough questions, the fifteen finalists will also get immediate feedback from the judges, chaired by serial entrepreneur, Angel investor and Chairman of CW, David Cleevely, CBE, FREng, FIET.

“These are exciting and challenging times for the established technology industry, which is facing competition from next gen entrepreneurs, ready to disrupt existing modes of business,” commented Bob Driver, newly appointed CEO, CW. “I’m thrilled CW is a part of this competition, which is going international for the first time this year, and aims to discover emerging companies with the potential to mould future trends.”

“I’m looking forward to seeing more start-ups with breakthrough mobile communications applications than ever entering this year’s DS competition. Many participants from previous years have gone on to achieve great successes with their businesses, I hope this year’s competitors will do the same, or even better!” said Simon Bond, Innovation Director, SETsquared and joint DS15 competition organiser.

The 6^th DS15 is now open for UK and international entries. The deadline for applications is 14^th September 2015.