Register your interest!

Is your tech company ready to do business in the States? Apply to join the UK’s Department for Business and Trade (DBT) Technology delegation to SXSW, which will showcase the best of UK innovation across Artificial Intelligence, Automation, and Advanced Software.

Artificial Intelligence Opportunities in Texas:

Known as ‘Silicon Hills,’ Austin is where deep-tech like AI and SaaS meets venture capital and entrepreneurship. AI is more than just a buzzword in the Austin ecosystem: the world-renowned University of Texas at Austin, has designated 2024 the “Year of AI.” Local leaders like Michael Dell have left their mark on the region by cultivating a technology hub that keeps attracting tech companies to the region. Companies at the forefront of the AI renaissance such as Dell, Oracle, and Indeed have planted their headquarters in Austin and continue to invest in its talent and ecosystem.

Apply if your tech business meets the following criteria:

• Experience exporting into the US and other international markets
• Well-funded and seeking additional funding opportunities
• AI tech that can be utilized across multiple industries

About South by Southwest (SXSW) Conference & Festival:

Taking place in Austin from 7 -15 March, 2025 and convening over 300,000 visitors from around the globe, SXSW presents the world’s top innovation and advanced technologies. Attendance is comprised of industry-leading people and companies at the pinnacle of their fields, meaning the experience, conversations, and access at the conference is unparalleled. You’ll have professional and business development opportunities, invitations to networking events and receptions, no shortage of inspirational keynote speakers and of course, the best Texas BBQ and plenty of live music!

Delegates will receive:

• Bespoke DBT support including 1:1 meetings to promote your company’s unique market offering and US goals.
• Showcase and pitching opportunities to key investors, buyers, and other technology ecosystem stakeholders.
• Invitation to receptions & networking events with DBT and fellow trade mission participants.
• Promotional engagement including DBT promotion of your company’s participation in our trade mission across multiple communication channels.

Additional information:

• This application is only to register interest and does not guarantee acceptance onto the DBT Tech trade delegation.
• Travel and conference badges are not funded by UK Government.
• Your feedback during a post-event follow-up session will help improve our program in future years.

Submissions are due by 30th November