Programs for Start-ups

Barcelona, March 2027

Austrade is currently seeking expressions of interest from Australian companies interested in participating in 4 Years From Now (4YFN), taking place in Barcelona from 1–4 March 2027. 4YFN runs alongside MWC Barcelona and brings together startups, scaleups, investors, corporates and other stakeholders from across the global technology ecosystem. Austrade has secured a limited number of complimentary passes for the event for eligible Australian companies.

The event covers a broad range of technology areas, including AI and emerging technologies, climate tech, connectivity, fintech, health tech and broader digital innovation.

Applications close on 31st October 2026, with successful applicants notified in November.

The Search for Insurance’s Next Big Ideas Is On

The Innovation Challenge is your opportunity to put an innovative solution in front of insurance leaders, gain industry recognition, and become part of a community built around solving real problems—not just talking about innovation.

Submissions close October 7.

On October 27, finalists will take the stage during the InsurTech America Innovation Challenge Showcase & Awards, hosted during Hartford Innovation Week (running 26^th – 30^th October 2026).

This is more than a pitch competition. It’s a chance to see the solutions making waves across the industry, connect with the people behind them, and celebrate the innovators shaping what’s next for insurance.

Why enter?

• Gain exposure
• Access structured feedback from industry experts
• Win prizes and recognition
• Join a network of past winners scaling their solutions