Question 1

Is the Australian cyber security market seeing genuine commercial traction?

Accepted Answer

The sector expanded by 380% over the last two years as cyber threats were reclassified from IT concerns to core business risks. This growth trajectory is expected to produce up to three domestic unicorns with valuations reaching A$1 billion.

Question 2

How is the funding environment for new technology ventures changing?

Accepted Answer

Corporate venture capital is forecast to grow from 23% to 50% of total Australian venture funding, fundamentally altering the traditional VC landscape. While available capital has increased 30x over 25 years, the actual cost to launch a technology business has decreased by 90% to approximately US$0.5 million.

Question 3

Can smaller ICT players realistically compete with global tech giants in AI?

Accepted Answer

Big tech firms dominate the AI sector by monopolizing talent and custom silicon, leading to a market where 90% of models focus on search problems. Startups must adopt API-led business models to remain viable against these incumbents who possess superior infrastructure and capital.

Question 4

What is the primary constraint on growth for digital infrastructure and health firms?

Accepted Answer

A critical shortage of STEM graduates serves as a universal barrier to scaling across the AI, cyber security, and digital health sectors. This talent deficit persists despite the 30x increase in venture capital entering the startup ecosystem compared to 25 years ago.

UBS Australasia Conference 2019: AI, Cyber Security, Digital Health and latest VC trends in Fintech

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