Vodafone has launched its first Techstarter awards, which have been created to uncover and develop ideas that harness the power of technology, connectivity and innovation to improve health, education, environmental protection or social mobility.
The finalists for its inaugural awards have been announced and include both profit and not-for-profit organisations. All have prototype ideas with a clearly defined social purpose.
The ventures exploit a range of technologies from mobile apps to the Internet of Things, Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain.
In addition to sharing a prize fund of £300K, winners will benefit from access to industry and technology expertise from Vodafone and the Social Tech Trust, enabling them to take their innovations from prototype to market readiness. This will include coaching, commercial development support, mentorship, investment and partnership advice.
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