The next phase of Australia’s tech story depends on deeper global capital
Our startups deliver unmatched results per dollar invested. But to stay ahead globally, we need deeper capital, faster infrastructure and bold ambition.
Alan is HSBC's head of innovation banking for Australia and New Zealand.
Australia enters 2026 with a strong innovation sector that is ripe for continued growth and investment. However, the right support and momentum will be critical.
Dealroom.co ranks Australia as the global leader in the efficient creation of unicorns, generating 1.22 unicorns for every one billion dollars of venture capital invested. On a per-dollar basis, no other country comes close.
This efficiency is not a coincidence. It reflects how Australian founders operate compared with their global counterparts.
The relatively small size of the Australian market means that, to defend and grow the nation’s innovation leadership, founders and investors must think differently — and globally — from day one.
