An AI platform that understands human emotion, a fintech business that makes cross-border payments easier, and a campaign aimed at raising awareness around dementia were all amongst the winners at the 7th Annual Jersey TechAwards, announced at an awards ceremony last week.
Organised by Digital Jersey and with support from new headline sponsor EWG, the Awards, held last Friday (17th October) at the Royal Jersey Showground, were attended by more than 520 people making it the largest Jersey TechAwards yet. The event was hosted by acclaimed stand-up comedian Angela Barnes, with high-energy immersive entertainment experience provided by DJ Mel Fusion.
Featuring 14 categories – including a new AI Award – the Awards were judged by an independent panel of experts with the winners reflecting the high calibre of talent across Jersey’s digital sector and the wider economy.
The winners were:
- Innovation Award, sponsored by PwC Channel Islands: Evie – transforming transport in the Channel Islands with scalable, shared electric solutions
- Cyber Security & Data Protection Award, sponsored by JT: Enso Solutions – connecting, securing and transforming business
- Fintech Award, sponsored by Quantios: Flagstone International – optimising cross-border cash management
- AI Award, sponsored by Sure Business: Sentient Machines – AI-driven conversation analytics
- Start-Up Award, sponsored by NatWest International: Hiizzy – selling homes, reinvented
- Productivity Award, sponsored by Cirrus: Flagstone International – optimising cross-border cash management
- Company Award, sponsored by Switch Digital: Delta Events – HM The King’s Visit
- Public & Third Sector Award, sponsored by KPMG in the Crown Dependencies: Government Digital Services Team – Office Accommodation Project, technical enablement and digital onboarding
- Creative Award, sponsored by Vaiie: Dementia Jersey – Boost Your Brain
- Student Award, sponsored by Carey Olsen: Team Phoenix, Beaulieu School
- Teacher Award, sponsored by PropelFwd: David Gregory, Motion Studios
- Leadership Award, sponsored by Jersey Electricity: Geraldine Evans, Prosperity 24/7
- Digital Jersey Award, sponsored by TPA: Ed Prow, TEKEX
- Judges Choice Award: Ryde
Commenting on the Awards, Tony Moretta, CEO, Digital Jersey, said:
“This was our biggest Awards yet, something that reflects the ongoing growth of the digital sector and the understanding there is around the importance of adopting digital solutions across our private and public sectors. The range of digital leadership and innovation on show this year was impressive, from cutting-edge AI and fintech solutions, to public sector programmes and digital charity campaigns. I’d like to congratulate all those recognised for their outstanding achievements.”
Alan Yates, Director at EWG, added:
“This year’s Jersey TechAwards provided a fantastic showcase for the digital talent that we are fortunate to have in Jersey. It is inspiring to see such a dynamic community of innovators and forward-thinkers leading the way. We are both delighted and proud that EWG was able to support the Jersey TechAwards as headline sponsor for the first time this year and our congratulations to all of the nominees and a heartfelt well done to all the winners.”
The chosen charity for this year’s Jersey TechAwards was Mind Jersey, an independent local charity that provides support to people living with mental illness.
