NSW–Israel program homes in on cybersecurity

Improving cybersecurity will be in focus under a new innovation program jointly run by the NSW Government and State of Israel.

NSW businesses can now apply for NSW Government grants of up to $250,000 under the NSW-Israel Research and Development (R&D) Tech Innovation Program.

The program was established to support innovation and strengthen ties between NSW and Israel.

Minister for Trade and Industry Niall Blair has opened applications for the program, and said that businesses must apply before 7 June.

“The NSW Government is offering matched financial grants of up to $250,000 for project costs for participating businesses,” Blair said.

“Encouraging technology collaborations through government programs such as this is a wise investment in a better future.

“We are committed to supporting innovation to create the businesses and jobs of tomorrow. In partnering with Israel, an innovation leader, we are putting our best technology companies on the world stage.”

The NSW-Israel R&D Tech Innovation Program encourages applications from all sectors but will prioritise projects focusing on cybersecurity, water management or agri-technology.

In support of the program, the Department of Industry will contribute an extra 10% funding towards R&D projects that focus on priority sectors; for projects based in regional and rural areas outside Sydney, Newcastle and Wollongong; or for start-ups or high-growth companies.

For further information on the program and its guidelines and to apply, visit http://www.industry.nsw.gov.au/israelresearchprogram.

Image caption: Minister for Trade and Industry, Niall Blair.

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