ABOUT & OBJECTIVE

Technology is evolving at a faster pace year on year, changing the way the world does business. Technological evolution is a dynamic and multifaceted process that continues to drive progress and shape the future of humanity. From the invention of the wheel to the rise of artificial intelligence, each stage of evolution improves upon past achievements and paves the way for new possibilities and discoveries.

The business landscape has radically evolved due to future technologies and inventions across healthcare, automobiles, communications, manufacturing, and other sectors.

Technological advancements and innovation are changing how the world does business – led by artificial intelligence, biotechnology, robotics, nanotechnology, quantum computing, renewable energy, and space exploration. These technologies hold the potential to revolutionize industries, transform economies, and profoundly impact society.

In recognition of these transformative trends, FinancialExpress.com is thrilled to announce the FuTech Awards 2024. This prestigious initiative celebrates cutting-edge technologies from various sectors pioneering innovative solutions and strategies, enabling companies to efficiently and effectively connect with their target demographics.

The FE FuTech Awards represent a premier recognition platform in the Indian technology landscape, celebrating key innovators, exceptional products, and standout services across the sector. Running concurrently, the Futech Awards 2.0 will honor the most groundbreaking initiatives, projects, and individuals (between March 2022 and March 2024). These awards recognize those who have employed cutting-edge technology innovatively across various sectors.

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WHY SHOULD YOU NOMINATE

Being recognised at the FE FuTech Awards 2024 distinguishes your brand as an industry leader. This prestigious accolade from FinancialExpress.com validates your exceptional performance and amplifies your visibility. Leverage this award to attract top-tier talent, gain new clients, and enhance your brand's influence and reach.

Receiving third-party recognition will help boost the reputation of your brand and the trust in the products and services you offer.

An exclusive opportunity to grab the jury’s attention. The jury comprises some of the most experienced industry leaders, investors, potential clients, and policymakers.

If you believe that you deserve acknowledgment for your hard work over the past 24 months, or you know someone who does, please let us know by submitting a nomination.

  • Winning the FE FuTech Award 2024 will provide you with the evidence that you stand out from the crowd. This recognition from FinancialExpress.com will enhance your victory with visual reminders that allow for the promotion of your brand to extend even further, which in turn can attract new employees and new clients looking to work with the best in the industry.

  • Receiving third-party recognition will help boost the reputation of your brand and the trust in the products and services you offer.

  • An exclusive opportunity to grab the jury’s attention of some of the most experienced industry leaders, investors, potential clients, and policymakers from the government as well as the private sectors will be formed.

  • If you believe that you deserve acknowledgement for your hard work over the past 24 months, or you know someone that does, please let us know by submitting a nomination.

CATEGORIES

Best Fintech Provider

Best Fintech Provider

This award category will recognize the best Fintech company that has significantly contributed to different industries and/or individuals through innovative and impactful solutions

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Best Healthtech Providers

Best Healthtech Providers

This award category will recognize a Healthtech company/Hospital that is shaping the healthcare industry with the best use of technology

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Best Tech-Solution Provider

Best Tech-Solution Provider

This award category will recognize the best tech solution provider through their innovative solutions and technology

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Best HR Software Solution Provider

Best HR Software Solution Provider

This award category will recognize a technology company that is shaping the HR industry with the best use of technology

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Best Foodtech Company of the year

Best Foodtech Company of the year

This award category will recognize an exceptional Foodtech company making significant contributions to the food industry through innovative and impactful use of technology

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Best SME Tech company of the year

Best SME Tech company of the year

This award category will recognize small and medium-sized technology companies demonstrating exceptional growth, innovation, and impact within their respective industry

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Best Digital Banking Service of the year

Best Digital Banking Service of the year

This award category will recognize the Best Bank/ BFSI/ Insurance Company/ Best Banking Solution Company that empowers businesses with fast and reliable banking services

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Best AR/VR Breakthrough

Best AR/VR Breakthrough

This award category will recognize an organization that has achieved remarkable success through the use of AR/VR technology

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Best E-Commerce Solution Provider

Best E-Commerce Solution Provider

This award category will recognize a technology company bringing innovations to the retail industry with its innovative e-commerce solutions

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Best EdTech Solution Provider

Best EdTech Solution Provider

This award category will recognize an EdTech company shaping the education industry with the best use of technology

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Best Innovation in Games

Best Innovation in Games

This award category celebrates companies in the gaming industry that have demonstrated outstanding innovation, pushing the boundaries of technology to reshape the gaming landscape

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Best Payment Solution

Best Payment Solution

This award category recognizes the best payment solution in terms of use of technology and user experience

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Best Digital Transformation in Hospitality

Best Digital Transformation in Hospitality

This award category recognizes a company with the best digital transformation in hospitality in terms of the strategic adoption and integration of digital technologies

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Most Innovative use of AI

Most Innovative use of AI

Artificial intelligence has been under development for years, but the industry keeps finding new ways to use it. This award will go to the company/service provider that can demonstrate a truly industry-leading approach that has changed the way that the business or a department operates

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Best use of Conversational AI

Best use of Conversational AI

The consumer world is rapidly adopting speech-based AI – but these systems, which can engage with users like humans to capture context and accomplish tasks, also offer a step-change in how we utilize enterprise IT. Our jury wants to know where you implemented conversational AI in your business, why you chose to do so and what quantitative effect it has had, as well as the challenges you overcame along the way

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Best use of predictive/prescriptive analytics

Best use of predictive/prescriptive analytics

Predictive and prescriptive analytics technologies, which use statistical models and algorithms to help organizations gain valuable insight from data, can answer important questions for every type of organization. Judges will be looking for genuine use cases, showcasing the benefits these tools have brought. Details around the RoI of any specific tools you've used, and what behavioral impact they have created, will help

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Best AI application of tech for good

Best AI application of tech for good

We care about the future and this category will recognise AI applications that confront hard problems facing our planet and society and which are transforming lives for the better and accelerating good. We want to award innovators leading transformative tech initiatives in sectors ranging from education and healthcare to human rights and fintech. The Tech for Good Award recognises innovators who are creating solutions that will positively enhance our lives and change the shape of the world we live in today

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Best AI Startup

Best AI Startup

AI and ML have been described as the big opportunity of our age for organizations of all types. This award will go to the startup (a company founded within the last five years) that is either developing an AI/ML solution to sell, or which relies on AI/ML technology for the services or solutions it sells. Explanations of the role AI plays in the organization and the impact this has on its customers are required

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Best use of AI in a consumer/customer service application

Best use of AI in a consumer/customer service application

This award will be given to an organization that can demonstrate original, engaging, and innovative campaigns to attract more customers and consumers to their service or product. These could include content produced for niche audiences, clever PR, or ad campaigns that capture the imagination of their target market

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Best Cyber Security Company of the Year

Best Cyber Security Company of the Year

This award typically acknowledges companies that have made significant contributions to the field of cybersecurity through the development of cutting-edge technologies, exceptional service delivery, and proactive measures to protect against cyber threats

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Best Data Analytics solution

Best Data Analytics solution

The award recognizes a business that has demonstrated excellence in providing innovative and effective data analytics solutions. This award honors organizations that excel in harnessing the power of data to deliver valuable insights, drive decision-making, and create business values

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Best blockchain breakthrough

Best blockchain breakthrough

This award honors companies, projects, or individuals who have made groundbreaking advancements that enhance the capabilities, applications, and impact of blockchain technology

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Best Fashion and Textile Technology

Best Fashion and Textile Technology

Award for those who integrate traditional craftsmanship with modern technology to improve functionality, sustainability, and aesthetics in fashion

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Best Aerospace and Defence Solutions

Best Aerospace and Defence Solutions

Awards for those who are involved in the development, production, and maintenance of systems and equipment for military and civilian aviation and space exploration

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Note - A non-refundable fee of Rs 15,000 + GST will be charged per entry. Entries will only be accepted after receiving the payment.

*Taxes as applicable - 18% GST

Jury

Dr. K Madan Gopal

Advisor
National Health Systems Resource Center MoHFW , GoI

Mamta Rajnayak

Vice President, Head of AI-ML Products and Platform
American Express

Monaz Todywalla

CEO
PHD India

Saurabh Tiwari

CTO
Policybazaar

Siddharth Bhat

CTO
Religare Broking Ltd

Payment

A non-refundable fee will be charged per entry. All payments to be made online, for cheque/DD - to be drawn in the favour of ‘Company name’ and must reach our Noida office.

Entries will only be accepted after the receiving of the payment.

SINGLE ENTRY

Normal Fee Rs. 20,000*

Nomination Extension Fee Rs. 22,000*

*Taxes as applicable - 18% GST Applicable

Important dates

Early Bird
Discount

July 5, 2024 to
August 5, 2024

Entry Deadline
with Normal Fee

August 6, 2024 to October 6, 2024

Extended
Deadline

October 7, 2024 to
October 30, 2024

First Round
Of Assessment

November 11, 2024

Final Jury
Meet

November 13, 2024

Award
Ceremony

November 21, 2024

WHO CAN NOMINATE

Awards are open to individuals, companies, and organizations involved in the technology industry. The following entities are eligible to submit a nomination.

Startups

Enterprises

Marketing/
Tech Agencies

Government

NGOs

Institutes

Solution Providers

Edtech solution providers

YOU SHOULD PARTICIPATE IF YOU HAVE USED OR PROVIDED AI & MARTECH SOLUTIONS IN THE CLASSIFICATIONS LISTED BELOW, BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

Businesses

Customer
Services

HR

Sales &
Marketing

Skilling

Operations

Training and
many more…

SELECTION CRITERIA: 3 I's

SELECTION CRITERIA: 3 I's

ISSUE

What problem you have chosen to resolve?

INNOVATION

Showcase the innovation you have deployed to resolve

IMPACT

Measurable difference/impact created by your solution

GLIMPSES OF PREVIOUS EDITION

Award Ceremony Video

FE FuTech Award Ceremony

Venue

The Park

15, Sansad Marg, Hanuman Road Area, Connaught Place, New Delhi - 110001

CONTACT US

For Nominations and Jury Opportunities

SILKY BHATIA

For Sponsorship and Exhibition Alliances

AAKASH DIXIT

For any urgent matters or issues requiring immediate escalation, please write to rohit.singh@financialexpress.com 

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