The Cybersecurity Startup Award 2026 will be presented on 22nd October 2026, during the Cybersecurity Week Luxembourg (CSWL). The Award recognises and promotes innovative solutions committed to reinforcing Luxembourg's cybersecurity ecosystem and will be announced at the Gala & Awards Night 2026. More information at cswl.lu/gala.
Beyond celebrating innovation, the initiative boosts the visibility of the winning project, expands its professional network, and highlights its impact on the market.
Who Can Apply
The Award is intended for innovative startups committed to developing their business in Luxembourg, delivering a cybersecurity product, and with a maximum age of 7 years.
An enterprise is deemed active in a given period if it generates turnover, employs staff, or makes investments in that period.
Exclusions: Natural persons, employees of LHC and persons involved in the development of the Competition are not authorised to participate. Jury members may not compete in a personal capacity, on behalf of their organisation, or be involved in any of the projects.
Why You Should Apply
Application Process & Timeline
Candidate companies must present the solution of their choice through the application form available at application.nc3.lu before 6thSeptember 2026 at midnight. Each candidate may attach a more complete presentation and link to a 1-min pitch or demo of the solution. Questions can be sent by email to info@cybersecurity.lu.
Information in the form is communicated only to the organising team and jury for evaluation, and remains confidential, except for a presentation of the company / project vocation intended for the website and media.
Key dates
• July, online: Release of the online application form.
• 6th of September, online: Deadline for online applications
• 1st of October, 10:00, online Online meeting with jury for decision on selection for interviews
• 22nd October morning, LHC: In-person pitch and oral interview with the jury in Luxembourg. Attendance is expected for the face-to-face defences.
• 22nd October night, Kinepolis Kirchberg: Award ceremony during the CSWL Gala & Awards Night 2026. Winners undertake to attend.
Any change of date or location will be communicated two weeks in advance.
Beyond celebrating innovation, the initiative boosts the visibility of the winning project, expands its professional network, and highlights its impact on the market.
Who Can Apply
The Award is intended for innovative startups committed to developing their business in Luxembourg, delivering a cybersecurity product, and with a maximum age of 7 years.
An enterprise is deemed active in a given period if it generates turnover, employs staff, or makes investments in that period.
Exclusions: Natural persons, employees of LHC and persons involved in the development of the Competition are not authorised to participate. Jury members may not compete in a personal capacity, on behalf of their organisation, or be involved in any of the projects.
Why You Should Apply
- Give visibility to your enterprise's work and achievements, and increase your credibility.
- Become even more active in the cybersecurity market and community in Luxembourg.
- Expand your network and be evaluated by peers.
- Benefit from tailored support through the LUCYA programme and partners.
Application Process & Timeline
Candidate companies must present the solution of their choice through the application form available at application.nc3.lu before 6thSeptember 2026 at midnight. Each candidate may attach a more complete presentation and link to a 1-min pitch or demo of the solution. Questions can be sent by email to info@cybersecurity.lu.
Information in the form is communicated only to the organising team and jury for evaluation, and remains confidential, except for a presentation of the company / project vocation intended for the website and media.
Key dates
• July, online: Release of the online application form.
• 6th of September, online: Deadline for online applications
• 1st of October, 10:00, online Online meeting with jury for decision on selection for interviews
• 22nd October morning, LHC: In-person pitch and oral interview with the jury in Luxembourg. Attendance is expected for the face-to-face defences.
• 22nd October night, Kinepolis Kirchberg: Award ceremony during the CSWL Gala & Awards Night 2026. Winners undertake to attend.
Any change of date or location will be communicated two weeks in advance.
Candidate Information
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