Great to see Converge highlighting a fantastic Dundee start-up, Konglomerate Games - founded by Abertay University graduate Jamie Bankhead. If you're a student, staff member, recent graduate of Abertay or any other Scottish University, or part of a team containing them, the 2025 Converge Challenge is open until April 2nd - check the link below for details 👇 Simon Fraser Centre for Entrepreneurship, University of Dundee Techscaler Dundee & Tayside
At Converge, we’re passionate about supporting the talent that drives Scotland's digital future. That's why we're proud to highlight Abertay University, a leader in shaping the next generation of innovators in computer games and cybersecurity. As the first high-level educational institution in the world to offer a games degree, Abertay is a pioneer in games education and one of the nation’s leading tech institutions. It’s also Scotland’s top Modern University for overall student satisfaction according to the National Student Survey 2024. From pioneering developments in game design and AI to groundbreaking research in ethical hacking and digital forensics, Abertay is at the forefront of addressing the challenges and opportunities of our connected world. Indeed, the remarkable achievements of its staff, students, and graduates speak for themselves. Take for example Abertay graduate, Jamie Bankhead, Co-founder and CEO of Konglomerate Games, a pioneering video game development company making waves in the health-based gaming sector. The company won the runner-up prize in our Impact Challenge in 2019 and has since gone on to achieve significant milestones with new game releases, client collaborations and awards. If you're an Abertay student, graduate, or member of staff with a brilliant idea in games, cybersecurity, or any other field, then Converge 2025 is your opportunity to shine. Here are just a few reasons to get started on your application: · Record-breaking prize pot: £305,000 in equity-free cash awards and over £100,00 of in-kind business support · Special prizes for social, creative and AI-powered projects · Bespoke business training delivered by experts with real-world experience of starting and growing global businesses For more details visit www.convergechallenge.com. Application deadline Wednesday 2 April 2025. Simon Fraser Nia A White Lorna Edwards Paul Watson Chris van der Kuyl CBE Abertay cyberQuarter Abertay University Careers Service Abertay Students' Association Abertay Game Development Society Abertay Business Society