Digital Security by Design – Technology Access Programme

Digital Security by Design Technology Access Programme is delivered in partnership with Digital Catapult, funded by UKRI.

Through the DSbD Technology Access Programme (TAP), qualifying UK-based companies will have access to LowRISC’s Sonata board, Arm’s Morello board, the CHERI stack, and technical support to experiment with cutting-edge cyber security technology. Delivered to you by Digital Catapult.

Companies will have exclusive access to cutting-edge cyber security technology, capable – if implemented correctly – of preventing around two thirds of hacks, cyber attacks and data breaches. This technology, has the potential to open up whole new markets for cyber secure by design products, providing competitive advantage to companies who are already familiar with it.

The duration of the Technology Access Programme is 6 months. At the end of the trial period, participating companies will be offered the Sonata or Morello board to keep. The TAP is a tiered programme, with qualifying companies able to receive a £15,000 grant during the experimentation period.

Applications are now open to join the Digital Security by Design Technology Access Programme

Applications can be made through the DSBD website – button below

The programme is open to UK-based companies that have a company culture of exploring, experimenting and inventing with new technologies, with a view of finding commercial applications. Companies with an R&D department and a strong focus on cyber security are encouraged to apply. Applicants must be registered on Companies House and also have a business bank account.

Companies within the following industries should apply:

• Information Technology and services
• Computer software
• Industrial automation
• Computer hardware
• CPU semiconductors
• Energy
• Automotive
• Telecoms
• Manufacturers of connected consumer / industrial electronics (IoT & IIoT)

Your company would ideally operate within or supply to the following sectors: utilities, healthcare, transportation, telecommunications, automotive, energy & mining, and all other sectors serving the Critical National Infrastructure.

Please also read the Terms and conditions, and Technical Details section on the DSbD website before applying.

Follow this link to apply to the DSbD Technology Access Programme