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2027 Stripe YSTE contest open for applications

The fintech has raised its prize pool and travel support for schools, and announced a mentorship programme for top projects. Read more: 2027 Stripe YSTE contest open for applications

2027 Stripe YSTE contest open for applications

The 2027 Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition (YSTE) is now accepting applications, with deadlines closing on September 25. The annual event, hosted in Dublin between January 6 and 9, will see the prize pool increased by 25%, now offering €10,000 for the top project. Stripe, the fintech company taking over as title sponsor from BT after 25 years, has also expanded its travel support and launched a mentorship program for top projects.

This year's finalists will be announced on October 23, and 200 winning projects will be awarded across various categories. The fintech firm is providing exceptional students with mentorship, travel to San Francisco, and a presentation at Stripe Sessions, its annual conference. Minister for Education and Youth Hildegarde Naughton highlighted the valuable skills and confidence-building opportunities the YSTE provides.

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