Dublin’s Disseqt wins Irish leg of KPMG’s Global Tech Innovator

Disseqt, an Irish tech startup, has been crowned the winner of KPMG's Global Tech Innovator (GTI) Ireland competition for 2026. The groundbreaking AI Assurance Layer developed by Disseqt has earned it a spot to represent Ireland in Lisbon next November, competing against innovators from 20 other countries.

Disseqt's AI Assurance Layer is a single platform designed to assist IT teams in testing and detecting AI issues, protecting and enforcing guardrails, and proving compliance across the entire AI agent lifecycle. This cutting-edge technology aligns with frameworks like the EU AI Act and ISO/IEC 42001, ensuring that enterprises operate AI safely and responsibly.

Cyril Treacy, co-founder and COO of Disseqt, expressed his gratitude for this prestigious honor, stating that it validates the team's dedication to innovation and excellence. He further emphasized the critical importance of assurance, reliability, and compliance in the rapidly accelerating AI adoption by enterprises.

KPMG's global head of technology, media, and telecommunications, Anna Scally, praised Disseqt's commitment to ensuring trustworthy, compliant AI at scale. She highlighted the impressive level of innovation displayed by all competitors, reflecting the depth of talent in Ireland's tech community.

With this win, Disseqt joins a select group of global innovators who will compete in Lisbon in November, representing Ireland's thriving tech landscape on the world stage.