Deloitte Technology Fast 50 CE

The Deloitte Technology Fast 50 CE 2026 recognises the fastest-growing technology companies in Central Europe. The programme offers international recognition, visibility and new business opportunities for both start-ups and established companies. Companies from various technology sectors, including AI, fintech and cybersecurity, are eligible to apply.

Is your company one of the fastest-growing technology firms in the region? Enter the Deloitte Technology Fast 50 Central Europe and win a prestigious regional award, media exposure and new business opportunities.

For 25 years, the programme has been highlighting successful technology companies and start-ups that are shaping the region’s future through their innovation, growth and entrepreneurial approach. The ranking assesses companies based on their percentage revenue growth over the last four years and provides them with international recognition, increased visibility and access to the community of Central Europe’s most successful technology firms.

Programme categories

Fast 50
The main category for established technology companies that have achieved significant revenue growth over the last four years.

Companies to Watch
A category for young technology firms and start-ups with high growth potential that do not yet meet the criteria for inclusion in the main ranking.

Impact Stars
An award for companies that combine technological innovation with a positive impact on society, the environment or the business sector. It focuses primarily on the areas of fintech, cyber security, ESG, MedTech/BioTech and defence technologies.

AI Value Driver
It is a special award from Deloitte and Google Cloud for companies that use AI to deliver measurable business value by integrating artificial intelligence into their products, platforms, services, and operational activities.

Why get involved?

to win a prestigious regional award,
to raise our profile amongst investors, partners and customers,
compare its growth with that of the region’s most successful technology companies,
to become part of a community of technology leaders in Central Europe,
to strengthen the employer brand and credibility in the market.

Who can apply?

The programme is open to technology companies based in Central and Eastern European countries, including Slovakia. The sectors under consideration include software, fintech, AI, telecommunications, hardware, healthcare technology, cyber security and other technology-oriented sectors.

For further information and to register, please visit the programme’s website: https://www.deloitte.com/cz-sk/sk/services/deloitte-private/about/technology-fast-50.html

Košice IT Valley supports initiatives that help raise the profile of Slovak technology companies and connect them with the international innovation ecosystem. We are therefore delighted to be a partner of the Deloitte Technology Fast 50 CE 2026 programme.