Most Australian and New Zealand startups are privately held, which limits ownership to venture funds, angel investors and staff. A smaller group of ANZ technology companies has already listed on the ASX, giving retail investors a way to follow the sector through public disclosures, as of August 2026.
The five companies below span defence, medical devices, semiconductors, quantum computing and software. They range from a company that listed in July 2026 to one of the largest technology businesses on the exchange. This article is general information only and is not financial advice.
DroneShield (ASX: DRO)
DroneShield develops counter-drone technology in Sydney. Its systems detect hostile drones and disrupt them, and the company sells to military and government customers in a number of countries. It has become one of the most closely watched defence names on the ASX.
Ceretas (ASX: CTS)
Ceretas joined the ASX in July 2026 after an $8 million raise. The Brisbane company is developing low intensity focused ultrasound, delivered through the skull, as a potential treatment for Alzheimer’s disease. The approach is still under development and is not an approved therapy.
BrainChip (ASX: BRN)
BrainChip’s Akida processor is designed to run AI on the device itself rather than sending data to the cloud. It is an example of neuromorphic computing, a chip design inspired by the way the brain processes information, which allows sensors and other edge devices to make decisions locally.
Archer Materials (ASX: AXE)
Archer is one of the few quantum computing companies on the ASX. It is developing a chip called the 12CQ, with the long term goal of quantum hardware compact enough to sit inside everyday devices. The technology remains at the research and development stage.
Xero (ASX: XRO)
Xero, the accounting software company founded in New Zealand, is now one of the largest technology companies listed on the ASX. Its path from a small Wellington startup to a global software business is often cited as evidence that ANZ technology companies can compete internationally.
What listing means
Listed companies must make continuous disclosure to the market, so their quarterly updates, annual reports and price sensitive announcements are published on the ASX for anyone to read. That gives a level of visibility into revenue, cash burn and contracts that private startups are not required to provide. Share prices in early stage technology companies can also move sharply on single announcements, and several of these businesses are not yet profitable.
Jack’s take
My point with this list was never about what to buy. It was that a slice of ANZ tech is already public, and anyone curious can read the same announcements and reports the professionals read. Do your own research before putting money anywhere.