muru-D is a startup accelerator program backed by Telstra. muru-D Singapore is looking for the region’s best digital talent, to help to build the entrepreneurial ecosystem across Southeast Asia. We aim to identify and recruit startups who will come to Singapore to grow their idea into a business. Selected startups will receive: seed capital; use of our purpose built premise in the heart of Singapore’s commercial heart; access to a network of world-class mentors, coaches and potential business partners.  

1. A start-up seed accelerator powered by Telstra.

2. muru-D1 is a start-up accelerator established and
supported by Telstra
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What is Telstra?
• Telstra is Australia’s leading
telecommunications services provider
• We are valued at c$80Bn, putting us
within the top ten Telco’s globally
What is muru-D?
• muru-D is a start-up accelerator which is
supported by Telstra
• We have been operating since 2013 and
have more than 20 early stage
technology businesses within the alumni
• Class 1 companies attracted A$3.1m in
funding within 6 months of graduation
“We strongly believe the
accelerator model is the best
way to help high impact tech
startups mature in the
shortest possible time.
It is strategic that Telstra is
investing valuable corporate
resources to support muru-
D’s expansion, leveraging
business and innovation
opportunities throughout
Singapore, as it continues
on its journey to become a
truly Smart Nation,”
Dr Alex Lin, Head of Infocomm
Investments1 “muru” is an aboriginal word meaning “road to / journey to...” “D” denotes “digital”

3. muru-D Singapore is looking for technology startups
who are hungry to succeed.
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What we are looking for...
Highly motivated small tech startup teams
who want to change the world!
• Must haves -
1. A clear articulation of the industry
problem you wish to solve
2. A simple description of how you
intend to solve it
3. An intimate knowledge of how your
customers will benefit
4. An experienced set of founders with
commercial and technical skills

4. The muru-D program offers investment, a beautiful working space,
world class acceleration services and amazing networks
• Applicants apply online
• Up to 10 companies selected
• $40k investment for 6% equity
• 6-month program based in Amoy Street, Singapore
• Superfast internet and partner ‘perks’
• Mentoring and support
• Connections to corporate channel partners
• A guided trip to one of the worlds leading
technology / start-up locations with introductions
and the ability to pitch to global players
muru-D Program Details

5. How to Apply
We ask about:
• About your Startup
• Understanding the business / product
• What support you need from muru-D
• Your team
• Your competition & how you differentiate
• Pitch Material e.g. Lean Canvas / Deck / Video Pitch
• References from customers / colleagues / community
muru-D.com/apply

6. Activities

7. What we ask in return
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Must be DIGITAL / TECH
6 month
commitment
6% equity
Relocate to Singapore
Sweat and learn-ability

8. muru-D Startups class#1
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$3.7m+
$1.7m
Total turnover
to date
Raised

9. muru-D Startups class#2
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International
customers
Paying
customers 6 w/100%

10. How you can get involved
Mentor: jamie@muru-d.com
joe@muru-d.com
Apply: http://www.muru-d.com/apply
Connect: http://twitter.com/murudsin
Contact: info@muru-d.com

11. Connect with us
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@murudauwww.muru-d.com
Check back frequently at:
Start the conversation early at:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/murudsin/

12. Team
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Jamie Camidge
Head of Strategic Partnerships and Alliances
Experienced strategist within the telecoms, media and
technology sector, with strong transaction experience.
Joseph Ziegler
Entrepreneur in Residence
Angel investor & High-Tech Startup Specialist
with experience in cloud services,
virtualization & successful startup exits.