Just over a week is left to vote for startups vying for the top spot in the Tech Trailblazers Awards.

Nine of 45 shortlisted firms from around the world can win in categories like big data, cloud and mobile after Tech Trailblazers saw an 18% rise in the number of entries for the second year of the awards.

Founder of the annual event, Rose Ross, said: "The entries this year were even higher quality and gave our judges quite a challenge.

"The finalists’ stories are very exciting and we look forward to seeing which will capture the imagination of the voters.

"We wish all the finalists the very best of luck."

Voting for the early-stage companies from countries including the UK, America, India, Russia and Nigeria closes at 11.59pm on Thursday, January 23.

To cast your vote please visit techtrailblazers.com.