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Martech firm Mutiny attracts $12m pre-money valuation from investors
Marketing Technologies

Martech firm Mutiny attracts $12m pre-money valuation from investors

Melbourne-based martech firm Mutiny has confirmed investment from former Clemenger BBDO executive Nick Garrett and advisory guru Andrew 'Billy' Baxter.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 1st Jul 2021
Over 80% of CFOs plan on expanding investment into digitalisation
Chief Financial Officer

Over 80% of CFOs plan on expanding investment into digitalisation

New research from Gartner reveals that 82% of finance leaders plan to increase investment in their company's digital capabilities this year.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 28th Jun 2021
Accenture examines the future of business in the cloud
Digital Transformation

Accenture examines the future of business in the cloud

The cloud has evolved into a technology behemoth and is now in its prime time, according to Accenture ANZ cloud first lead Matt Coates.

By Sara Barker • 4 min read • Tue, 15th Jun 2021
ExtraHop acquired by Bain Capital and Crosspoint Capital for US$900M
Multi-cloud

ExtraHop acquired by Bain Capital and Crosspoint Capital for US$900M

ExtraHop, a leading player in network detection and response, is set to be acquired by Bain Capital and Crosspoint Capital in a $900m deal.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 10th Jun 2021
Leader, Leapfrogger, or Laggard? The 3 types of business & how to get ahead
Investment

Leader, Leapfrogger, or Laggard? The 3 types of business & how to get ahead

Investment in technology is a crucial factor in a company's survival post-COVID, says a report from Accenture.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 27th May 2021
Healthcare leaders opt for 'pragmatic' approach to care as DX falls behind
Artificial Intelligence

Healthcare leaders opt for 'pragmatic' approach to care as DX falls behind

COVID-19 and staff shortages are hindering the evolution of healthcare in the Asia Pacific region, according to a survey of global healthcare leaders.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 12th May 2021
Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is Smartech?
Marketing Technologies

Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is Smartech?

Smartech is a provider of B2B Payment Platforms & eCommerce solutions for Postal Systems, serving the North America and APAC regions.

By Nick Forrester • 6 min read • Thu, 6th May 2021
Brisbane's Octopus Deploy announces US$172.5m investment
Software Development

Brisbane's Octopus Deploy announces US$172.5m investment

Octopus Deploy secures $172.5m investment from Insight Partners, its first outside funding after eight years of organic growth and profitability.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 22nd Apr 2021
Enterprises not achieving ROI from digital transformation initiatives
DevOps

Enterprises not achieving ROI from digital transformation initiatives

The majority of enterprise leaders are concerned about ROI from digital transformation initiatives, according to a new report.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 15th Apr 2021
ThreatQuotient hits $22.5m in new financing, continues growth streak
Cybersecurity

ThreatQuotient hits $22.5m in new financing, continues growth streak

Cybersecurity firm ThreatQuotient has raised $22.5m in new financing from investors including Cisco Investments and NEA.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 8th Apr 2021
Global industrial cybersecurity company expands in ANZ
Cybersecurity

Global industrial cybersecurity company expands in ANZ

Dragos has expanded its market presence in Australia and New Zealand to serve growth with industrial cybersecurity customers.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Mar 2021
Snyk powers forward following financing round, expands leadership team
Digital Transformation

Snyk powers forward following financing round, expands leadership team

Snyk closes Series E funding round, raising $300m & expanding leadership team to provide advanced security globally.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 16th Mar 2021
How do you make cybersecurity tech buying decisions? Here's what your peers say
Cybersecurity

How do you make cybersecurity tech buying decisions? Here's what your peers say

Over half of IT security decision-makers plan to increase security budgets, but 37% of proposals for cybersecurity investment are turned down.

By Joseph Carson • 6 min read • Wed, 10th Feb 2021
NZ businesses to continue digital investment in wake of COVID-19
Digital Transformation

NZ businesses to continue digital investment in wake of COVID-19

New Zealand businesses that embraced digital transformation during the pandemic will continue to invest in it post-COVID, according to research.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 3rd Feb 2021
6clicks raises A$5 million, sets sights on global expansion
Artificial Intelligence

6clicks raises A$5 million, sets sights on global expansion

Australian-based company 6clicks secures A$5 million in capital raise for rapid global expansion, bringing total investment to A$7.7 million.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 2nd Feb 2021

Stories from Other Regions

Investment stories

Budget 2021: Govt backs digital skills training for small & medium businesses
Investment

Budget 2021: Govt backs digital skills training for small & medium businesses

Budget 2021 allocates $44m over 2 years to support New Zealand's Digital Boost program for small and medium businesses.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 21st May 2021
NZ startups show strong growth despite COVID-19 challenges
Investment

NZ startups show strong growth despite COVID-19 challenges

New Zealand startup investment has grown and matured despite the challenges of COVID-19, according to a report from PwC and the Angel Association.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 4 min read • Fri, 16th Apr 2021
Helius appoints Chief Operating Officer
Manufacturing

Helius appoints Chief Operating Officer

Mary Alice Simon's appointment is intended to boost production, quality systems and New Zealand's first medicinal cannabis trials.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Tue, 16th Feb 2021