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NSW reveals innovation plan with AUD $27 billion target
Government

NSW reveals innovation plan with AUD $27 billion target

The New South Wales Government has launched the NSW Innovation Blueprint 2035, targeting an investment boost of AUD $27 billion and nearly 100,000 new jobs.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Apr 2025
Gilmour Space partners with Ansys for first Aussie rocket
Rocket

Gilmour Space partners with Ansys for first Aussie rocket

Gilmour Space Technologies has partnered with Ansys to advance the Eris rocket project, aiming to make history with Australia's first orbital launch.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Apr 2025
FinTech Australia urges reform of R&D tax incentives
Artificial Intelligence

FinTech Australia urges reform of R&D tax incentives

FinTech Australia is urging the government to revamp R&D tax incentives as investment in early-stage fintechs declines, risking a two-speed sector.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Mar 2025

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Startups stories

Finalists for 2025 AfricaTech Awards announced
Fintech

Finalists for 2025 AfricaTech Awards announced

The 2025 AfricaTech Awards have unveiled 45 finalist startups from diverse sectors, celebrating innovation and impact in Africa's tech landscape.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 15th Apr 2025
Exclusive: AI needs developers not just data - Google Cloud
Digital Transformation

Exclusive: AI needs developers not just data - Google Cloud

Warren Barkley from Google Cloud asserts that the growing demand for AI skills requires developers to possess hybrid capabilities beyond mere technical fluency.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Fri, 11th Apr 2025
Exclusive: ThreatLocker's Danny Jenkins urges firms to block by default
Data Protection

Exclusive: ThreatLocker's Danny Jenkins urges firms to block by default

ThreatLocker's CEO Danny Jenkins warns that 95% of firms neglect basic cybersecurity measures, risking devastating cyberattacks, urging a default block approach.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Tue, 8th Apr 2025
VivaTech 2025: Paris event set to showcase tech innovation
Robotics

VivaTech 2025: Paris event set to showcase tech innovation

VivaTech 2025 will take place in Paris from 11 to 14 June, bringing together over 14,000 startups and global leaders to explore the latest in technology.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 4th Apr 2025
Google Cloud: Navigating the new AI landscape for startups
EduTech

Google Cloud: Navigating the new AI landscape for startups

A new report from Google Cloud highlights how startups must adapt in 2025 by focusing on responsible AI practices and product innovation to thrive.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Mon, 31st Mar 2025
Supervised unveils AI platform to transform management roles
Management

Supervised unveils AI platform to transform management roles

Supervised has launched its AI-powered platform, enabling managers to directly oversee up to 30 reports, transforming management in enterprise structures.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Mar 2025
Motion Ventures launches USD $100m maritime tech fund
Supply Chain

Motion Ventures launches USD $100m maritime tech fund

Motion Ventures has unveiled its largest maritime technology fund yet, pledging USD $100 million to foster innovation and sustainability in the maritime sector.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Wed, 19th Mar 2025
Guy Noble appointed CEO to lead Guavapay UK's expansion
Fintech

Guy Noble appointed CEO to lead Guavapay UK's expansion

Guavapay has appointed Guy Noble as CEO of Guavapay UK, aiming to boost growth and enhance its market position amid expanding financial services.

By Melvin Hipolito • 2 min read • Tue, 18th Mar 2025
Markko Labs opens applications for next startup cohort
Marketing Technologies

Markko Labs opens applications for next startup cohort

Markko Labs is inviting applications for its second cohort, targeting non-technical marketplace founders to foster innovation in eCommerce.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 12th Mar 2025
Harmony raises USD $3 million to boost AI cyber defences
Artificial Intelligence

Harmony raises USD $3 million to boost AI cyber defences

Harmony Intelligence has raised USD $3 million to enhance AI-driven cyber defence technologies, tackling the surge of AI-enabled cyber threats.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 10th Mar 2025
Instant raises $18 million to expand eCommerce solutions
Customer Experience

Instant raises $18 million to expand eCommerce solutions

Instant, an eCommerce retention marketing platform, has secured $18 million in Series A funding, boosting its valuation to over $100 million.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Mar 2025

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Google Canada selects 14 startups for latest AI accelerator
Fintech

Google Canada selects 14 startups for latest AI accelerator

Google Canada has chosen 14 startups for its sixth Google for Startups Accelerator: Canada, a three-month AI-focused, equity-free programme.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
Nebius to expand AI cloud operations, Singapore eyed as hub
Multi-cloud

Nebius to expand AI cloud operations, Singapore eyed as hub

Nebius is expanding its AI infrastructure into Southeast Asia, choosing Singapore as a hub to boost regional AI adoption and startup support.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 17th Apr 2025
Celonis unveils innovation hub in Bengaluru for AI advances
Artificial Intelligence

Celonis unveils innovation hub in Bengaluru for AI advances

Celonis has unveiled its inaugural innovation hub, Celonis Garage, in Bengaluru, aiming to foster collaboration on advanced solutions like AI with customers and partners.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 10th Apr 2025