Investment stories - Page 18
SMEs remain bullish, planning growth despite economic challenges
Thu, 1st Feb 2024
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supply chain
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inflation
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investment
Despite high inflation and rising interest rates, 80% of SMEs plan strategies for growth in 2024, underpinned by a focus on innovation, investment, and staff training, says a CBA-YouGov study.
Biometric-enabled POS transactions set to surge, says Juniper Research
Thu, 1st Feb 2024
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surveillance
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e-commerce
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investment
Juniper Research predicts a 138% jump in transactions via biometric-enabled Point of Sale (POS) terminals, climbing from 19.5 billion in 2023 to 46 billion by 2028.
Melbourne's Yume secures AU$2m from Investible-led funding round
Wed, 31st Jan 2024
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investment
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venture capital
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expansion
Melbourne-based food redistribution platform, Yume, has secured AU$2m in a seed funding round spearheaded by Investible to ramp up its technology capabilities and workforce.
Appdome enhances MOBILEBot Defense, promises significant savings
Wed, 24th Jan 2024
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firewalls
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ddos
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semiconductors
Appdome has upgraded its MOBILEBot Defense product to offer full portability to any web application firewall (WAF), lowering costs for brands while enhancing defence against over 100 mobile attack vectors.
Nemetschek Group invests in construction finance start-up Briq
Tue, 23rd Jan 2024
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devops
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digital transformation
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fintech
Software solutions giant Nemetschek Group discloses investment in US start-up Briq, aiming to boost digitalisation in the construction industry with its finance automation platform.
Scrumconnect Consulting unveils new Newcastle office
Thu, 18th Jan 2024
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smart home
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hybrid & remote work
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public sector
Scrumconnect Consulting unveils a new office in Newcastle's Portland House, furthering its commitment to government transformations.
Australian edtech Getmee triumphs in recent funding round
Wed, 10th Jan 2024
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deakin university
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investment
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universities
Australian ed-tech startup Getmee secures funding led by Access Capital Ventures to facilitate its AI-supported English coaching platform's expansion.
Level Access set to acquire digital accessibility innovator UserWay
Mon, 1st Jan 2024
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ai
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investment
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m&a
Digital accessibility giant, Level Access, announces deal to acquire AI tech firm UserWay, expanding accessibility solutions reach for organisations of varying sizes.
AtomBeam hits $3 million target in StartEngine fundraiser
Fri, 29th Dec 2023
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sales
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bandwidth
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investment
AtomBeam hits $3 million startup funding, showing strong investor faith in its game-changing data-shrinking tech.
EY report highlights risks to renewable energy transition
Thu, 28th Dec 2023
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power / energy
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clean technologies
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investment
EY report warns energy transition towards renewables may be derailed by challenges and risks.
James Martin Institute guides NSW in AI development leadership
Thu, 28th Dec 2023
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ai
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leadership
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investment
James Martin Institute has issued a guide for New South Wales to lead in AI regulation, fostering inclusive economic growth.
5G MVNO market projected to reach $132 billion by 2029
Thu, 28th Dec 2023
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digitisation
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bandwidth
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investment
5G MVNO market forecasted to reach $132.03bn by 2029, harnessing 5G technology without the need for physical infrastructure.
Egress experts predict wave of AI weaponisation in cyber threats for 2024
Wed, 27th Dec 2023
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uc
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cx
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phishing
Egress forecasts AI-powered cyber threats to soar in 2024, with cybercriminals exploiting artificial intelligence.
Vodafone invests $20 million in technology-focused retail revamp
Thu, 21st Dec 2023
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apple
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samsung
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customers
Vodafone unveils $20 million tech-led retail revamp for enhanced customer experience and increased demand.
Salvador Technologies secures $6m funding for cyber-attack recovery expansion
Wed, 20th Dec 2023
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ai
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healthtech
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investment
Salvador Technologies secures $6 million investment to expand its pioneering cyber-attack recovery solutions globally.
Cyber security budget cuts linked to mental health issues, survey reveals
Wed, 20th Dec 2023
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edutech
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ransomware
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encryption
IT professionals' mental health impacted by reduced cyber security budgets, Integrity360 survey shows.
NTT forecasts key tech developments for the year ahead
Wed, 20th Dec 2023
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paas
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edge computing
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iot
NTT Ltd forecasts a rise in Generative AI adoption, automated Network Operations Centres, sustainable tech solutions, and industry-specific clouds by 2024.
AI and sustainability amongst key fintech trends for 2024
Wed, 20th Dec 2023
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crypto
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cx
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blockchain
Lanistar Chief Executive Officer, Jeremy Baber, spotlights AI, Gen Z adoption, and sustainability as 2024's major fintech trends.
Antifragility touted as key for ANZ businesses amidst economic turbulence
Fri, 15th Dec 2023
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partner programmes
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risk & compliance
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inflation
Amid economic instability, ANZ businesses are encouraged to embrace 'antifragility', turning challenges into growth chance.
Tollring to launch AI-powered cloud call recording solution, Record AI
Thu, 14th Dec 2023
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uc
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data analytics
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cx
Tollring unveils cloud-based AI call recording service, Record AI, targeting all organisation users from January 2024.