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Family firms in Australia embrace tech for growth potential
Customer Experience

Family firms in Australia embrace tech for growth potential

A recent report reveals that over 55% of Australian family businesses are investing in technology, demonstrating resilience and commitment to growth amid economic challenges.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Sun, 16th Mar 2025

Global Stories

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
Kiwis favour cryptocurrency for long-term investing in 2025
Crypto

Kiwis favour cryptocurrency for long-term investing in 2025

A recent Binance New Zealand survey reveals 70% of Kiwis favour cryptocurrency as a long-term investment, eclipsing traditional assets like stocks and real estate.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 17th Mar 2025
Eva Zhuang becomes first female Partner at Boman Group
Drones

Eva Zhuang becomes first female Partner at Boman Group

Boman Group has appointed Eva Zhuang as a Partner, making her the first woman in the role, as the firm prepares to launch new funds in 2024.

By Melvin Hipolito • 2 min read • Fri, 14th Mar 2025
Scimplify secures USD $40m to transform chemical industry
Supply Chain

Scimplify secures USD $40m to transform chemical industry

Scimplify has secured USD $40 million in Series B funding, boosting its total to USD $54 million, to enhance its specialty chemicals platform and expand internationally.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Thu, 13th Mar 2025
IWD 2025: The next billion users - Why Women will shape the future of Fintech
Fintech

IWD 2025: The next billion users - Why Women will shape the future of Fintech

As women increasingly shape financial landscapes, fintech firms have a crucial opportunity to design tailored solutions that meet their unique needs and aspirations.

By Ceridwen Choo • 4 min read • Fri, 7th Mar 2025
DeepL launches Clarify to enhance AI translation interactivity
Marketing Technologies

DeepL launches Clarify to enhance AI translation interactivity

DeepL has unveiled Clarify, a new feature aimed at improving interactivity in AI translations for businesses, enhancing user engagement and precision.

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

Stories from Other Regions

Mapp secures $13m to enhance AI marketing strategy
Customer Experience

Mapp secures $13m to enhance AI marketing strategy

Mapp has raised $13 million in funding to enhance its AI-driven marketing automation and expand its market presence, fuelled by O'Connor Capital Solutions.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Fri, 21st Mar 2025
FTSE 100 report: Tech prioritised over workforce skills
Data Analytics

FTSE 100 report: Tech prioritised over workforce skills

An analysis of FTSE 100 annual reports shows a stark contrast in priorities, with 69% focusing on technology but only 7% investing in workforce skills.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Mar 2025
European display market faces falling prices in 2025
Digital Signage

European display market faces falling prices in 2025

The European Large Format Display market is struggling as unit sales and prices dip, despite higher shipments; education sector saturation is a key factor.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Mar 2025
PvX Partners secures USD $3.8m for app growth financing
Artificial Intelligence

PvX Partners secures USD $3.8m for app growth financing

PvX Partners has secured USD $3.8 million in seed funding from Play Ventures and General Catalyst to enhance growth in consumer and gaming apps.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 18th Mar 2025
Mastering the art of business press release headlines
Marketing Technologies

Mastering the art of business press release headlines

Creating captivating press release headlines is crucial for engaging audiences and attracting media attention, as clarity and relevance can elevate your brand's visibility.

By Mark Devlin • 5 min read • Mon, 17th Mar 2025
IDnow secures investment to expand global identity market
Gaming

IDnow secures investment to expand global identity market

IDnow has secured a strategic majority investment from Corsair Capital, enhancing its position in the European identity verification market and fuelling global expansion.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 12th Mar 2025
Di Papadopoulos appointed as CEO of Booster from 2025
Fintech

Di Papadopoulos appointed as CEO of Booster from 2025

Di Papadopoulos has been appointed as CEO of Booster, succeeding as part of a strategic leadership transition by the company, effective 17th March 2025.

By Melvin Hipolito • 2 min read • Mon, 10th Mar 2025
DotMe secures USD $150,000 in funding from Mirza L. Baig
Marketing

DotMe secures USD $150,000 in funding from Mirza L. Baig

DotMe has raised USD $150,000, reaching a valuation of USD $1.25 million, aiming to enhance creator-brand engagement amid the booming creator economy.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 10th Mar 2025
Key 7 Investment completes acquisition of StoryFile
Digital Entertainment

Key 7 Investment completes acquisition of StoryFile

Key 7 Investment has acquired StoryFile, enhancing its AI-powered video platform's growth potential while concluding its Chapter 11 process.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 7th Mar 2025