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Lovable launches mobile app for building websites on the go
Software-as-a-Service

Lovable launches mobile app for building websites on the go

Users can now build and review web apps on their phones, as Lovable extends its no-code platform beyond the desktop for founders and designers.

By Mark Tarre • 2 min read • Last month
Atoms AI launches Google Ads Agent for small firms
Software-as-a-Service

Atoms AI launches Google Ads Agent for small firms

Small firms and solo founders now get guided Google Ads setup and optimisation, easing a marketing hurdle for businesses with limited staff.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Last month
GapMaps partners with Panolytica on segmentation data
Customer Relationship Management

GapMaps partners with Panolytica on segmentation data

Retailers and planners in three markets will get finer consumer mapping as GapMaps adds Panolytica’s grid-based segmentation to its data marketplace.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Last month
Artemis announces $70 million in seed funding for AI security
Firewalls

Artemis announces $70 million in seed funding for AI security

The funding will help the stealth start-up scale real-time defence as enterprises face faster, AI-driven attacks and rising security costs.

By Catherine Knowles • 5 min read • Last month
Emergent launches Wingman AI agent for workplace tasks
Software-as-a-Service

Emergent launches Wingman AI agent for workplace tasks

Australian firms under productivity pressure can now offload routine work to an always-on agent that links Gmail, Slack and calendars.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Last month
Emergent launches Wingman autonomous AI agent for work
Software-as-a-Service

Emergent launches Wingman autonomous AI agent for work

By handling emails, calendars and routine requests in the background, the tool aims to cut admin for businesses wary of autonomous AI risks.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Last month
Sapling opens New York office & names Billy Snider
Data Analytics

Sapling opens New York office & names Billy Snider

The Toronto firm’s latest US push aims to deepen ties with clients as it targets New York dealmakers and mid-market investors.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Fri, 27th Mar 2026

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ZyG raises USD $60 million to scale AI commerce tools
Software-as-a-Service

ZyG raises USD $60 million to scale AI commerce tools

The cash will fund ZyG OS as online merchants seek AI systems to cut acquisition costs, unify data and scale faster.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Last week
6 digital marketing tools founders use to scale smarter
Data Analytics

6 digital marketing tools founders use to scale smarter

Small businesses can stretch tight budgets further as email, design and analytics platforms help them attract customers and cut manual work.

By Darian Kovacs • 10 min read • Last month
Startup Moldova seals European funding partnerships
Digital Transformation

Startup Moldova seals European funding partnerships

Moldovan founders stand to gain wider access to European capital and mentoring as new deals open funding and acceleration routes.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last month
Alberta launches IP office to keep ideas & jobs in-province
Physical Security

Alberta launches IP office to keep ideas & jobs in-province

The new Alberta IP Office aims to stop homegrown research from being owned elsewhere, with CAD $8 million backing its push to retain jobs.

By Jake MacAndrew • 3 min read • Last month
Cognitiv chief executive named EY New York finalist
Data Analytics

Cognitiv chief executive named EY New York finalist

The recognition underlines Cognitiv’s growth as revenue from its ContextGPT product jumped 388% and new clients rose 67% last year.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Last month
KPMG opens Global Tech Innovator entries in Ireland
Agricultural Technology

KPMG opens Global Tech Innovator entries in Ireland

Irish tech start-ups with up to USD $15 million in revenue can now seek a Dublin final and a place in Lisbon next year.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last month
Bucharest tops Europe startup rankings as London slips
Hybrid & Remote Work

Bucharest tops Europe startup rankings as London slips

Lower costs and lighter tax burdens have pushed Bucharest to the top of Europe’s startup rankings, while London fell to 69th globally.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Last month
Tenzo appoints Jane O'Riordan as Chair of the Board
Software-as-a-Service

Tenzo appoints Jane O'Riordan as Chair of the Board

With margins under pressure across hospitality, the data platform has added Jane O'Riordan to guide strategy as it targets UK and overseas growth.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last month
AI Engineer brings first Asia edition to Singapore
Generative AI

AI Engineer brings first Asia edition to Singapore

Singapore’s AI developer scene is set for a bigger global spotlight, with more than 2,000 people expected at a sold-out conference.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last month
Norton launches Revamp AI for professional presence
Generative AI

Norton launches Revamp AI for professional presence

Norton unveils Revamp, an AI tool to help professionals craft and schedule credible social posts while keeping full control of their voice.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Sat, 21st Mar 2026