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THAT'S A WRAP: the highlights from the 2018 CeBIT Australia exhibition

Mon, 21st May 2018
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Sydney's CeBIT Australia 2018 wrapped up last week, showcasing cutting-edge tech innovations from over 200 exhibitors and drawing record attendance.
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Australia grants first banking license to fintech startup

Tue, 8th May 2018
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Australia's first fintech banking license has been authorised by authorities in a bid to improve competition in a sector dominated by four major lenders.
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Melbourne-headquartered ISV startup secures $US5.5 million in Series A funding round

Tue, 24th Apr 2018
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Bluedot innovation, a location services company, says the funding will allow them to double their headcount in Melbourne and San Francisco.
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Aus IoT startup driving efficiency in hospitals with Bluetooth asset tracking

Tue, 24th Apr 2018
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Australian IoT startup Leash It is transforming hospital efficiency with its LeashView Bluetooth asset tracking system, set to launch in New Zealand in June.
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Kiwi company chosen for women-only Aus tech accelerator

Tue, 10th Apr 2018
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New Zealand's RIP Global is among eight firms picked for Springboard Enterprises Australia's women-only accelerator, boosting fintech's growth and global reach.
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Rocket Lab engineer launches Kiwi eCommerce site

Tue, 3rd Apr 2018
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Rocket Lab engineer Levi Fawcett launches AllGoods, a free Kiwi eCommerce platform empowering local sellers with swift shipping and zero fees for users.
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Government to introduce 457 visa replacement program to lure tech talent

Mon, 19th Mar 2018
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The new scheme will be aimed at both businesses with over $4 million annual turnover as well as technology-based and STEM-related start-ups.
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Startup uses chatbot to simplify global digital marketing

Thu, 8th Feb 2018
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MemePR's marketing platform uses artificial intelligence to connect working partners from all around the world with those in need of marketing service.
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Kiwi startup helps disrupt major Aus crime ring

Mon, 5th Feb 2018
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Auror, a New Zealand based company and the Police worked together to disrupt an organised retail crime ring in Melbourne.
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Aus startup launches tool to identify employee potential

Mon, 5th Feb 2018
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Australian startup Gooroo has launched Mindspace, a tool using behavioural neuroscience to identify employee potential and enhance workforce capabilities.
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Former ATEED CEO joins IoT startup Wine Grenade's board

Thu, 25th Jan 2018
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Founded in 2014, the company is now selling devices to winemakers in eight countries and is building out its distributor network.
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Exclusive interview: Chatbot 101 with Tim McNamara, founder of The Hut34 Project

Thu, 25th Jan 2018
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The Hut34 Project, founded by Tim McNamara and Peter Godbolt, aims to connect AI engines, IoT devices, and digital services.
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NZ startup CodeLingo secures $540k funding from Australian VCs

Fri, 19th Jan 2018
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venture capital
CodeLingo is a platform which enables users to scale end-to-end software development processes that improve code quality.
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Innovative bladder sensor scoops Callaghan's wearable tech award

Tue, 5th Dec 2017
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The C-Prize aimed to encourage people to push the boundaries of what's possible through technology, and solve real-world challenges.
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CASE STUDY: The digital transformation journeys of leading AU companies

Mon, 27th Nov 2017
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Interactive conducted a case study that delves into the digital transformation experiences of thought leaders from across AU's business landscape.
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Seven most interesting hardware startups at Meet Taipei 2017

Fri, 17th Nov 2017
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A large concentration of Taiwanese startups are in the hardware sector, integrating IoT and smart technologies into their innovation.
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GALLERY: Meet Taipei Startup Festival Day One

Thu, 16th Nov 2017
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The event aims to provide a platform where entrepreneurs and VCs alike can build together a shared startup ecosystem.
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Australian renewable energy gets a $7m boost

Fri, 20th Oct 2017
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power / energy
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Redback Technologies secures AUD $7 million in funding to enhance smart solar solutions, backed by the Clean Energy Innovation Fund and Right Click Capital.
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Organisations must embrace AI through strategic partnerships

Wed, 11th Oct 2017
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tech23
Organisations seek to apply AI for shareholder value, partnering with startups at national innovation event Tech23.
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Homegrown security startups gear up for San Francisco experience

Tue, 10th Oct 2017
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Six homegrown cybersecurity startups are gearing up to head for San Francisco as part of the Turnbull Government's Landing Pad Program.