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MyPass Global secures AUD $7.5m to boost US expansion plans

Mon, 17th Feb 2025
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MyPass Global has announced securing AUD $7.5 million in Series A funding, aimed at expanding operations into the Americas.
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Future AGI secures USD $1.6m to boost AI accuracy tools

Wed, 12th Feb 2025
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Future AGI has secured USD $1.6 million in pre-seed funding to enhance its AI lifecycle management platform, co-led by Powerhouse and Snow Leopard Ventures.
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BRKZ secures USD $17 million to enhance Saudi expansion

Tue, 11th Feb 2025
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supply chain
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property market
BRKZ has secured USD $17 million in Series A funding to enhance construction procurement in Saudi Arabia, raising total funds to USD $22.5 million.
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Databricks secures USD $10bn funding, USD $5.25bn credit

Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
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data analytics
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genai
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ai
Databricks has secured USD $10 billion in Series J funding and a USD $5.25 billion credit facility to enhance its AI capabilities and global reach.
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SOUTHSTART event expected to drive innovation & connection

Tue, 14th Jan 2025
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agricultural technology
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collaboration
Australia's leading start-up festival, SOUTHSTART, has revealed its 2025 programme, taking place in Adelaide from March 4 to 6, to connect industry leaders.
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Myriota secures $50m funding to boost IoT & jobs in Adelaide

Thu, 26th Dec 2024
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agricultural technology
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digital transformation
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iot
Myriota has raised $50 million to boost its IoT capabilities and create up to 100 jobs at its Adelaide manufacturing base.
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Cybersecurity in 2025: Rise of non-human identities

Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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cloud security
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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
Entro Security and YL Ventures predict a 2025 cybersecurity landscape dominated by non-human identities, with their proliferation posing new security challenges.
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Bureau raises USD $30m Series B amid soaring fraud costs

Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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gaming
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fintech
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cx
Bureau has raised USD $30 million in a Series B funding round, aiming to tackle the global fraud crisis, which costs USD $486 billion each year.
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Safety tech sector sees $6.3 billion investment rise

Wed, 18th Dec 2024
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cybersecurity
Paladin Capital Group's latest report reveals global Safety Tech investment has surged to $6.3 billion, highlighting steady sector growth amid rising digital threats.
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Lander & Rogers opens applications for 2025 LawTech Hub

Tue, 17th Dec 2024
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digital transformation
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ai ethics & governance
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legaltech
Lander & Rogers invites applications for its 2025 LawTech Hub, aiming to empower AI-driven startups to revolutionise legal technology in Australia.
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LambdaTest raises $38 million to enhance QA platform

Wed, 11th Dec 2024
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digital transformation
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apm
LambdaTest has raised $38 million in funding, led by Avataar Ventures, to enhance its AI-driven QA solutions amid growing demand in software testing.
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FinTech Australia appoints Ross & Imam to its board

Tue, 10th Dec 2024
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risk & compliance
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entrepreneurship
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fintech australia
FinTech Australia has expanded its board with the appointments of Jodi Ross and Jodie Imam, enhancing its leadership amid a strong fintech landscape.
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Salus Ventures appoints top advisors to boost resilience

Wed, 4th Dec 2024
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ai
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cybersecurity
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investment
Salus Ventures has launched a Strategic Advisor Program, enlisting prominent figures in intelligence, diplomacy, and defence to enhance national security.
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Kyan Health raises USD $16.7m for AI-driven care

Wed, 27th Nov 2024
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data analytics
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healthtech
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venture capital
Kyan Health has secured USD $16.7 million to advance AI-driven preventative care, revolutionising workplace mental health strategies for businesses.
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Tempest secures USD $3.2m to revolutionise developer tools

Tue, 26th Nov 2024
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software development
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apple
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funding
Tempest has emerged from stealth with USD $3.2 million in funding to tackle platform engineering challenges for technology businesses.
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Emerald Technology invests €8.4m in Keto Software

Thu, 21st Nov 2024
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ai
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clean technologies
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sustainability
Emerald Technology Ventures has invested €8.4 million in Keto Software, enhancing its global reach for innovative Strategic Portfolio Management solutions.
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Scalare Partners becomes first tech accelerator to list on ASX

Mon, 18th Nov 2024
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fintech
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accelerator
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asx
Scalare Partners has launched its trading on the ASX, marking it as Australia's first early-stage tech accelerator to list, raising AUD $4.3 million.
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Australia positioned for $18.8bn AI economy by 2035

Fri, 8th Nov 2024
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data analytics
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risk & compliance
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genai
A report from Microsoft and Mandala Partners reveals Australia could secure $18.8 billion in AI revenue by 2035, emphasising strategic investment and innovation.
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Nearly half find AI helpful for customer service: study

Fri, 1st Nov 2024
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digital transformation
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martech
Nearly half of consumers find AI chatbots helpful for customer service, with 48% noting improved experiences, a new study reveals.
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Silicon Valley Bank provides USD $50M to Bugcrowd

Fri, 1st Nov 2024
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crypto
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cloud security
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blockchain
Silicon Valley Bank has granted Bugcrowd USD $50 million to enhance its AI-driven cybersecurity solutions and accelerate growth in the global market.