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Why tech founders risk falling behind - fast

Thu, 10th Apr 2025
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In the fast-paced tech industry, founders risk stagnation by prioritising speed over strategic learning, potentially overlooking vital market shifts.
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AI founders earn higher salaries despite industry downturn

Thu, 10th Apr 2025
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Despite a downturn in startup salaries, AI founders are thriving, earning a median of USD $90,000—20% above the industry average, as AI startups surge.
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Series launches with USD $3m to revolutionise networking

Sun, 6th Apr 2025
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Series, a new social platform aimed at Gen Z, has launched with USD $3 million funding, utilising AI to enhance connections among college students.
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PvX Partners secures USD $3.8m for app growth financing

Tue, 18th Mar 2025
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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.
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ANZ small businesses lead in confidence & preparedness

Mon, 17th Mar 2025
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Small businesses in Australia and New Zealand show remarkable confidence in growth, leading global counterparts amid economic shifts, says a new report.
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Markko Labs opens applications for next startup cohort

Wed, 12th Mar 2025
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Markko Labs is inviting applications for its second cohort, targeting non-technical marketplace founders to foster innovation in eCommerce.
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Tech firms champion women in tech ahead of IWD 2025

Sat, 8th Mar 2025
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As International Women's Day approaches, tech firms like CMTG and Fugro champion gender equality, advocating initiatives to boost female participation in the industry.
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IWD 2025: The next billion users - Why Women will shape the future of Fintech

Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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As women increasingly shape financial landscapes, fintech firms have a crucial opportunity to design tailored solutions that meet their unique needs and aspirations.
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UK fintech Lenkie raises GBP £49m to boost SME financing

Wed, 5th Mar 2025
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UK fintech Lenkie has secured GBP £49 million in Series A funding, aiming to transform payables financing for SMEs amid a £22 billion funding gap.
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Why Australia needs more female entrepreneurs in eCommerce

Mon, 3rd Mar 2025
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As International Women's Day approaches, Australia faces a stark need for more female entrepreneurs in eCommerce, where they remain critically underrepresented.
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SimCare AI raises USD $2m to enhance training platform

Fri, 28th Feb 2025
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SimCare AI has secured USD $2 million in seed funding to enhance its innovative AI-based healthcare simulation platform aimed at revolutionising clinical training.
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Disrupt.com announces USD $100m boost for AI startups

Thu, 27th Feb 2025
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Dubai's Disrupt.com has unveiled plans to invest USD $100 million in AI startups globally, aiming to boost technological growth amid a challenging funding landscape.
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From Unicorns to Underdogs: How cognitive diversity could be the catalyst for making change that matters

Tue, 25th Feb 2025
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Cognitive diversity has emerged as a pivotal factor in transforming businesses from Underdogs to Unicorns, enabling teams to solve complex problems effectively.
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TalentLMS launches skills programme for female SMBs

Tue, 25th Feb 2025
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TalentLMS has launched a Skills Accelerator Program aimed at empowering women-owned businesses with complimentary access to training resources for a year.
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Ken Cheung named chairman for Asia Pacific at CCV

Fri, 21st Feb 2025
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Ken Cheung has been appointed Chairman for Asia Pacific at Creative Capital Ventures, signalling a strong push into the region with a new €50 million fund.
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EY & Microsoft launch AI Skills Passport for students

Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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EY and Microsoft have unveiled the AI Skills Passport, a free online course aimed at empowering students aged 16 and above with essential AI skills by 2025.
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Indosat & Wadhwani unite to empower Indonesian youth

Wed, 5th Feb 2025
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Indosat has forged a three-year partnership with Wadhwani Foundation to enhance digital skills for one million Indonesian youths and nurture over 100,000 entrepreneurs.
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Siemens launches support programme for engineering startups

Wed, 8th Jan 2025
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Siemens has unveiled its Siemens for Startups programme at CES 2025, aiming to bolster early-stage engineering firms with advanced technology and resources.
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Zendesk appoints Shashi Upadhyay as AI strategy leader

Wed, 11th Dec 2024
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Zendesk has appointed Shashi Upadhyay as its new President of Product, Engineering, and AI, charged with driving growth in customer and employee services.
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Indosat empowers Indonesian startups on trip to Sydney

Fri, 6th Dec 2024
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Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison has hosted a SheHacks trip to Sydney, aiding five Indonesian women-led startups in connecting with global investors.