Entrepreneurship stories - Page 4
FedEx expands electric fleet & community efforts in Asia Pacific
Tue, 26th Aug 2025
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clean technologies
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FedEx is expanding its electric vehicle fleet and boosting sustainability and community initiatives across Asia Pacific in fiscal year 2025.
Succession planning crucial as Baby Boomer SME owners retire
Thu, 14th Aug 2025
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business continuity
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Nearly half of Australian Baby Boomer SME owners plan to retire soon, yet only 24% have prepared succession plans to secure their businesses' futures.
Accel launches fifth Atoms programme with USD $1m funding
Sat, 12th Jul 2025
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Accel launches fifth Atoms programme, offering Indian founders up to USD $1 million funding and support in AI and LeapTech innovation.
Palo Alto Networks and Quitch launch new cyber training modules
Fri, 23rd May 2025
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Palo Alto Networks partners with Quitch to launch free, interactive cybersecurity training on a gamified platform using spaced repetition learning techniques.
Auckland unveils alliance to unite & grow city technology sector
Tue, 20th May 2025
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Auckland Mayor unveils Innovation & Technology Alliance to boost collaboration, tech growth, and economic productivity in the city and region.
Kiwi small firms wary as hopes for budget support remain low
Mon, 19th May 2025
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recruitment
Nearly half of New Zealand's small businesses doubt that the upcoming Government Budget will offer meaningful support, says Prospa NZ survey.
NZ startup founders paid $205,000 on average, gaps remain
Wed, 7th May 2025
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startup ecosystem
The New Zealand Founder Pay Report 2025 reveals average founder salaries at NZD $205,000, highlighting gender, location, and role pay disparities across startups.
AcademyEX launches The Play Lab for playful tech learning
Tue, 6th May 2025
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e-learning
academyEX has unveiled The Play Lab in Auckland, a professional learning space where adults explore emerging tech like AI and robotics through hands-on play.
LinkedIn expands BrandLink, offers video ads with top creators
Fri, 2nd May 2025
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digital entertainment
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LinkedIn expands BrandLink, offering advertisers premium video content from top creators to engage over 1 billion members in the US and UK.
Primer launches initiative to help start-ups optimise payments
Fri, 2nd May 2025
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edutech
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displays
Primer launches 'Primer for Growth' to help start-ups tackle payment hurdles with free access to its advanced payment tools for one year.
Global Tech Advocates celebrates decade of fostering innovation
Wed, 30th Apr 2025
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digital transformation
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entrepreneurship
Global Tech Advocates celebrates 10 years in Copenhagen, unveiling the Global Launch Pad to boost tech firms amid evolving global challenges.
Raising capital? Here's why some pitches fly and others flop
Mon, 28th Apr 2025
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investment
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entrepreneurship
Insight Investor Relations unveils the 5P Pitch Framework, guiding tech founders in New Zealand to craft compelling pitches and secure funding effectively.
Finalists for 2025 AfricaTech Awards announced
Tue, 15th Apr 2025
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clean technologies
The 2025 AfricaTech Awards have unveiled 45 finalist startups from diverse sectors, celebrating innovation and impact in Africa's tech landscape.
Why tech founders risk falling behind - fast
Thu, 10th Apr 2025
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education, learning & training
In the fast-paced tech industry, founders risk stagnation by prioritising speed over strategic learning, potentially overlooking vital market shifts.
AI founders earn higher salaries despite industry downturn
Thu, 10th Apr 2025
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data science
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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.
Series launches with USD $3m to revolutionise networking
Sun, 6th Apr 2025
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social networking
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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.
Blackpearl Group appoints new COO for US market growth
Thu, 3rd Apr 2025
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leadership
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entrepreneurship
Blackpearl Group has appointed Christie Kerner as Chief Operating Officer to drive its US expansion, leveraging her 30 years in scaling successful businesses.
Experts weigh in on implications of Australia govt's latest budget
Wed, 26th Mar 2025
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cloud services
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education, learning & training
Australia's recent budget announcement has ignited debates across technology sectors as leaders welcome investments aimed at boosting competitiveness.
ANZ small businesses lead in confidence & preparedness
Mon, 17th Mar 2025
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supply chain
Small businesses in Australia and New Zealand show remarkable confidence in growth, leading global counterparts amid economic shifts, says a new report.
Markko Labs opens applications for next startup cohort
Wed, 12th Mar 2025
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martech
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commerce systems
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funding
Markko Labs is inviting applications for its second cohort, targeting non-technical marketplace founders to foster innovation in eCommerce.