Investment stories
The future of CFOs: Five predictions for 2025 and beyond
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As 2025 approaches, the role of the CFO in Australia is transforming, with investors favouring financial expertise over CEO leadership amid rising economic challenges.
Vapi secures USD $20 million for AI voice agent expansion
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customer service
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conversational ai
Voice AI platform Vapi secures USD $20 million in Series A funding, aiming to enhance its voice agent deployment across diverse industries.
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DTE appoints Auður Árnadóttir as new Chief Financial Officer
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DTE welcomes Auður Árnadóttir as its new Chief Financial Officer, aiming to strengthen its financial strategies amid rapid expansion in the aluminium sector.
Netacea secures GBP £4 million to combat bot attacks
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Netacea has secured an additional GBP £4 million investment from Mercia Asset Management to enhance its fight against sophisticated bot attacks.
Bitcoin reaches USD $100,000, joins top global assets list
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Binance Australia's latest report reveals a 39.9% surge in crypto market capitalisation to USD $3.47 trillion, driven by investor optimism and Bitcoin hitting USD $100,000.
Global data centres optimistic on AI growth despite power concerns
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A DLA Piper survey reveals 70% of global data centre investors forecast increased funding over two years, driven by AI demand despite energy concerns.
Cohesity becomes largest data protection provider globally
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data protection
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Cohesity has completed its merger with Veritas' data protection division, becoming the largest global provider in the sector and valued at over USD $7 billion.
Happydemics raises €13m to expand UK market presence
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digital advertising
Happydemics has raised €13 million (£10.8 million) in Series B funding to enhance its AI-driven advertising measurement solutions and UK expansion.
Alteryx appoints Andy MacMillan as new CEO amid AI push
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Alteryx has appointed Andy MacMillan as its new CEO, bringing over 20 years of tech industry experience to enhance its AI-driven analytics platform.
Atturra to acquire ComActivity for AUD $9m plus earn-outs
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Atturra plans to acquire ComActivity for AUD $9 million, boosting its ERP solutions in the manufacturing sector across Australia and New Zealand.
Indosat empowers Indonesian startups on trip to Sydney
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investment
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funding
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entrepreneurship
Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison has hosted a SheHacks trip to Sydney, aiding five Indonesian women-led startups in connecting with global investors.
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Fresho raises AUD $17 million to enhance AI & expand
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Fresho has completed a Series B funding round, securing AUD $17 million to strengthen its AI capabilities and expand across multiple international markets.
Boxphish acquires Trillion to boost cyber risk solutions
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data analytics
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advanced persistent threat protection
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risk & compliance
Boxphish has acquired Trillion, a dark web threat intelligence service, enhancing its cybersecurity offerings for organisations facing human-related cyber risks.
Salus Ventures appoints top advisors to boost resilience
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cybersecurity
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Salus Ventures has launched a Strategic Advisor Program, enlisting prominent figures in intelligence, diplomacy, and defence to enhance national security.
UK financial firms struggle with AI & GenAI integration
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digital transformation
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data science
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genai
A survey reveals UK financial firms face challenges integrating AI technologies, with 95% still in early phases and only 32% on track with efforts.
Pathway secures $10 million for live AI development
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data analytics
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bi
Pathway has raised $10 million in seed funding led by TQ Ventures to enhance its real-time AI systems, attracting notable investors including Lukasz Kaiser.
SEP invests in Springtime Technologies to drive growth
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digital transformation
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software
Scottish Equity Partners has made a strategic growth investment in Vienna's Springtime Technologies, enhancing accounts payable automation for global enterprises.
GTCR invests $1.33bn in Tricentis, valuing at $4.5bn
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digital transformation
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Tricentis has secured a $1.33 billion investment from GTCR, valuing the firm at $4.5 billion as it aims for $425 million in 2024 revenue.
Moomoo Australia partners with GraniteShares for exclusive ETFs
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cartech
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microsoft
Moomoo Australia has partnered exclusively with GraniteShares to improve access to specialist ETFs, enhancing investment opportunities for Australian investors.
Fivecast wins National Exporter Award for technology
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Fivecast has clinched the National Australian Exporter Award for Advanced Technologies, marking a notable second win at the 62nd Australian Export Awards.