Angel investors stories - Page 2
AI construction management platform BuildAi secures $1.9 million in seed funding
Thu, 14th Oct 2021
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BuildAi has secured $1.9 million in its latest seed funding round as the industry scrambles to find viable solutions to adapt to COVID-19 lockdowns.
Commerce logistics firm Locad raises $5m to support APAC expansion
Wed, 7th Jul 2021
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supply chain & logistics
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Singapore-based eCommerce logistics integrator, Locad, has raised $4.9m in a funding round led by Sequoia Capital India's Surge.
Amazon announces $400,000 worth of grant packages for Australian startups and SMBs
Wed, 8th Jul 2020
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Amazon Australia has introduced the Amazon Launchpad Innovation Grants to recognize innovation by Australian startups and SMBs.
Muso wants to take live music to all corners of Australia
Tue, 5th Nov 2019
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digital marketplace
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muso
An Australian company called Muso is on a mission to rejuvenate the country’s music scene and create as much live music in as many locations as possible.
'Money men' failing Kiwi businesswomen, says Beany founder & CEO
Wed, 30th Oct 2019
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technology funding
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Lack of investor support for female-led companies in NZ is alarming, says Beany CEO. Angel investors are crucial.
Mimicry Tech the first Southland team in Mahuki innovation accelerator
Thu, 23rd Aug 2018
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Invercargill-based startup, Mimicry Tech, is bringing machine learning to regional museums with help from New Zealand's national museum, Te Papa.
LaunchVic Australia seeks next generation of local & international angels
Thu, 9th Aug 2018
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The Australian state of Victoria is on a serious mission to find its next generation of startup angel and venture capital investors.
Wellington tech companies benefit from record levels of early-stage investment
Fri, 6th Jul 2018
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crowdfunding
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angel investors
The rising investment in the New Zealand technology sector is supposedly a reflection of its strong performance globally.
NZ’s early stage tech companies bolstered by rising investments - report
Wed, 30th May 2018
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Technology Investment Network (TIN) and the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) have launched their third annual investor report.
New report details rising international investment in NZ tech companies
Fri, 25th May 2018
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The annual investor guide is jointly published by Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) and the Technology Investment Network (TIN).
Moment of truth for fintech accelerator participants
Tue, 15th May 2018
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callaghan innovation
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lightning lab
New Zealand's fintech sector is maturing rapidly, with the Kiwibank FinTech Accelerator highlighting global potential.
Record $86m pouring into NZ’s early stage investments
Mon, 9th Apr 2018
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NZVCA estimates that there were over 25 domestic and international funds active in early-stage venture in New Zealand during 2017.
Excelero receives $30 million worth of investments
Wed, 8th Nov 2017
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Excelero nets a hefty £30M investment led by Qualcomm Ventures to bolster its push for hyperscale data center supremacy.
Interview: How to grow a cybersecurity firm from the ground up
Thu, 26th Oct 2017
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risk & compliance
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digital shadows
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apac expansion
Digital Shadows CEO Alastair Paterson on launching a cybersecurity firm: focus on agility, humility, and following market demand for global growth.
Changes to Govt startup investment fund welcomed by angel investors
Mon, 21st Aug 2017
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nz government
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angel investments
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entrepreneurship
Changes include raising the investment cap in companies to $1.5 million and removing the $250,000 funding round limit.
New business programme focuses on alternate model to scale startups
Mon, 31st Jul 2017
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massey university
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accelerator
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study
Rather than the traditional get-investment-ready approach, the Sprint Launch programme will instead focus on early revenue and customer acquisition.
Supersonic passenger jets may not be far away
Tue, 28th Mar 2017
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traveltech
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angel investors
Jet startup Boom is raising funds to bring back supersonic aircraft, aiming to revolutionize travel and make the world more accessible.
New gateway opened to Chinese market for Kiwi SMBs
Thu, 8th Dec 2016
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fundertech
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angel investors
Five new business landing pads have launched in China, making it easier for New Zealand businesses to accelerate growth and investment opportunities.
Kiwibank Accelerator & Simmonds Stewart to mentor NZ's promising FinTech startups
Fri, 14th Oct 2016
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Creative HQ and Kiwibank launch the new Kiwibank FinTech Accelerator, and now they have gained the support of law firm Simmonds Stewart.
New equity crowdfunding player brings more opportunities for Kiwi startups
Wed, 28th Sep 2016
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healthtech
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cleantech
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crowdfunding
AngelEquity, a new equity crowdfunding option, aims to bring wholesale investors to Kiwi startups, providing exposure and support.