Entrepreneurship stories
Finalists for 2025 AfricaTech Awards announced
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The 2025 AfricaTech Awards have unveiled 45 finalist startups from diverse sectors, celebrating innovation and impact in Africa's tech landscape.
PR Group to lead communications for Founders Forum Asia 2025
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The PR Group has been appointed the exclusive communications partner for Founders Forum Asia 2025, set to take place in Singapore, featuring Deputy PM Heng Swee Keat.
Indian hackathon awards top innovators for tackling fake news
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The TruthTell Hackathon, organised by the India Cellular & Electronics Association, has awarded INR 10 lakhs to five innovative teams tackling misinformation.
Why tech founders risk falling behind - fast
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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
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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.
AI startup founders earn more despite industry decline
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A new report reveals that AI startup founders earn a median salary of USD $90,000, 20% more than their peers, despite a wider downturn in pay.
Intuit launches UK council to boost AI in small business
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The Intuit Small Business Growth Council has launched in the UK, uniting 18 entrepreneurs to boost AI and digital adoption for small businesses.
Series launches with USD $3m to revolutionise 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
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Blackpearl Group has appointed Christie Kerner as Chief Operating Officer to drive its US expansion, leveraging her 30 years in scaling successful businesses.
Monash students triumph at UNIHACK 2025 with Growth Garden
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Six Monash University students, under the team name Street Corn, triumphed at UNIHACK 2025, winning with their innovative AI project, Growth Garden.
Scottish digital achievements honoured at tech awards gala
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The Digital Tech Awards in Glasgow honoured the Scottish tech sector's innovation, announcing 12 winners while celebrating ScotlandIS's 25th anniversary.
Experts weigh in on implications of Australia govt's latest budget
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cloud services
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workforce management
Australia's recent budget announcement has ignited debates across technology sectors as leaders welcome investments aimed at boosting competitiveness.
ANNA Money launches AI tax tool for sole traders and limited companies
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payment technologies
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tax
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ANNA Money has launched its new AI-powered tax solution +Taxes, targeting sole traders and limited companies, attracting hundreds of sign-ups in just two weeks.
PvX Partners secures USD $3.8m for app growth financing
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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.
ANZ small businesses lead in confidence & preparedness
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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.
Smarter Brands AI partners with Omniverse City for automation
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Smarter Brands AI has unveiled an AI platform aimed at automating business operations, collaborating with Omniverse City's innovative AI infrastructure.
Markko Labs opens applications for next startup cohort
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martech
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commerce systems
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Markko Labs is inviting applications for its second cohort, targeting non-technical marketplace founders to foster innovation in e-commerce.
WithU tops leisure sector as fastest-growing in FT1000 list
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payment technologies
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WithU has been named one of Europe's fastest-growing companies, ranking 26th in the FT1000 with a remarkable CAGR of 245.8% in the leisure sector.
DotMe secures USD $150,000 in funding from Mirza L. Baig
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DotMe has raised USD $150,000, reaching a valuation of USD $1.25 million, aiming to enhance creator-brand engagement amid the booming creator economy.
Tech firms champion women in tech ahead of IWD 2023
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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.