Investment stories - Page 15
Rivero secures $7 million to boost Europe-wide fintech growth
Tue, 16th Jan 2024
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fintech
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Swiss fintech firm Rivero has raised $7m in a Series A funding round to expand its Europe-wide presence.
UK hailed as Europe's most advanced digital economy
Tue, 16th Jan 2024
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ecommerce
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microsoft
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google
A new report from the Computer and Communications Industry Association highlights the UK as Europe's leading digital economy, hosting major tech enterprises and attracting USD $30bn in 2022 tech-sector VC investment.
Australian edtech Getmee triumphs in recent funding round
Wed, 10th Jan 2024
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deakin university
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investment
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universities
Australian ed-tech startup Getmee secures funding led by Access Capital Ventures to facilitate its AI-supported English coaching platform's expansion.
Microsoft New Zealand demonstrates robust growth despite economic fluctuations
Tue, 2nd Jan 2024
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microsoft
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investment
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financial results
Despite economic upheaval, Microsoft New Zealand sees a robust 11.48% rise in revenue, solid growth in assets, and an impressive equity surge, indicating strong financial performance.
Level Access set to acquire digital accessibility innovator UserWay
Mon, 1st Jan 2024
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ai
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investment
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m&a
Digital accessibility giant, Level Access, announces deal to acquire AI tech firm UserWay, expanding accessibility solutions reach for organisations of varying sizes.
VNET partners with SDHG to spur renewable energy in China
Mon, 1st Jan 2024
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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partner programmes
China's VNET Group partners with Shandong Hi-Speed Holdings to drive renewable energy projects and cutting-edge computing infrastructures across northern China, aiming for sustainable, low-carbon growth.
AtomBeam hits $3 million target in StartEngine fundraiser
Fri, 29th Dec 2023
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sales
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bandwidth
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investment
AtomBeam hits $3 million startup funding, showing strong investor faith in its game-changing data-shrinking tech.
EY report highlights risks to renewable energy transition
Thu, 28th Dec 2023
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power / energy
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cleantech
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investment
EY report warns energy transition towards renewables may be derailed by challenges and risks.
James Martin Institute guides NSW in AI development leadership
Thu, 28th Dec 2023
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ai
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leadership
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investment
James Martin Institute has issued a guide for New South Wales to lead in AI regulation, fostering inclusive economic growth.
5G MVNO market projected to reach $132 billion by 2029
Thu, 28th Dec 2023
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digitisation
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bandwidth
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investment
5G MVNO market forecasted to reach $132.03bn by 2029, harnessing 5G technology without the need for physical infrastructure.
Egress experts predict wave of AI weaponisation in cyber threats for 2024
Wed, 27th Dec 2023
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uc
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cx
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phishing
Egress forecasts AI-powered cyber threats to soar in 2024, with cybercriminals exploiting artificial intelligence.
Vodafone invests $20 million in technology-focused retail revamp
Thu, 21st Dec 2023
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personal computing devices
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apple
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samsung
Vodafone unveils $20 million tech-led retail revamp for enhanced customer experience and increased demand.
NTT & TEPCO join forces to advance Tokyo's data centre industry
Thu, 21st Dec 2023
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uc
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genai
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NTT Global Data Centers Japan and TEPCO Power Grid to create a joint venture, developing data centres in Tokyo's proficient Inzai-Shiroi region.
Businesses challenged by supply chain cybersecurity threats
Thu, 21st Dec 2023
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supply chain & logistics
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ai
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cybersecurity
97% of UK firms face ongoing supply chain cyber threats, enduring negative impacts in the past year, reveals BlueVoyant.
Salvador Technologies secures $6m funding for cyber-attack recovery expansion
Wed, 20th Dec 2023
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ai
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healthtech
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investment
Salvador Technologies secures $6 million investment to expand its pioneering cyber-attack recovery solutions globally.
Rapid7 partners with Duo for strategic distribution in New Zealand
Wed, 20th Dec 2023
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devops
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cloud security
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application security
New Zealand's cybersecurity expenditure could boost as Rapid7 appoints Duo, a branch of Sektor, for strategic distribution.
Cyber security budget cuts linked to mental health issues, survey reveals
Wed, 20th Dec 2023
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ransomware
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encryption
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advanced persistent threat protection
IT professionals' mental health impacted by reduced cyber security budgets, Integrity360 survey shows.
NTT forecasts key tech developments for the year ahead
Wed, 20th Dec 2023
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paas
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edge computing
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iot
NTT Ltd forecasts a rise in Generative AI adoption, automated Network Operations Centres, sustainable tech solutions, and industry-specific clouds by 2024.
AI and sustainability amongst key fintech trends for 2024
Wed, 20th Dec 2023
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cryptocurrency
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cx
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blockchain
Lanistar Chief Executive Officer, Jeremy Baber, spotlights AI, Gen Z adoption, and sustainability as 2024's major fintech trends.
UK govt invests £530m to boost rural broadband connectivity
Mon, 18th Dec 2023
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uc
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collaboration
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telco
UK Government announces over £530m investment to enhance rural broadband, targeting connectivity for 330,000+ businesses and homes.