Investors stories
Dow Jones launches AI-powered Korean language service
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Dow Jones has launched its first AI-driven Korean Language Service, enhancing access to real-time financial news for South Korea's business community.
PointFive secures USD $20 million to boost cloud efficiency
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PointFive has raised USD $20 million in Series A funding to enhance cloud cost optimisation and expand multi-cloud support, led by Salesforce Ventures.
OLOID secures $6m funding & new Workday partnership
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OLOID has secured $6 million in Series A1 funding to enhance its identity management solutions for deskless workers and integrate with Workday.
AI drives Tea Industries' success in Australian market
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Brisbane entrepreneur Alexa Stathakis has leveraged AI to rapidly scale her healthy drinks brand, securing over 1,000 school orders in just a week.
Persana AI secures USD $2.3 million for sales platform
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Persana AI has raised USD $2.3 million in seed funding to enhance its AI-powered sales platform, aiming to streamline workflows for sales teams.
Taoshi unveils Glitch, aiming to democratise AI trading
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Taoshi has launched Glitch, an innovative SaaS platform designed to offer advanced AI-driven trading strategies to retail investors worldwide.
Australian CFOs face rising demands amid evolving roles
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A new study reveals that 88% of investors believe CFOs will play a larger role by 2035, emphasising their need for strategic and technical skills.
AI seen as potential fix for corporate reporting concerns
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A recent survey reveals 96% of finance leaders worry about non-financial reporting data reliability, with many considering AI as a potential remedy.
Socket raises USD $40m to enhance open-source security
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Socket has secured USD $40 million in Series B funding to reinforce its fight against software supply chain security threats, with total capital now at USD $65 million.
Questions NOT to ask a crypto investor
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At social gatherings, crypto investors often face cringeworthy questions about their investments, revealing widespread misconceptions about the digital currency world.
NBN Co raises USD $1 billion via US bond issuances
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NBN Co raises USD $1 billion in US bonds, oversubscribed by USD $4.3 billion, aiming to refinance debt and expand green project investments.
Directo secures AUD $2 million to boost pharmacy marketplace
Thu, 12th Sep 2024
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Directo, a Melbourne-based B2B pharmacy marketplace, has raised AUD $2 million from sophisticated investors to support its ambitious expansion and growth plans.
SleekFlow secures USD $7 million in Series A+ funding round
Fri, 23rd Aug 2024
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SleekFlow secures USD $7 million in Series A+ funding led by Atinum Investment, pushing its total to USD $15 million to fuel global expansion and AI advancements.
UK boards lack trust in executives, focus on cybersecurity
Thu, 15th Aug 2024
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Heidrick and Struggles’ 2024 Board Monitor Report reveals a lack of trust between UK boards and executives, with 22% of respondents noting distrust concerns.
JLL sells Hanam Data Center to Macquarie Korea Infrastructure Fund
Tue, 13th Aug 2024
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JLL facilitated the sale of Hanam Data Center for IGIS to Macquarie Korea Infrastructure Fund, marking South Korea's first stabilised hyperscale data center transaction.
Investors urged to rethink Southeast Asia's tech potential
Fri, 2nd Aug 2024
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Southeast Asia's tech innovation is setting global benchmarks, says Georg Chmiel, urging investors to rethink undervaluation and recognise SEA's unique growth prospects.
Birchal report highlights AUD $64.5m rise in equity crowdfunding
Wed, 24th Jul 2024
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An industry report by Birchal reveals Australian crowd-sourced funding grew by 16% in FY24, with AUD $64.5 million raised despite economic challenges.
Markko launches incubator for non-technical marketplace founders
Wed, 17th Jul 2024
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Markko unveils Markko Labs to empower non-technical marketplace founders with essential resources, reducing financial and technical barriers in the e-commerce sector.
Kyutai unveils Moshi AI with groundbreaking vocal abilities
Tue, 16th Jul 2024
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Kyutai's new AI, Moshi, unveiled in Paris today, impresses with unparalleled vocal abilities. The open-source model is set to revolutionise voice interaction technologies.
Crypto market sees 11.4% drop in June, BTC falls 19.1%
Tue, 9th Jul 2024
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The cryptocurrency market cap declined by 11.4% in June, driven by Bitcoin's 19.1% fall, according to Binance Australia. The TON ecosystem and BNB showed resilience.