Investment stories - Page 28
ALIAVIA Ventures raises $13.5M fund for female-led startups
Wed, 11th Oct 2023
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digital entertainment
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microsoft
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google
ALIAVIA Ventures nets AU$13.5m to back female-led technology firms in Australia and the US, closing a funding gap.
NTT unveils new data centre in commitment to Malaysia
Wed, 11th Oct 2023
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hyperscale
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dc
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kaspersky
NTT has unveiled its new data centre in Malaysia, representing a RM 234 million investment and part of Malaysia's vision to become an 'Asian Digital Tiger'.
Strategic positioning essential for pre-scaled tech companies seeking premium M&A valuations
Wed, 11th Oct 2023
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investment
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m&a
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dai magister
Tech M&A activity is shifting to a buyer's market in 2023, with low valuations and attractive growth assets available, according to DAI Magister.
SuperOps.ai raises $12M following 300% spike in customers
Wed, 11th Oct 2023
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cybersecurity
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investment
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capital raising
SuperOps.ai, the AI-powered IT management software platform, has raised $12.4m in Series B funding, with customer numbers increasing by 300%.
Cylera strengthens cybersecurity partnership with NHS Trust
Wed, 11th Oct 2023
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cybersecurity
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healthtech
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investment
Cylera partners with Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust for three years, enhancing healthcare IoT cybersecurity.
WiseTech Global acquires MatchBox for container optimisation
Tue, 10th Oct 2023
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supply chain & logistics
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productivity
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investment
WiseTech Global acquires MatchBox Exchange to optimize reuse of shipping containers and boost efficiency in the logistics industry.
Rising AI adoption sparks optimism in Australian businesses
Tue, 10th Oct 2023
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digital transformation
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risk & compliance
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genai
FIS reports reveal a quick rise in AI use in Australia; 71% of firms using Generative AI plan to increase their investment.
The importance of conversational AI in contact centres
Tue, 10th Oct 2023
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uc
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digital transformation
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cx
8x8 publishes report highlighting the growing adoption and value of conversational AI in the contact centre industry.
43% of DX Pros lack insight on customer preferences
Mon, 9th Oct 2023
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cx
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martech
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ecommerce
Almost half of digital experience professionals lack insight into customer preferences on their apps and websites.
PerfectScale secures US$7.1 million for Kubernetes optimisation
Fri, 6th Oct 2023
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paas
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iaas
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open source
The latest investment brings the company’s total funding to nearly US$10 million since its founding in March 2022.
Cloud ERP platform Wiise launches in NZ, giving business a next step solution
Thu, 5th Oct 2023
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it in manufacturing
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risk & compliance
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ecommerce
Cloud ERP platform Wiise launches in New Zealand, offering tailored solutions for financial services, manufacturing, and warehousing sectors.
Workday segments APJ for more focus; appoints new APAC President
Mon, 2nd Oct 2023
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hcm
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partner programmes
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payroll systems
Splitting its APJ region into two units, Workday will have more APAC focus and appointed Simon Tate as APAC President.
Energy risk software provider Pexapark raises millions for global expansion
Wed, 27th Sep 2023
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power / energy
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risk & compliance
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cleantech
Pexapark secures €20m in Series C funding led by Telstra Ventures to bolster its renewable energy risk management software and advisory services.
SmartSat CRC invests in Canberra’s new space agenda
Mon, 25th Sep 2023
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uc
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spacetech
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contact centre
Australia’s space research centre, SmartSat Cooperative Research Centre (CRC), has increased its investment in ACT to over AUD $7 million.
Oracle tops Digital Customer Engagement rankings, says Guidehouse Insights
Thu, 21st Sep 2023
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cx
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martech
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partner programmes
Oracle Energy and Water has been named the top provider in digital customer engagement and experience analytics by Guidehouse Insights.
Denodo signs agreement with TPG Growth for $336M equity
Fri, 15th Sep 2023
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market
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investment
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denodo
TPG Growth has agreed to invest $336m in Denodo's Series B preferred equity, with the deal slated to close in October.
ANZ contributing to $300 billion black hole in unused cloud
Mon, 11th Sep 2023
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software development
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microsoft
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it spending
Australian and New Zealand companies are contributing to a US$320 billion cloud black hole as they struggle to activate investment commitments.
IT leaders optimistic about how AI will transform business
Mon, 28th Aug 2023
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digital transformation
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ai
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ai models
Three-quarters of IT leaders are optimistic about the benefits of AI, but lack implementation roadmaps and hardware, according to a survey by AMD.
Yahoo acquires Commonstock, builds out retail resources
Thu, 24th Aug 2023
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yahoo
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branding
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investment
Yahoo acquires Commonstock, a social and community-based platform for retail investors, to enhance Yahoo Finance's offerings.
Leaseweb grows Singapore revenue by 300%, builds local team
Thu, 10th Aug 2023
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investment
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leaseweb
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expansion
The company is now focused on capitalising on its momentum with local businesses in the region and is investing heavily in building its local team.