Investment stories - Page 38

Digitisation drives optimism for APAC's construction sector
Thu, 15th Jul 2021
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digital transformation
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construction
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investment
Digital transformation is driving optimism and opportunities for APAC construction sector, according to new research by InEight.

Martech firm Mutiny attracts $12m pre-money valuation from investors
Thu, 1st Jul 2021
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martech
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investment
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mutiny
Melbourne-based martech firm Mutiny has confirmed investment from former Clemenger BBDO executive Nick Garrett and advisory guru Andrew ‘Billy’ Baxter.

Over 80% of CFOs plan on expanding investment into digitalisation
Mon, 28th Jun 2021
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cfo
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digitisation
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investment
New research from Gartner reveals that 82% of finance leaders plan to increase investment in their company’s digital capabilities this year.

Accenture examines the future of business in the cloud
Tue, 15th Jun 2021
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digital transformation
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cloud services
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investment
The cloud has evolved into a technology behemoth and is now in its prime time, according to Accenture ANZ cloud first lead Matt Coates.

ExtraHop acquired by Bain Capital and Crosspoint Capital for US$900M
Thu, 10th Jun 2021
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multi-cloud
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ndr
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cybersecurity
ExtraHop, a leading player in network detection and response, is set to be acquired by Bain Capital and Crosspoint Capital in a $900m deal.

Leader, Leapfrogger, or Laggard? The 3 types of business & how to get ahead
Thu, 27th May 2021
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investment
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accenture
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mental health
Investment in technology is a crucial factor in a company's survival post-COVID, says a report from Accenture.

Budget 2021: Govt backs digital skills training for small & medium businesses
Fri, 21st May 2021
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rackspace
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investment
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skills gap
Budget 2021 allocates $44m over 2 years to support New Zealand's Digital Boost program for small and medium businesses.

Healthcare leaders opt for 'pragmatic' approach to care as DX falls behind
Wed, 12th May 2021
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ai
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healthtech
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investment
COVID-19 and staff shortages are hindering the evolution of healthcare in the Asia Pacific region, according to a survey of global healthcare leaders.

Brisbane’s Octopus Deploy announces US$172.5m investment
Thu, 22nd Apr 2021
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software development
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investment
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insight partners
Octopus Deploy secures $172.5m investment from Insight Partners, its first outside funding after eight years of organic growth and profitability.

NZ startups show strong growth despite COVID-19 challenges
Fri, 16th Apr 2021
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pwc
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investment
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angel investments
New Zealand startup investment has grown and matured despite the challenges of COVID-19, according to a report from PwC and the Angel Association.

Enterprises not achieving ROI from digital transformation initiatives
Thu, 15th Apr 2021
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devops
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digital transformation
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apm
The majority of enterprise leaders are concerned about ROI from digital transformation initiatives, according to a new report.

ThreatQuotient hits $22.5m in new financing, continues growth streak
Thu, 8th Apr 2021
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cybersecurity
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financing
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investment
Cybersecurity firm ThreatQuotient has raised $22.5m in new financing from investors including Cisco Investments and NEA.

Global industrial cybersecurity company expands in ANZ
Thu, 18th Mar 2021
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cybersecurity
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investment
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dragos
Dragos has expanded its market presence in Australia and New Zealand to serve growth with industrial cybersecurity customers.

Snyk powers forward following financing round, expands leadership team
Tue, 16th Mar 2021
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digital transformation
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application security
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developers
Snyk closes Series E funding round, raising $300m & expanding leadership team to provide advanced security globally.

How do you make cybersecurity tech buying decisions? Here’s what your peers say
Wed, 10th Feb 2021
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cybersecurity
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investment
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cybersafety
Over half of IT security decision-makers plan to increase security budgets, but 37% of proposals for cybersecurity investment are turned down.

NZ businesses to continue digital investment in wake of COVID-19
Wed, 3rd Feb 2021
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digital transformation
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investment
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covid-19
New Zealand businesses that embraced digital transformation during the pandemic will continue to invest in it post-COVID, according to research.

6clicks raises A$5 million, sets sights on global expansion
Tue, 2nd Feb 2021
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ai
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investment
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capital raising
Australian-based company 6clicks secures A$5 million in capital raise for rapid global expansion, bringing total investment to A$7.7 million.

Sitecore attracts major martech capital investment of US$1.2b
Fri, 22nd Jan 2021
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martech
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sitecore
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investment
According to Sitecore CEO Steve Tzikakis, the investment marks an ‘unprecedented’ milestone for the martech industry.

ThoughtWorks announces $720 million in investment
Tue, 19th Jan 2021
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software development
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investment
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thoughtworks
The global software consultancy received funds from GIC, Siemens AG, Fidelity Management, Research LLC and Mubadala Investment Company.

Investment in AI and nanotech surges in wake of COVID-19
Tue, 5th Jan 2021
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ai
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healthtech
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investment
The acceleration highlights wide recognition that the world cannot afford the human and economic cost of another pandemic.