Entrepreneurship stories - Page 4
Global Tech Advocates celebrates decade of fostering innovation
Wed, 30th Apr 2025
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Global Tech Advocates celebrates 10 years in Copenhagen, unveiling the Global Launch Pad to boost tech firms amid evolving global challenges.
Finalists for 2025 AfricaTech Awards announced
Tue, 15th Apr 2025
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clean technologies
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
Tue, 15th Apr 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.
Why tech founders risk falling behind - fast
Thu, 10th Apr 2025
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education, learning & training
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
Thu, 10th Apr 2025
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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.
Series launches with USD $3m to revolutionise networking
Sun, 6th Apr 2025
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social 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.
PvX Partners secures USD $3.8m for app growth financing
Tue, 18th Mar 2025
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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
Mon, 17th Mar 2025
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supply chain
Small businesses in Australia and New Zealand show remarkable confidence in growth, leading global counterparts amid economic shifts, says a new report.
Markko Labs opens applications for next startup cohort
Wed, 12th Mar 2025
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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 eCommerce.
Tech firms champion women in tech ahead of IWD 2025
Sat, 8th Mar 2025
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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.
IWD 2025: The next billion users - Why Women will shape the future of Fintech
Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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As women increasingly shape financial landscapes, fintech firms have a crucial opportunity to design tailored solutions that meet their unique needs and aspirations.
UK fintech Lenkie raises GBP £49m to boost SME financing
Wed, 5th Mar 2025
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UK fintech Lenkie has secured GBP £49 million in Series A funding, aiming to transform payables financing for SMEs amid a £22 billion funding gap.
Why Australia needs more female entrepreneurs in eCommerce
Mon, 3rd Mar 2025
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As International Women's Day approaches, Australia faces a stark need for more female entrepreneurs in eCommerce, where they remain critically underrepresented.
SimCare AI raises USD $2m to enhance training platform
Fri, 28th Feb 2025
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telehealth
SimCare AI has secured USD $2 million in seed funding to enhance its innovative AI-based healthcare simulation platform aimed at revolutionising clinical training.
Disrupt.com announces USD $100m boost for AI startups
Thu, 27th Feb 2025
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Dubai's Disrupt.com has unveiled plans to invest USD $100 million in AI startups globally, aiming to boost technological growth amid a challenging funding landscape.
From Unicorns to Underdogs: How cognitive diversity could be the catalyst for making change that matters
Tue, 25th Feb 2025
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partner programmes
Cognitive diversity has emerged as a pivotal factor in transforming businesses from Underdogs to Unicorns, enabling teams to solve complex problems effectively.
TalentLMS launches skills programme for female SMBs
Tue, 25th Feb 2025
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partner programmes
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business strategy
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entrepreneurship
TalentLMS has launched a Skills Accelerator Program aimed at empowering women-owned businesses with complimentary access to training resources for a year.
Ken Cheung named chairman for Asia Pacific at CCV
Fri, 21st Feb 2025
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intellectual property
Ken Cheung has been appointed Chairman for Asia Pacific at Creative Capital Ventures, signalling a strong push into the region with a new €50 million fund.
EY & Microsoft launch AI Skills Passport for students
Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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EY and Microsoft have unveiled the AI Skills Passport, a free online course aimed at empowering students aged 16 and above with essential AI skills by 2025.
Indosat & Wadhwani unite to empower Indonesian youth
Wed, 5th Feb 2025
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digital economy
Indosat has forged a three-year partnership with Wadhwani Foundation to enhance digital skills for one million Indonesian youths and nurture over 100,000 entrepreneurs.