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Finyoz & Currencycloud collaborate for innovative supply chain finance solutions
Supply Chain

Finyoz & Currencycloud collaborate for innovative supply chain finance solutions

Lendtech platform Finyoz partners with multi-currency specialists Currencycloud, aiming to modernise supply chain financing through innovative solutions.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Tue, 16th Apr 2024
Global investors anticipate impact of upcoming Bitcoin halving
Crypto

Global investors anticipate impact of upcoming Bitcoin halving

Investors worldwide are closely observing the coming Bitcoin 'halving', an anticipated event that will halve the miners' reward. This could possibly influence the cryptocurrency's economic impact by mimicking precious metal scarcity dynamics.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 10th Apr 2024
insytz fintech debuts, aiming to democratise international investment insight
Data Analytics

insytz fintech debuts, aiming to democratise international investment insight

New fintech insytz aims to democratise global market insights, providing a visually engaging, algorithm-driven platform for investors at all levels to grasp market trends easily.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 1st Apr 2024
Australia's growing love for cryptocurrency shakes investment norms
Data Protection

Australia's growing love for cryptocurrency shakes investment norms

In Australia, around 4.5 million citizens now own cryptocurrency, led by brokerage and asset management firm Caleb and Brown.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 29th Mar 2024
Payments Innovation Jury highlights global payment shift
Crypto

Payments Innovation Jury highlights global payment shift

The 2024 Payments Innovation Jury report notes damaging effects of major cryptocurrency failures on global market confidence.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Mar 2024
Bitcoin exceeds $72k mark, soaring to unprecedented high
Crypto

Bitcoin exceeds $72k mark, soaring to unprecedented high

Bitcoin's value has soared past $72,000 for the first time ever, fueled by increased acceptance of the cryptocurrency by influential financial institutions and the anticipation of the upcoming halving event.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 12th Mar 2024
IWD 2024: SocialFi is a new frontier – here's what you need to know
Crypto

IWD 2024: SocialFi is a new frontier – here's what you need to know

SocialFi, a blend of decentralised finance and social media, is gathering momentum, with platforms like KangaMoon and xNinja.Tech attracting thousands of users, and set to challenge traditional social media platforms.

By Magda Schmid-Debska • 3 min read • Fri, 8th Mar 2024
IWD 2024: The data behind the drive for gender equality in technology
Storage

IWD 2024: The data behind the drive for gender equality in technology

On this 49th International Women's Day, a top female tech leader addresses Australia's significant gender pay gap and advocates for action towards diversity, equality and inclusion.

By Amy Rushall • 6 min read • Thu, 7th Mar 2024
Crowdsourced funding in Australia holds steady in 2023
Health Technologies

Crowdsourced funding in Australia holds steady in 2023

Amidst overall funding decreases, crowdsourced funding in Australia remained steady in 2023, securing $71m for local businesses.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 30th Jan 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Mnaara.com launches as world's first fintech for Shariah-conscious investors
Fintech

Mnaara.com launches as world's first fintech for Shariah-conscious investors

London-based fintech, Mnaara, provides the world's first platform in accordance with specialised finance principles, granting direct access to global private equity funds.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 29th Apr 2024
Kiwi investors anticipate Bitcoin Halving boost, Binance study shows
Crypto

Kiwi investors anticipate Bitcoin Halving boost, Binance study shows

Binance study reveals high optimism among Kiwi investors over the potential boost in Bitcoin value amid its upcoming halving event and significant institutional investment.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Fri, 12th Apr 2024
Finkr launches to revolutionise fintech sector with visionary strategies
Fintech

Finkr launches to revolutionise fintech sector with visionary strategies

London's Finkr consultancy launches today, pledging to transform the fintech sector with its forward-thinking strategy and advanced tech solutions.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Fri, 22nd Mar 2024
Innovate UK hosts cyber security demo for top industry investors
Cybersecurity

Innovate UK hosts cyber security demo for top industry investors

Disruptive cyber security prototypes to be unveiled at Innovate UK's industry-leading CyberASAP Demo Day, offering investors a peek into the future of UK's cyber defence industry.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 14th Mar 2024
IWD 2024: Funding - The key to empowering female entrepreneurs in the UK
Government

IWD 2024: Funding - The key to empowering female entrepreneurs in the UK

As mere 2p in every £1 invested in early-stage UK businesses goes to women, the IWD 2024 focus is on addressing the disparity in funding for female entrepreneurs.

By Ali Skidmore • 5 min read • Fri, 8th Mar 2024
IWD 2024: Expert security insight from within the gaming industry
Gaming

IWD 2024: Expert security insight from within the gaming industry

The gaming industry must increase cybersecurity efforts amid growing threats; risks include data theft and game manipulation, leading to financial losses and a decrease in public trust, says Mindera's Gaming lead, Teresa Matos.

By Teresa Matos • 7 min read • Thu, 7th Mar 2024
IWD 2024: Breaking barriers: Building a brighter future for women in technology
EduTech

IWD 2024: Breaking barriers: Building a brighter future for women in technology

Despite improvements in attitudes towards equality, vast disparities persist in the tech industry's treatment of women, demanding urgent attention to investment, education, and mentorship.

By Lauren Swidenbank • 4 min read • Thu, 7th Mar 2024
Investment Association alerts UK investors of AI trading risks
Artificial Intelligence

Investment Association alerts UK investors of AI trading risks

UK's Investment Association cautions investors on relying solely on AI and trading bots for investments, noting the potential financial risks and cybersecurity vulnerabilities.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 2nd Feb 2024
Who the backers back: Why diversity in Australian VC funding portfolios should be made public
Software

Who the backers back: Why diversity in Australian VC funding portfolios should be made public

Diverse companies outperform less diverse peers, McKinsey report shows, prompting calls for Australian venture capital funds to publicly disclose diversity levels within their investment portfolios.

By Cate Hull • 4 min read • Tue, 30th Jan 2024