Startups stories - Page 16
Sydney-based fintech hub opens its doors
Wed, 26th Aug 2015
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data analytics
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fintech
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martech
Stone - Chalk, a fintech hub in Sydney, has opened its doors, welcoming 41 companies and aiming to boost Australia's fintech sector.
More investors turning to ed tech startups
Mon, 10th Aug 2015
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edutech
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financing
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education, learning & training
Education technology companies are receiving more backing than ever before, with venture-capital funding reaching $765 million in Q2 2015.
Intel to invest $800K in edtech startups
Fri, 7th Aug 2015
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edutech
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education, learning & training
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intel
Intel has selected eight startups to take part in its first Education Accelerator, and announced it is set to invest up to $100,000 in each.
Gartner dubs IBM leader in storage and backup space
Mon, 29th Jun 2015
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ibm
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analyst report
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startups
IBM has been named as a Leader in the 2015 Magic Quadrant for Enterprise Backup Software and Integrated Appliances.
Startup teaches children strategies for resisting ads and in-app purchases
Mon, 30th Mar 2015
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martech
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apps
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apple
In 2009, almost half of the top selling apps targeted young children, and 80% of top-selling educational apps in the iTunes store target children.
Polaroid-style prints for iPhone and Android in the works
Fri, 14th Nov 2014
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apple
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apple iphone
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kickstarter
French start-up Prynt is developing a smartphone case that doubles as a printer, allowing users to instantly print their photos.
Coming up: Startup Weekend Auckland November 2014
Mon, 29th Sep 2014
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edutech
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uc
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collaboration
Startup Weekends are 54-hour events designed to provide superior experiential education for technical and non-technical entrepreneurs.
Govt: New Vodafone HQ to anchor Christchurch Innovation Precinct
Wed, 4th Jun 2014
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uc
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government
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smb
Vodafone's new HQ will be the keystone of Christchurch's Innovation Precinct, set to transform the city into a hub for technology and growth.
Aspiring NZ entrepreneurs continue to raise the bar
Mon, 12th May 2014
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uc
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fintech
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financial systems
There is no shortage of aspiring entrepreneurs in New Zealand, as proved by the 21st Startup weekend held in Auckland over the weekend.
Startup and Twitter combine to unearth future talent
Mon, 3rd Feb 2014
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digital entertainment
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x
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digital music
Twitter collaborates with startup 300 Entertainment to revolutionize music discovery, aiming to spot future stars by analysing social media buzz.
Facebook tech boss to depart for start-up
Mon, 18th Jun 2012
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facebook
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cto
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startups
Facebook's tech chief Bret Taylor leaves for startup realm post-IPO, shaking the exec team as the firm rebounds from a rocky stock debut.
The terror of doing something different to succeed - Part One
Mon, 28th May 2012
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sales systems
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startups
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managing director
Jim's journey from the brink of failure to a remarkable 48% sales increase shows the power of overcoming the fear of change.
Could telecommuting work for your start up?
Mon, 5th Mar 2012
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hybrid & remote work
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productivity
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wfh
Start Up begins a new series looking at different ways you can use technology to get the most from your team while keeping costs down.
Crazy cuisine
Sun, 1st Jan 2012
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dans le noir
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startups
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founders
If you're looking to spice up your regular restaurant routine, check out this website dedicated to the most unusual restaurants in the world.
Sharing is caring for start-ups
Wed, 5th Oct 2011
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uc
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network infrastructure
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sdn
Small businesses are flocking to shared workspaces, a cost-effective move fostering networking and collaboration, says Wall Street Journal.