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UK tech leader confidence drops amid economic uncertainty
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Confidence among UK tech leaders has dipped, with 61% viewing conditions as neutral or poor, though 84% plan investments in AI and innovation next year.
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Global X launches China Tech ETF on ASX for local investors
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Global X launches the DRGN ETF on ASX, giving Australians targeted exposure to 20 leading Chinese tech companies, focusing on AI, automation, and semiconductors.
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Primer expands in APAC with Singapore launch, new tools
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Primer has incorporated in Singapore, boosting its Asia-Pacific presence with a 239% rise in payment volume and new initiatives for startups.
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AppSignal secures $22 million to drive US & EU growth
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AppSignal raises $22 million in Series A to accelerate growth in the US and Europe, appointing Brandon Swalve as new CEO and opening a US office.
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Vividobots raises INR 1.47 Crores to boost high-rise automation
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Chennai-based startup Vividobots has raised INR ₹1.47 Crores to develop AI-powered robots for safer, more efficient high-rise building maintenance.
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Excite raises AUD $2.8 million to expand cyber security training
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Excite Technology Services raises AUD $2.8 million to boost cyber security growth, funding its advanced digital forensics training centre and offensive security services.
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WorkBuzz secures GBP £4 million to boost AI & global expansion
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YFM Equity Partners boosts investment in WorkBuzz to GBP £8.8m as the platform's revenue nears GBP £5m, backing AI-driven employee engagement growth.
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Intralink opens offices in India to drive cross-border growth
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Intralink opens offices in New Delhi and Mumbai, appointing new leaders to boost cross-border business in India’s fast-growing market.
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Global X launches first AI infrastructure ETF in Australia
Wed, 30th Apr 2025
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Global X launches Australia's first AI infrastructure ETF, AINF, targeting firms in data centres, energy, and raw materials amid rising AI demand.
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NetFoundry gains USD $12 million funding for secure networking
Tue, 29th Apr 2025
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NetFoundry has raised USD $12 million in venture capital led by SYN Ventures, advancing its military-grade software-defined secure networking platform.
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Princeton Digital opens USD $1 billion AI data centre in Saitama
Mon, 28th Apr 2025
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Princeton Digital Group has unveiled its USD $1 billion TY1 campus in Saitama City, a state-of-the-art data centre designed to support high-performance AI computing.
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Lack of employee skills threatens value of AI investments
Mon, 28th Apr 2025
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New research reveals that 92% of IT leaders warn lack of employee digital readiness risks undermining $644bn Generative AI investments worldwide.
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Indonesian firms introduce AI platform for faster ESG reporting
Mon, 28th Apr 2025
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MVGX and BDO Indonesia launch an AI-driven platform to halve time, cut costs, and boost accuracy in sustainability reporting for Indonesian firms.
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Raising capital? Here’s why some pitches fly and others flop
Mon, 28th Apr 2025
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Insight Investor Relations unveils the 5P Pitch Framework, guiding tech founders in New Zealand to craft compelling pitches and secure funding effectively.
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QuikBot strengthens leadership for global autonomous growth
Mon, 21st Apr 2025
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QuikBot Technologies appoints three senior executives to bolster leadership and attract capital for expanding its autonomous urban logistics platform globally.
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CData unveils cloud service after $350 million backing
Fri, 18th Apr 2025
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CData Software's new cloud-based service expands data connectivity for software firms, following $350m investment and Gartner Magic Quadrant recognition.
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Australia's cyber sector grows amid increasing attack risks
Fri, 18th Apr 2025
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A new report reveals Australia's cyber security sector thrived amid rising attack threats, generating AUD $6.13 billion in revenue and employing over 137,000 people.
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Australian firms grow wary of AI yet boost digital focus
Thu, 17th Apr 2025
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Autodesk's report shows Australian building and design leaders face cost, talent challenges, with AI optimism dipping amid high living costs and inflation in 2024.
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Audit reform urged to strengthen UK's digital resilience
Thu, 17th Apr 2025
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ISACA and CIIA urge UK Government to expedite audit reform legislation to bolster digital resilience amid rising cyber threats and economic risks.
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Kai's Education raises NZD $1.5m to fuel US expansion
Thu, 17th Apr 2025
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Kai's Education has raised NZD $1.5m to expand its unique screen-free coding tools for neurodiverse learners in US schools, aiming for NZD $2.346m.