Stephanie Palmer-Derrien

Commissioner of Taxation Chris Jordan called out "unacceptable" behaviour from small business operators that continue to avoid their tax obligations, saying there is "no licence to not pay tax" in Australia.

Alcohol marketplace Kaddy has been acquired by ASX-listed Digital Wine Ventures, parent company of WineDepot. But founder Rich Coombes is "just getting started".

Eco-startup Zero Co secured $11 million in new funding and broke a ream of records in the process this week. But this success is indicative of a broader trend in Aussie startups, with sustainability at its core.

The fintech and cryptocurrency community in Australia has welcomed the prospect of more regulation in the sector, saying it brings much-needed clarity.

Australian women-only rideshare business Shebah fell through the cracks in COVID-19 business support and struggled to attract backing from the VC sector or the government.

Who Gives a Crap has launched a limited edition coffee product. Because if anything will get you using more loo roll, it’s a steaming cup of Joe.

As hospitality venues start to emerge from lockdown, two startups have raised funds to help them boost efficiency post-pandemic.

Activity in Australia mergers and acquisitions is continuing to ramp up, and with news emerging today of CitrusAd’s $200 million sale, valuations are on the rise too.

The partnership allows Parpera to offer an entirely app-based, mobile business solution, including access to a Volt bank account and business debit card.

For many businesses, the reopening announcement has had the phones ringing off the hook, as keen consumers try to book drinks with friends and long-awaited haircuts.

We may not have seen $100 million deals this week, but the volume of smaller raises coming through indicates a strong startup ecosystem.

Women took home this year's Finnies Awards for outstanding fintech leaders of the year, emerging fintech leader of the year, and more.