“Now is not the time to be timid”: We need to kick-start innovation in Australia
It is time for Australia to become more ambitious, prioritise innovation and start transforming our economy. Now is not the time to be timid.
“Bloody smart people”: It’s up to startups to tackle climate change, and bring jobs to regional Australia
The Morrison government may not be as committed to tackling climate change as many would hope, but that doesn’t mean there’s nothing we can do.
“We have a lot to lose”: New fintech minister is a welcome nod to profitable startup sector, but there’s more to be done
The appointment of Senator Jane Hume as fintech minister is being hailed as a nod to the startup sector, or at least a large section of it.
Call for independent watchdog to monitor NZ government use of artificial intelligence
New Zealand is a leader in government use of artificial intelligence, but there are three important issues at play regarding transparency.
“Marketing fluff”: What startups can learn from Canva’s data-breach response
Aussie unicorn Canva is facing criticism over its handling of a data breach that saw the theft of details of 139 million users.
A unicorn a year: More than 50 Australian startups founded since 2011 are valued over $100 million
Today, 52 companies founded by Australians since 2011 are worth more than $100 million. Fourteen companies are worth more than $500 million.
“There needs to be balance”: No need for lengthy consultation with tech sector, says industry minister Karen Andrews
Minister of Industry, Science and Technology Karen Andrews has pledged her support for the startup sector in the next government.
Doggos of startupland: Should your startup have an office pup?
We asked startup founders how they feel about office dogs, and other animal employees. And seriously. Startupland loves dogs.
How augmented reality can motivate and assist employees to develop their skills
The future of learning and development in the workplace is becoming inextricably connected and immersed in technology learning systems.
‘We won’t be ignored’: How startups can get innovation back on the political agenda
In startupland, Saturday's election saw some founders facing the prospect of more anti-tech policy, and a lack of focus on innovation.
Election 2019: A policy guide for startups
It's federal election time, and if you’re on the fence, or wondering which PM will boost your startup, we’ve got everything you need to know right here.
More scientists turned startup founders means fewer Theranos-level failures, according to CSIRO’s David Burt
Getting more scientists founding startups will lead to fewer business failures such as the infamous Theranos collapse, according to CSIRO’s ON accelerator founder David Burt.
