Meet Reel.Reviews, the video testimonial startup that’s boosting website conversions for leading e-commerce players
Video testimonial startup Reel.Reviews is helping some of Australia's fastest growing e-commerce startups boost their site traffic and conversions after just three months of operations.
The startup funding round: $34 million for medtech, Birchal hits a milestone, and one Giant Leap for impact investment
Today’s roundup includes funding for epilepsy health-tech, $31 million for an insurance-tech B Corp, AI for sustainable mining, and more.
Afterpay for refunds? Refundid raises $3 million for tech turning BNPL model on its head
Refundid has secured $3 million just six months after launch, for its tech striving to eliminate a lingering point of friction in e-commerce.
Kiwi startup Komodo raises $1.7 million to improve mental wellbeing in schools
We caught up with the founders of Komodo to talk about audacious dreams, strategic investors and the effect of COVID-19 on student wellbeing.
Xero introduces “vital” flexible working policy, as it embarks on a hiring spree
Xero's new flexible work policy comes in as the tech company embarks hiring drive, and could help it attract the best tech talent.
Camplify’s strong results show caravans are making a comeback: Why that’s good news for Aussie SMEs
While strong growth is clearly good for Camplify, it may also reflect a trend that’s bringing cash to small businesses in regional towns.
Quantum Brilliance bags $13.4 million as investors jump on an emerging opportunity in Aussie tech
Quantum Brilliance has secured $13.4 million in seed funding, as its founders set their sights on becoming Australia’s first quantum unicorn.
Here’s how The Lean Startup methodology is still holding up in 2021
Ten years after being released, SmartCompany Plus examines which strategies in The Lean Startup hold the most value for entrepreneurs today.
Online grocery trend heats up, as Woolies partners with Uber Eats and startup Send raises $3 million
COVID-19 has led increased demand for online grocery shopping and the emergence of faster delivery options.
Employee share schemes under the microscope for “complicated and restrictive” regime
A report has recommended big changes to taxation under employee share schemes, including making shares taxable only after they're sold.
Startmate applications spike during COVID-19, as chief Michael Batko unveils plans for a city of innovation
As the team unveils its ambitions for a 'Startmate City' of 1 million inhabitants, it’s becoming clear they’re only just getting started.
Startup founders give 12 reasons they think ventures fail. Here’s why they actually do
Startup founders say the number one reason for failure is a lack of capital. That doesn’t mean they’re right.
