Acquisitions abound in Aussie tech: These are the businesses changing hands
There's been a post-pandemic flurry of activity in Aussie tech, including more and more merger and acquisition announcements coming through.
“This is our life’s work”: Sydney startup Baraja raises $40 million to build next-gen LiDAR tech for self-driving cars
Sydney startup Baraja has secured $40 million to develop the second and third generation of its LiDAR tech for autonomous vehicles.
The startup funding round: Data mining, recruitment boom and yet more cash for Airwallex
This week's funding roundup includes a boost for Aussie unicorn Airwallex, which is continuing to build up its Series D round.
SecondQuarter Ventures closes $51 million for Australia’s first secondary fund
SecondQuarter Ventures has secured $51 million, offering a new route for releasing wealth for startup founders and early investors.
Airtasker goes public, with shares spiking 76% after delayed ASX debut
Airtasker is now publicly trading, after founder Tim Fung finally got his chance to ring the bell at the ASX following a 24-hour delay.
Aussie entrepreneur takes on Uber Eats and Deliveroo with commission-free food delivery platform
Aussie-owned startup Kneaded is taking on the likes of Uber Eats and Deliveroo with a platform that provides a fairer service to small businesses.
Neobank Volt continues “prudent and measured” approach to growth, through partnership with global fintech
Aussie neobank Volt has partnered with UK fintech Railsbank, to power up growth after a tricky few months in the sector.
Scale Investors’ new co-CEOs are on a mission to boost the “circular economy” of women in tech
Women-focused angel group Scale Investors has appointed two new co-chief executive officers, following the departure of Ariane Barker.
The startup funding round: Fintech frenzy continues, $50 million for cancer biotech, and Stripe’s $122 billion valuation
This week in startupland, we've seen dollars going into businesses at every end of the spectrum — from early-stage and up-an-coming players to global behemoths.
Aussie fintech Zeller secures $25 million, as it gears up to launch integrated finance solution for SMEs
Aussie fintech Zeller has secured $25 million in Series A funding, at just a year old and without a product on the market yet.
National Audit Office turns microscope on R&D Tax Incentive scheme
The Australian National Audit Office is examining the effectiveness of R&D Tax Incentive scheme, and public consultation is open.
March 4 Justice: Business leaders take to the streets, demanding the government sets a better example for women’s safety at work
Business leaders are picking up placards and taking to the streets to March 4 Justice, and encouraging employees and peers to join them.
