Remembering Tony Hsieh: How the former Zappos chief’s unusual leadership style defined a business
Former Zappos chief Tony Hsieh has died. He'll be remembered, in part, for an unusual leadership style that defined the business.
Particular Audience bags $1.8 million: How founder James Taylor has adapted to a changing e-commerce sector
E-commerce startup Particular Audience has bagged $4.7 million in fresh funding as it capitalises on a COVID-19-fuelled online retail boom.
Gaming, e-commerce and BNPL: Tech entrepreneurs dominate the AFR’s Young Rich List 2020
Tech entrepreneurs dominate the AFR's Young Rich List this year, as COVID-19 makes billionaires of some, and casts others out of the club.
Clare O’Neil: Innovation — and immigration — key to post-COVID-19 recovery
Labor's Clare O'Neil says innovation and technology are key to economic growth, and immigration will only strengthen the sector.
Victoria’s ‘game-changing’ tech budget brings much-needed capital for startups
Victoria's budget includes some questionable SME policies. But, for the startup and tech community, there is plenty to celebrate.
Perth-based Nuheara named in Time Magazine’s Best Inventions of 2020 list
Perth-based Nuheara has had one of its latest products named in Time Magazine’s list of the 100 best inventions of 2020.
Victorian government announces $25.7 million venture growth fund, as Treasurer laments great ideas “gone missing”
A new venture growth fund to be announced in today’s budget will see $25 million invested into Victoria's startup ecosystem.
Aussie video game industry calls for 30% tax offset, with backing from small business ombudsman Kate Carnell
The video game industry is calling on the federal government for a 30% tax offset, and small business ombudsman Kate Carnell is backing the sector.
Afterpay co-founder Nick Molnar reinstated at the fintech’s helm
Entrepreneur and self-made billionaire Nick Molnar has been reinstated as CEO and managing director at growing fintech Afterpay.
French social media startup bags $65 million to fuel growth in the Aussie market
Gen Z-focused social media startup Yubo is setting its sights on expansion Down Under, after securing a massive $65.2 million.
Riding the e-commerce wave: Aussie startup Marketplacer secures $20 million, and gears up for US expansion
Marketplacer has bagged $20 million for its tech helping traditional retailers (and new entrants) stay abreast of the e-commerce revolution.
ASIC report reveals troubling consequences of BNPL, with 20% of users skipping meals to make payments
According to ASIC, some users are suffering financial stress to make BNPL payments, even skipping meals or missing bills. But the regulator has not imposed any new rules.
