‘Global and powerful’: Past Ambassador for Women’s Entrepreneurship Day reflects on women’s achievements
Five years after launching Inspiring Rare Birds, Jo Burston has achieved a lot. But, she says there's more to be done.
“They can bring about a change”: Epic Games drags Apple to court, and Aussie startups are watching closely
Fortnite creator Epic Games has confronted Apple in the Australian Federal Court, and Aussie startups are cheering from the sidelines.
Human-centred design: What startups can learn from the US Air Force’s computer modelling and simulation breakthrough
The US Air Force has designed and tested a new Red Hawk aircraft to operational level using just computer modelling and simulation.
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.
What can China’s beloved electric vehicle maker NIO learn from Tesla?
Founded in 2014, NIO is one of a number of Chinese companies racing to become a leader in the design and manufacture of EVs.
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.
“Australia is playing catch up”: Heaps Normal bags $1.3 million, as investors get ahead of the booze-free beer trend
Aussie alcohol-free beer startup Heaps Normal has bagged $1.3 million in funding from an eclectic group of Aussie angel investors.
Vic government launches $1,200 grants to help SMEs go digital: Here’s what you need to know
The Victorian government has unveiled the details of its $20 million Small Business Digital Adaptation Program, offering rebates of $1,200.
Four ways to replace serendipitous conversations in the virtual world
While many managers are lamenting the death of serendipitous conversations due to remote working, there are virtual alternatives.
If 2020 has taught us anything, it’s that businesses often operate in a landscape of uncertainty. So how can business owners and startup founders keep investing in their companies, taking risks and moving forward, when they don’t know what is around the corner?
"While all this external uncertainty creates more problems, it also creates more opportunities," says :Different co-founder Ruwin Perera.
