Startups

Renewable energy has never been a hotter topic. But back in 2015 Brighte founder Katherine McConnell had already seen the opportunity, and was willing to bet her house on it.

According to these investors, Scott Morrison's pitch for net-zero emissions by 2050 wouldn't have got him far in the boardroom.

When Charlotte Petris launched Timelio in 2015, fintech was barely a word. Now, she's at the forefront of the invoice financing boom.

Aussie fintech Superhero has secured another $15 million in funding, bringing the total amount it has pocketed in the past six months to $40 million.

The RBA said BNPL providers should not be able to prevent retailers from passing on the costs, in a decision marking a change of tune for the bank and a change of direction for the whole industry.

Alcohol marketplace Kaddy has been acquired by ASX-listed Digital Wine Ventures, parent company of WineDepot. But founder Rich Coombes is "just getting started".

Eco-startup Zero Co secured $11 million in new funding and broke a ream of records in the process this week. But this success is indicative of a broader trend in Aussie startups, with sustainability at its core.

The fintech and cryptocurrency community in Australia has welcomed the prospect of more regulation in the sector, saying it brings much-needed clarity.

Startups and small-to-medium enterprises that pitch innovative regtech solutions to the government that help streamline the use of trades licenses can win up to $675,000 in grants. 

Australian women-only rideshare business Shebah fell through the cracks in COVID-19 business support and struggled to attract backing from the VC sector or the government.

Who Gives a Crap has launched a limited edition coffee product. Because if anything will get you using more loo roll, it’s a steaming cup of Joe.

As hospitality venues start to emerge from lockdown, two startups have raised funds to help them boost efficiency post-pandemic.