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‘AI isn’t the only revolution underway’: Visiting Entrepreneur Program explores new tech crossroads

Mia Erickson - June 6, 2023 3 MIN READ

From networking events and panel discussions to fireside chats and an eye-opening workshop, the City of Sydney’s Visiting Entrepreneur Program is tackling the most topical conversations in tech, from AI to sustainability. This month, Sydney will bring together some of the world’s leading global entrepreneurs and tech experts for its annual program of free events… Read more »

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17 seriously cool (and free!) tech talks from the City of Sydney’s visiting entrepreneur program

Simon Thomsen - June 15, 2022 5 MIN READ

Leading global thinkers and local innovators will put their heads together to debate what the future might look like for cities, technology and innovation from next week as part of the City of Sydney’s annual visiting entrepreneur program. The 10-day program, titled A Future TBD, kicks off on June 22, and features 11 future technology… Read more »

visting entrepreneur program sydney featuring dr cathy foley and po bronson

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Sydney is leading a global tech revolution and here’s how you can be a part of it

Adam Bub - May 20, 2021 4 MIN READ

From personalising stem-celled derived therapies to revolutionising drug discovery and cyber security, Sydney is stepping into the global spotlight with transformative technologies that will reshape our world. This June, you’re invited to meet the entrepreneurs and startups behind these boundary-pushing ideas. Transformative technologies refers to new tech innovations that solve scientific problems in our daily… Read more »

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Why 2019 will see the world “rationalise” its expectations for artificial intelligence

How Silicon Valley giant Udacity turned its business on its head to adapt its product for the Chinese market

City of Sydney partners with Investible to run Retail Innovation Program

Gina Baldassarre - February 6, 2019 2 MIN READ

The City of Sydney has partnered with Investible to run a Retail Innovation Program, an accelerator program aimed at helping traditional bricks and mortar retailers get online.

News

City of Sydney launches Global Sydney Landing Pad program

Cec Busby - September 28, 2018 < 1 MIN READ

The Global Sydney Landing Pad Program will be developed and coordinated by Haymarket HQ, Australia’s only Asia-focused innovation hub, supporting businesses looking to expand and invest into Sydney.

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Who should City of Sydney bring out for the Visiting Entrepreneur Program next?

Mat Beeche - June 19, 2018 < 1 MIN READ

Advice

How bikeshare startup Mobike approached its expansion into Australia

Gina Baldassarre - January 8, 2018 5 MIN READ

Despite the skepticism before being converted to the wonders of cycling in Singapore, Mina Nada firmly believes bike sharing can come to make up a key piece of Sydney’s transport infrastructure.

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Five minutes with Crunchbase CEO, Jager McConnell

Gina Baldassarre - November 28, 2017 5 MIN READ

Jager McConnell is the CEO of Crunchbase, the leading platform used by millions of entrepreneurs and investors looking to discover innovative companies and the people behind them. Jager joined Crunchbase after it spun out from AOL, a move that was announced at TechCrunch Disrupt in 2015. Prior to joining Crunchbase, Jager spent 11 years at… Read more »

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Why Silicon Valley veteran Marcus Segal is heading to Sydney to share his insights with local founders

Startup Daily - November 24, 2017 4 MIN READ

Ask any startup founder how important it is to have successful entrepreneurs and tech veterans around them to share their insights and experiences, and they will tell you it’s crucial. When it comes to mentors who have a wealth of insights to share, it’s hard to go past Marcus Segal, who Sydney entrepreneurs will get… Read more »

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How Sydney’s startup ecosystem is working to climb up the global rankings

Startup Daily - November 20, 2017 3 MIN READ

Sydney can go head to head with any international city when it comes to lifestyle, culture, education, and a whole host of other features, given it’s regularly ranked in the top 10 of the World’s Most Liveable Cities index. Of course, it’s also home to a couple of globally recognised icons that also do their… Read more »

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City of Melbourne releases Startup Action Plan to support local startup sector

James Ward - June 21, 2017 2 MIN READ

The City of Melbourne has today released its Startup Action Plan, a series of recommendations aimed at bolstering Melbourne’s startup scene.

Advice

Sydney app Fixit helps users report problems to authorities to get them fixed faster

Gina Baldassarre - November 1, 2016 3 MIN READ

Fixit helps users communicate problems to authorities – whether it’s citizens reporting issues to their local council, or staff reporting a malfunctioning printer to IT – to get them fixed.

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City of Sydney acknowledges regional city Wagga Wagga for its support of startups and innovation

Liz Leigh - October 26, 2016 < 1 MIN READ

At the first sitting of the newly formed City of Sydney Council on Monday night, a motion was passed that will allow regional communities throughout New South Wales to benefit from a knowledge sharing initiative when it comes to tech startups.

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