Opportunities remain for further adoption of tech tools among SMB retailers, report finds
38 percent of retailers remain exclusively bricks and mortar, according to a report from the Australian Retailers Association (ARA).
38 percent of retailers remain exclusively bricks and mortar, according to a report from the Australian Retailers Association (ARA).
With a growing number of startups working within the insurance space, industry association Fintech Australia is today launching Insurtech Australia as a standalone division focused on representing insurtech startups and others working within the space. The launch of the body, which is supported by partners including QBE, Suncorp, and IAG, comes as data from CB… Read more »
Of the 100 names on this year’s Young Rich List, published by the AFR, exactly half of them made their wealth in the finance and tech sectors.
The South Australian Government is calling for applications from global accelerator and incubators to manage local programs as part of the state government’s recently-announced $4 million Space Innovation Fund. According to Martin Hamilton-Smith, Minister for Defence and Space Industries, the Fund will support a Space Incubator Program and Space Accelerator Program with $900,000 in funding… Read more »
Given construction operates with some of the thinnest profit margins of any industry, startups have little hope of disrupting established players in the space, but there is significant scope for ‘constructiontech’ companies to add value to the sector locally by working with established players, a report has found. Produced by StartupAUS in conjunction with the… Read more »
Sydney-founded home services marketplace UrbanYou has announced the acquisition of HomeHello, an on-demand marketplace for customers seeking domestic cleaning services, for an undisclosed fee.
Melbourne-based online furniture retailer Brosa has announced the closing of a $5 million Series B round, with funding coming from existing backer AirTree Ventures, BMY Group, and Bailador Technology Investments.
Scott Morrison warned today that the tech sector must do more to explain the benefits of leveraging technology to wider Australia.
InsurTech has been pinned as a growing industry thanks to claim and drone startups, although it is faced with fundamental challenges, according to a report.
Alibaba Group’s has partnered with Chemist Warehouse, Blackmores, Swisse and Sanofi Consumer Healthcare to boost the profile of health products in China.
NAB Foundation has announced that it has opened applications for its second round of its 2017 grants, focusing on regional sustainability.
SparkLabs Groups has partnered with the NSW Government to launch Cultiv8, an accelerator targeting food and agtech startups.
The crowdfunding platform has currently frozen their access to the funds they raised until they reveal their identity.
The ABC has announced the release of ABC Listen, a new app centred around providing listeners an easier way to access radio shows and podcasting content.
The Federal Government has today revealed a new legislative package that will allow private companies to access equity crowdfunding.