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Why are your grandma and little brother buying Bitcoin?
Crypto

Why are your grandma and little brother buying Bitcoin?

Bitcoin's cross-generational allure skyrockets as both Boomers and Gen Alpha seek control and financial independence amid rising distrust in traditional investments.

By Janine Grainger • 4 min read • Mon, 12th Aug 2024

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Investment stories

SleekFlow secures USD $7 million in Series A+ funding round
Customer Experience

SleekFlow secures USD $7 million in Series A+ funding round

SleekFlow secures USD $7 million in Series A+ funding led by Atinum Investment, pushing its total to USD $15 million to fuel global expansion and AI advancements.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 23rd Aug 2024
Fresha secures $31 million from J.P. Morgan for expansion
Marketing Technologies

Fresha secures $31 million from J.P. Morgan for expansion

Fresha secures a $31 million venture debt facility from J.P. Morgan to fuel expansion, enhance AI capabilities, and support new market entries.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 23rd Aug 2024
MicroLED revolution: The bright future of automotive displays and lighting
Cartech

MicroLED revolution: The bright future of automotive displays and lighting

MicroLED technology is set to revolutionise automotive displays and lighting, offering superior brightness, durability, and energy efficiency for safer driving.

By Mark Zeinstra • 3 min read • Thu, 22nd Aug 2024
Exclusive: Rimini Street's CEO on navigating IT challenges
Investment

Exclusive: Rimini Street's CEO on navigating IT challenges

Rimini Street CEO Seth Ravin has discussed the company's rise and strategies to help clients optimise IT budgets amidst economic pressures.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Mon, 19th Aug 2024
CVC acquires significant stake in global software firm Epicor
Software-as-a-Service

CVC acquires significant stake in global software firm Epicor

CD&R and CVC will co-own Epicor, a leader in enterprise SaaS, under a new agreement enhancing SaaS migration and global expansion; financial terms undisclosed.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 16th Aug 2024
How GenAIxOps revolutionises modern IT operations management and drives business success
EduTech

How GenAIxOps revolutionises modern IT operations management and drives business success

GenAIxOps unites generative AI, AIOps, and cross-domain observability, revolutionising IT operations for businesses, boosting efficiency, security, and cost savings.

By Karthik Sj • 5 min read • Mon, 12th Aug 2024
Rich Data Co secures USD $9 million for North America expansion
Risk & Compliance

Rich Data Co secures USD $9 million for North America expansion

Rich Data Co secures USD $9 million boost from Acorn Capital, elevating total Series B funding to USD $37 million. Funds to drive North America expansion.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 8th Aug 2024

Stories from Other Regions

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IDHL doubles office space in Leeds with new 10-year lease
Unified Communications

IDHL doubles office space in Leeds with new 10-year lease

IDHL moves into a 9,600 sq ft space at 10 South Parade, Leeds, with a new 10-year lease, doubling its office size to support its 400-strong workforce.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Tue, 3rd Sep 2024
How financial wellness programs can help companies save big
Human Capital Management

How financial wellness programs can help companies save big

Implementing financial wellness programs can help Australian companies save significantly by reducing absenteeism and staff turnover, boosting productivity.

By Nicole Kelly • 4 min read • Thu, 29th Aug 2024
Unlocking AI: Strategic moves to revolutionise the food sector
Robotics

Unlocking AI: Strategic moves to revolutionise the food sector

Australia's food sector eyes AI to boost efficiency and transparency. While major firms embrace AI, smaller players need strategic guidance to leverage its benefits.

By Todd Redwood • 5 min read • Tue, 27th Aug 2024
Easy Crypto launches new wallet for Australian investors
Crypto

Easy Crypto launches new wallet for Australian investors

Easy Crypto debuts a new wallet for Australian investors, simplifying crypto trading and storage for beginners with advanced security features.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 22nd Aug 2024
HSBC & Singlife top customer experience in Singapore study
Customer Experience

HSBC & Singlife top customer experience in Singapore study

HSBC and Singlife lead in customer experience in banking, investments, and insurance, says Forrester's 2024 Singapore CX Index.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 22nd Aug 2024
LG invests USD $10 million in SBVA's Alpha Intelligence Fund
Artificial Intelligence

LG invests USD $10 million in SBVA's Alpha Intelligence Fund

LG Electronics pledges USD $10 million to SBVA's Alpha Intelligence Fund, targeting AI and deep-tech startup growth and future business innovation.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 22nd Aug 2024
Princeton Digital acquires Yahoo's Singapore data centre SG3
Yahoo

Princeton Digital acquires Yahoo's Singapore data centre SG3

Princeton Digital Group has acquired Yahoo's SG3 data centre in Singapore, strengthening its infrastructure and expanding its footprint in the region.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Fri, 16th Aug 2024
How will Labour address UK's innovation challenges?
Leadership

How will Labour address UK's innovation challenges?

Experts are weighing in on how the UK Labour government might address the nation's innovation challenges, and what it means for businesses.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 9th Aug 2024
Optimising your start-to-scale business's tech stack For financial operations
Human Capital Management

Optimising your start-to-scale business's tech stack For financial operations

Optimising your business's financial tech stack is crucial as you transition from startup to scale-up, ensuring efficiency, scalability, and compliance.

By Aaron Seeto • 5 min read • Thu, 8th Aug 2024