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Kiwi Stories

Investment stories

NZ business at risk of innovation decline without proper investment

Planned technology investments will focus on security and risk management and building out data and analytics capabilities.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 16th Jul 2021

Investment

Budget 2021: Govt backs digital skills training for small & medium businesses

Budget 2021 allocates $44m over 2 years to support New Zealand's Digital Boost program for small and medium businesses.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 21st May 2021

PwC

NZ startups show strong growth despite COVID-19 challenges

New Zealand startup investment has grown and matured despite the challenges of COVID-19, according to a report from PwC and the Angel Association.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 4 min read • Fri, 16th Apr 2021

Global Stories

Investment stories

Health Technologies

TBM Council establishes APAC chapter to promote smarter tech spend

TBM Council forms APAC chapter, appoints Regional Advisory Board from financial and technology executives in Australia and Singapore.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 1st Oct 2021

Application Security

Snyk hits new milestone with $530m investment round

Development security platform Snyk has raised $530m in its Series F funding round, bringing its valuation to $8.5bn.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 13th Sep 2021

Artificial Intelligence

New artificial intelligence application attracts 100 investors in first week of launch

New AI tool GetMee aims to tackle declining communication skills caused by the pandemic. Over 100 investors back the launch.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 1st Sep 2021

Digital Transformation

Apptio extends ServiceNow integration, empowers smarter IT decision making

Apptio unveils certified solution in ServiceNow Store to enhance IT decision making, providing real-time view of tech costs.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Aug 2021

Partner Programmes

Acoustic announces latest developments for high growth Aus market

Acoustic expands Australian offices and launches cloud-based data center as part of growth strategy, says CEO.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 9th Aug 2021

Investment

Virsec hits $137 million investment milestone after latest round

Virsec raises $100m in Series C funding from industry players and company builders, bringing total funding to $137m.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 22nd Jul 2021

Digital Transformation

Digitisation drives optimism for APAC's construction sector

Digital transformation is driving optimism and opportunities for APAC construction sector, according to new research by InEight.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 15th Jul 2021

Marketing Technologies

Martech firm Mutiny attracts $12m pre-money valuation from investors

Melbourne-based martech firm Mutiny has confirmed investment from former Clemenger BBDO executive Nick Garrett and advisory guru Andrew 'Billy' Baxter.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 1st Jul 2021

Chief Financial Officer

Over 80% of CFOs plan on expanding investment into digitalisation

New research from Gartner reveals that 82% of finance leaders plan to increase investment in their company's digital capabilities this year.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 28th Jun 2021

Digital Transformation

Accenture examines the future of business in the cloud

The cloud has evolved into a technology behemoth and is now in its prime time, according to Accenture ANZ cloud first lead Matt Coates.

By Sara Barker • 4 min read • Tue, 15th Jun 2021

Multi-cloud

ExtraHop acquired by Bain Capital and Crosspoint Capital for US$900M

ExtraHop, a leading player in network detection and response, is set to be acquired by Bain Capital and Crosspoint Capital in a $900m deal.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 10th Jun 2021

Investment

Leader, Leapfrogger, or Laggard? The 3 types of business & how to get ahead

Investment in technology is a crucial factor in a company's survival post-COVID, says a report from Accenture.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 27th May 2021

Artificial Intelligence

Healthcare leaders opt for 'pragmatic' approach to care as DX falls behind

COVID-19 and staff shortages are hindering the evolution of healthcare in the Asia Pacific region, according to a survey of global healthcare leaders.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 12th May 2021