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Why Australia needs more female entrepreneurs in eCommerce
International Women's Day

Why Australia needs more female entrepreneurs in eCommerce

As International Women's Day approaches, Australia faces a stark need for more female entrepreneurs in eCommerce, where they remain critically underrepresented.

By Kit Yau • 4 min read • Mon, 3rd Mar 2025
Rachael Hedges shares insights on thriving in tech world
Massey University

Rachael Hedges shares insights on thriving in tech world

Rachael Hedges, Managing Director of Versed, shares her journey navigating the male-dominated tech industry, emphasising the importance of communication skills.

By Rachael Hedges • 4 min read • Mon, 3rd Mar 2025
Ed Keisling appointed Progress' Chief AI officer
Artificial Intelligence

Ed Keisling appointed Progress' Chief AI officer

Progress has appointed Ed Keisling as its Chief AI Officer, focusing on driving AI strategy and enhancing digital offerings to meet customer needs.

By Moritz Florian • 2 min read • Fri, 28th Feb 2025
Leaders stress action for gender equality ahead of International Women's Day
Artificial Intelligence

Leaders stress action for gender equality ahead of International Women's Day

As International Women's Day approaches, leaders stress the urgent need to accelerate action towards gender equality, warning it may take until 2158 to achieve parity.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Feb 2025
TCS partners with MassRobotics to boost North American innovation
Artificial Intelligence

TCS partners with MassRobotics to boost North American innovation

Tata Consultancy Services has teamed up with MassRobotics to boost robotics innovation in North America, opening a Boston base to collaborate with startups and academia.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 21st Feb 2025
OutSystems launches AI Mentor to revolutionise app development
Digital Transformation

OutSystems launches AI Mentor to revolutionise app development

OutSystems has launched Mentor, an AI-powered tool on its Developer Cloud, streamlining app development and reducing SDLC time for businesses.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 3rd Feb 2025
Vistage reports fall in UK & Ireland SME confidence
Leadership

Vistage reports fall in UK & Ireland SME confidence

Vistage reports a shocking drop in SME confidence across the UK and Ireland, with leaders now wary of profitability amidst declining economic conditions.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 30th Jan 2025
Vistage appoints Rebecca Drew amid confidence dip
Small and Medium Enterprise

Vistage appoints Rebecca Drew amid confidence dip

Vistage's latest SME Confidence Index reveals a significant decline in economic optimism, coinciding with the appointment of Rebecca Drew as Managing Director.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 29th Jan 2025
Exclusive: Phase One Ventures share tips on Kiwi startups navigating the US market
Unified Communications

Exclusive: Phase One Ventures share tips on Kiwi startups navigating the US market

Mahesh Muralidhar, founder of Phase One Ventures, shares insights for Kiwi startups eyeing the US market, highlighting the unique resilience of New Zealand entrepreneurs.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Tue, 28th Jan 2025
Vectra AI launches global scholarship in AI & cyber
EduTech

Vectra AI launches global scholarship in AI & cyber

Vectra AI has unveiled the Vectra AI Scholars Program, offering scholarships and mentorship to inspire the next generation in AI and cybersecurity.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 17th Jan 2025
Vectra AI launches global scholarship for cybersecurity skills
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Vectra AI launches global scholarship for cybersecurity skills

Vectra AI has launched the Vectra AI Scholars Programme to tackle the cybersecurity skills shortage, inviting students globally to innovate using AI against cyber threats.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 15th Jan 2025
PepsiCo launches sustainability accelerator for A/NZ startups
Unified Communications

PepsiCo launches sustainability accelerator for A/NZ startups

PepsiCo has launched its third Greenhouse Accelerator Program in Asia Pacific, inviting A/NZ startups to apply for equity-free grants of USD $20,000 and more.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 9th Jan 2025
CISO of Cequence sets 2023 goals focusing on security growth
Cybersecurity

CISO of Cequence sets 2023 goals focusing on security growth

Randolph Barr, CISO at Cequence, sets ambitious 2023 goals to enhance security communication, engage with the security community, and support talent in the Philippines.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 23rd Dec 2024

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Sponsorship - the secret to supercharging your career
International Women's Day

Sponsorship - the secret to supercharging your career

Sponsorship, not luck, often drives successful careers, as one board-level director reflects on the pivotal moments that shaped her ascent.

By Nicki Bowman • 7 min read • Mon, 3rd Mar 2025
Markko reports record growth with GBP £500,000 revenue
Software-as-a-Service

Markko reports record growth with GBP £500,000 revenue

Markko has reported record growth, achieving annual recurring revenue of GBP £500,000 and supporting 15 live marketplaces amid rising demand for its platform.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Wed, 19th Feb 2025
Khuda Family donates $100m to boost women in STEM
EduTech

Khuda Family donates $100m to boost women in STEM

A $100 million donation from the Khuda Family Foundation will support a groundbreaking 20-year programme at the University of Sydney to boost girls' participation in STEM.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 6th Feb 2025
Jane Frankland awarded MBE for cyber security advocacy
Cybersecurity

Jane Frankland awarded MBE for cyber security advocacy

Jane Frankland, a leading advocate for women in cyber security, has been honoured with an MBE for her significant contributions to the field.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 9th Jan 2025