Ed Husic’s internal start-up battle
[1] Labor’s start-ups and digital innovation spokesman Ed Husic stated that the ALP requires a new set of innovation policies to outshine Malcolm Turnbull. [2] Husic’s suggestions are a...
Australian cricket captain Steve Smith backs start-up ahead of $5M raising
[1]Australian cricket captain Steve backed online retailer Koala Mattress. [2] The startup boasts of a unique and cutting-edge technology for bed mattresses. [3] Since their launch in November, the ...
IAG is the latest big Australian company to create a startup funding unit
[1] In order to purchase stakes from tech companies, Insurance Australia Group is setting up funds. [2] Developed in 2014, IAG Ventures will be utilized for the placement of the new startup fund. [3]...
A big US fintech startup just launched in Australia that turns pocket change into investments
[1] After conducting a successful trial with 22,000 people, US fintech startup Acorns Grow launched in Australia. [2] There services are aimed at having an easier and less pricey way into the sharemar...
From ballet dancer to chief executive: How Alexandra Mills helped grow AussieCommerce into a $100 million business
[1] Alexandra Mills used to be a ballet dancer but now she’s known as a chief executive of AussieCommerce’s suite of brands, including The Home, Brands Exclusive and TheActive. [2] Mills ...
Aussie Uber clocks up 10 million rides and tells governments it’s time they got on board
[1] Uber has made great waves in Australia and it’s putting a pressure on the government to jump into the bandwagon or else fall behind innovation. [2] A Deloitte report, delegated by Uber, anal...
Domino’s delivers a slice of innovation to Queenslanders
[1] Entrepreneurs and startups from Brisbane can now benefit from Domino’s DLAB facilities. [2] Domino’s CEO Don Meij says the new workspace is geared towards enabling entrepreneurs to in...