Kevin Baum’s TikForce startup relists on ASX
[1] Perth-based digital identification and verification startup TikForce has relisted on the Australian stock exchange two days ago. [2] With 2000 Melbourne Metro Trains contractors utilizing its i...
New $20 million startup fund launches to fill a “major gap” in the Australian ecosystem
[1] The newest $20 million Australian VC fund will be assisting local early-stage companies access the lucrative China market, bringing in a “major gap” in the current ecosystem. [2] With Mai Capi...
Australian stock market becomes haven for tech startups
[1] The Asia-Pacific region’s tech M&A activity has earned its three-year high for the first quarter. 2] The Australian government is exerting efforts to transform into financial technology...
The Australian startup ecosystem will “fall hopelessly behind” if the government doesn’t fix its immigration laws
[1] The StartupAUS Crossroads Report visualized that by 2033, Australia’s ICT jobs would reach up to 540,000. [2] Australia needs to change its approach to STEM immigrants and consider them not ...
The Aussie startup scene needs more commitment and less conversation
[1] A panel of some of Australia’s top startup and business leaders reiterated that Australia’s startup scene is in good condition but it needs more actions than conversations. [2] Held in...
This Australian startup helped create Instagram’s new feed
[1] You’ve probably never heard of Appen, but it’s a Sydney-based language and data services company that’s considered to be one of the most sought-after Australian tech companies. [...
Venture capital funds, think tanks puzzle over start-up valley of death
[1] According to policy makers and startup funders, Australia is highly recognized as one of the best in creating new new business ideas, but is the worst at realizing them into real businesses. [2] C...
Israel invite helped startup OneShift do the deal
[1] After Sydney entrepreneur Gen George’s trip to Israel with Assistant Innovation Minister Wyatt Roy, George had a deal with Stephen Tait, chief executive of the Chamber of Commerce and Indus...
China start-up Juwai seeks IPO in Australia as early as 2016
[1] China’s biggest international real estate portal, Juwai.com, is exerting efforts to get an initial public offering as early as this year. [2] Founded by Australians’ Andrew Taylor an...
The startup for matchmaking startups with big business makes its pitch
[1] It’s not easy to encourage big businesses to use your products but an Australian startup is changing this scenario by becoming a matchmaker for corporations and unknown startups. [2] Foun...