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Investment stories - Page 4

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Iceberg Quantum secures $2m & partners with PsiQuantum
Fri, 28th Mar 2025
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edutech
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quantum computing
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leadership
Iceberg Quantum has raised USD $2 million in pre-seed funding and partnered with PsiQuantum to advance fault-tolerant quantum computing architectures.
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NCS expands in Asia Pacific with Globe Telecom partnership
Fri, 28th Mar 2025
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ai
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ecommerce
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cloud services
NCS has announced a joint venture with Globe Telecom in the Philippines, set to expand its workforce from 150 to over 1,200 employees.
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Mapp secures $13m to enhance AI marketing strategy
Fri, 21st Mar 2025
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Mapp has raised $13 million in funding to enhance its AI-driven marketing automation and expand its market presence, fuelled by O'Connor Capital Solutions.
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FTSE 100 report: Tech prioritised over workforce skills
Fri, 21st Mar 2025
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it training
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data analytics
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dei
An analysis of FTSE 100 annual reports shows a stark contrast in priorities, with 69% focusing on technology but only 7% investing in workforce skills.
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European display market faces falling prices in 2025
Fri, 21st Mar 2025
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digital signage
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displays & projectors
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market
The European Large Format Display market is struggling as unit sales and prices dip, despite higher shipments; education sector saturation is a key factor.
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Lemongrass launches new services to support SAP BTP users
Thu, 20th Mar 2025
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migration
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digital transformation
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genai
Lemongrass has launched new services to streamline businesses' transitions to the SAP Business Technology Platform, enhancing digital infrastructure and investment returns.
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Scalare Partners acquires Inhouse Ventures for AUD $1.3m
Thu, 20th Mar 2025
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dei
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investment
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esg
Scalare Partners has acquired Inhouse Ventures for USD $1.3 million, enhancing its offerings to early-stage technology companies in Australia.
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Motion Ventures launches USD $100m maritime tech fund
Wed, 19th Mar 2025
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cleantech
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sustainability
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digitalisation
Motion Ventures has unveiled its largest maritime technology fund yet, pledging USD $100 million to foster innovation and sustainability in the maritime sector.
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PvX Partners secures USD $3.8m for app growth financing
Tue, 18th Mar 2025
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investment
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PvX Partners has secured USD $3.8 million in seed funding from Play Ventures and General Catalyst to enhance growth in consumer and gaming apps.
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Mastering the art of business press release headlines
Mon, 17th Mar 2025
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martech
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case study
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investment
Creating captivating press release headlines is crucial for engaging audiences and attracting media attention, as clarity and relevance can elevate your brand's visibility.
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Kiwis favour cryptocurrency for long-term investing in 2025
Mon, 17th Mar 2025
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blockchain
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defi
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bitcoin
A recent Binance New Zealand survey reveals 70% of Kiwis favour cryptocurrency as a long-term investment, eclipsing traditional assets like stocks and real estate.
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Family firms in Australia embrace tech for growth potential
Sun, 16th Mar 2025
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cx
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martech
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investment
A recent report reveals that over 55% of Australian family businesses are investing in technology, demonstrating resilience and commitment to growth amid economic challenges.
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Eva Zhuang becomes first female Partner at Boman Group
Fri, 14th Mar 2025
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drones
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payment technologies
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ipo
Boman Group has appointed Eva Zhuang as a Partner, making her the first woman in the role, as the firm prepares to launch new funds in 2024.
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Scimplify secures USD $40m to transform chemical industry
Thu, 13th Mar 2025
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investment
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r&d
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pharmaceuticals
Scimplify has secured USD $40 million in Series B funding, boosting its total to USD $54 million, to enhance its specialty chemicals platform and expand internationally.
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IDnow secures investment to expand global identity market
Wed, 12th Mar 2025
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gaming
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uc
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digital entertainment
IDnow has secured a strategic majority investment from Corsair Capital, enhancing its position in the European identity verification market and fuelling global expansion.
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Di Papadopoulos appointed as CEO of Booster from 2025
Mon, 10th Mar 2025
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fintech
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partner programmes
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investment
Di Papadopoulos has been appointed as CEO of Booster, succeeding as part of a strategic leadership transition by the company, effective 17th March 2025.
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DotMe secures USD $150,000 in funding from Mirza L. Baig
Mon, 10th Mar 2025
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digital marketing
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social media
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investment
DotMe has raised USD $150,000, reaching a valuation of USD $1.25 million, aiming to enhance creator-brand engagement amid the booming creator economy.
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IWD 2025: The next billion users - Why Women will shape the future of Fintech
Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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fintech
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cx
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martech
As women increasingly shape financial landscapes, fintech firms have a crucial opportunity to design tailored solutions that meet their unique needs and aspirations.
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Key 7 Investment completes acquisition of StoryFile
Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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digital entertainment
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ai
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video
Key 7 Investment has acquired StoryFile, enhancing its AI-powered video platform's growth potential while concluding its Chapter 11 process.
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DeepL launches Clarify to enhance AI translation interactivity
Thu, 6th Mar 2025
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martech
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personalisation
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cdp
DeepL has unveiled Clarify, a new feature aimed at improving interactivity in AI translations for businesses, enhancing user engagement and precision.