Investment stories - Page 7
Senetas sells Votiro to Menlo Security for USD $37.5m
Thu, 20th Feb 2025
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data protection
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
Senetas has sold its subsidiary Votiro to Menlo Security for USD $37.5 million, a strategic move expected to enhance its position in the cybersecurity market.
CDC launches USD $2.7 billion Laverton data campus
Wed, 19th Feb 2025
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ai
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clean technologies
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government
Construction of a new USD $2.7 billion data campus in Laverton has commenced, poised to boost the local economy and create thousands of jobs.
Segi Fresh to invest in Mandalay's agritech for Malaysia
Wed, 19th Feb 2025
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agricultural technology
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supply chain
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clean technologies
Mandalay Venture Partners has secured its first strategic investor as Malaysia's Segi Fresh joins its agritech portfolio to enhance fresh food supply chains.
Symphony Commerce names Matt Smith as new CEO
Tue, 18th Feb 2025
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cfo
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b2b
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leadership
Symphony Commerce has strengthened its leadership by appointing Matt Smith as CEO, supported by new CFO Ella Lim and promoted Client Service Director Hannah Spencer.
CDC secures AUD $17 billion valuation in ownership deal
Tue, 18th Feb 2025
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edutech
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hyperscale
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ai
A landmark ownership deal has secured CDC's AUD $17 billion valuation, ensuring its sovereign status while enabling significant growth in data centre operations.
MyPass Global secures AUD $7.5m to boost US expansion plans
Mon, 17th Feb 2025
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data privacy
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deloitte
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oil and gas
MyPass Global has announced securing AUD $7.5 million in Series A funding, aimed at expanding operations into the Americas.
Harrison.ai secures AUD $179m for global expansion
Fri, 14th Feb 2025
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edutech
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healthtech
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market
Harrison.ai has raised AUD $179 million in Series C funding, bolstering its AI-driven diagnostics expansion across global healthcare markets.
SAP partners with Databricks to launch Business Data Cloud
Fri, 14th Feb 2025
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supply chain
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ai
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sap
SAP has launched its Business Data Cloud alongside Databricks, aiming to unify enterprise data to enhance decision-making and accelerate AI initiatives.
Prenetics unveils DNA-based identity with blockchain tie-up
Fri, 14th Feb 2025
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crypto
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blockchain
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data privacy
Prenetics has teamed up with Humanity Protocol to launch a blockchain-based identity verification service via its CircleDNA platform, enhancing secure digital interactions.
Western Digital plans Flash unit spin-off by early 2025
Fri, 14th Feb 2025
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physical security
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ai
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clean technologies
Western Digital is set to separate its Flash business by February 2025, as it focuses on enhancing its HDD technology amid rising data storage demands.
60% of firms revamping supply chains amid trade turmoil
Thu, 13th Feb 2025
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supply chain
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investment
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automation
A new report reveals 60% of firms are revamping supply chains to tackle tariff uncertainty and market volatility, driving investments in automation and diversification.
Tusk unveils operations platform with $2m seed boost
Thu, 13th Feb 2025
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supply chain
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e-commerce
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management
Tusk Logistics has unveiled its innovative Tusk Operations Platform, backed by $2 million in funding, aiming to revolutionise shipping management for users.
Lack of whistleblowing systems undermines ESG in Australia
Wed, 12th Feb 2025
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transparency
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investment
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dei
Report It Now raises alarm over the inadequate whistleblowing infrastructure in Australian firms, jeopardising Environmental, Social, and Governance commitments.
Future AGI secures USD $1.6m to boost AI accuracy tools
Wed, 12th Feb 2025
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robots
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data science
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ai
Future AGI has secured USD $1.6 million in pre-seed funding to enhance its AI lifecycle management platform, co-led by Powerhouse and Snow Leopard Ventures.
BRKZ secures USD $17 million to enhance Saudi expansion
Tue, 11th Feb 2025
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supply chain
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b2b
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property market
BRKZ has secured USD $17 million in Series A funding to enhance construction procurement in Saudi Arabia, raising total funds to USD $22.5 million.
Fortinet opens AUD $75m Australian HQ & Innovation Hub
Mon, 10th Feb 2025
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firewalls
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digital transformation
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cloud security
Fortinet has opened its new headquarters in North Sydney, investing over AUD $75 million and launching the Asia-Pacific's first Innovation Hub to enhance cybersecurity.
Shearwater announces major investment in EvenBetter gender AI
Mon, 10th Feb 2025
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ai
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investment
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gender equality
Shearwater Capital is investing AUD $500,000 in Sydney startup EvenBetter.ai, aimed at tackling gender pay gaps and promoting workplace equity with AI-driven insights.
AI legal tech Ivo raises USD $16 million to scale solutions
Fri, 7th Feb 2025
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ai
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investment
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legaltech
AI legal tech firm Ivo has successfully secured USD $16 million in Series A funding, aiming to expand its AI-powered contract review platform.
Khuda Family donates $100m to boost women in STEM
Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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edutech
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education, learning & training
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investment
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.
Puma leads $4.3m funding for legal AI firm Semeris
Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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fintech
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genai
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ai
Puma Growth Partners has led a $4.3 million funding round for Semeris, enhancing its AI tools for financial institutions navigating complex legal documents.