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AI data scientist startup secures AU$16m in Series-A funding
Data Science

AI data scientist startup secures AU$16m in Series-A funding

The capital raised will be invested directly into the expansion of Hyper Anna's operations to international markets that include Asia and the US.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Wed, 23rd Aug 2017
Aussie small business lending platform secures AU$5million in Series-A funding
Capital raising

Aussie small business lending platform secures AU$5million in Series-A funding

TruePillars' allows multiple investors to fund small business loans of their choice with a minimum commitment of just AU$50 per loan.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Aug 2017
Kiwi startup DROPIT raising US$5m to disrupt US sports sponsorship market
Digital Signage

Kiwi startup DROPIT raising US$5m to disrupt US sports sponsorship market

DROPIT is an adrenaline-pumping, interactive, fan engagement app which auctions off premium items and experiences at live sports events.

By Kai Ping Lew • 4 min read • Tue, 15th Aug 2017
Digital inclusion efforts to continue after funding pulled
Computers in Homes

Digital inclusion efforts to continue after funding pulled

The Computers in Homes programme will no longer be funded by the government. 20/20 Trust will continue to try & help bridge the digital divide in NZ.

By Matthew Bain • 2 min read • Tue, 30th May 2017
Education Minister announces funding to draw STEM teachers
EduTech

Education Minister announces funding to draw STEM teachers

Education Minister Nikki Kaye has announced a $5.2 million funding boost for Teach First NZ to train more teachers in STEM subjects.

By Matthew Bain • 3 min read • Wed, 17th May 2017
Teacher quality 'single most important influence' on success, study finds
EduTech

Teacher quality 'single most important influence' on success, study finds

Teachers are the most important factor in determining the education outcomes of New Zealand children, according to a new survey.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Tue, 30th Aug 2016
$1 million new funding for NZ ON Air-Canada joint projects
Unified Communications

$1 million new funding for NZ ON Air-Canada joint projects

NZ On Air and Canada Media Fund will receive $1 million in funding for three new projects, it was announced today.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 17th Mar 2016
Partner wanted: NZ On Air seeks partner for online children's content
SAFE

Partner wanted: NZ On Air seeks partner for online children's content

Wrightson says NZ On Air seeks to partner with an organisation that can invest in or extend a suitable online platform and/or app.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 14th Mar 2016
CSC's Adrian McKenzie hits the road for Halberg foundation
Fitness

CSC's Adrian McKenzie hits the road for Halberg foundation

Kiwis are being asked to dig deep as CSC's Adrian McKenzie takes to the road to raise funds for a cause close to his heart.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Mon, 29th Feb 2016

Global Stories

Capital raising stories

ForgeRock announces results of massive Series D funding round
Identity and Access Management

ForgeRock announces results of massive Series D funding round

ForgeRock secures £63m in Series D, bolstering global digital identity expansion and tech innovation amidst booming sales.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 7th Sep 2017
LookingGlass Cyber Solutions to expand continental reach with $26.3m funding
Managed Security Services Provider

LookingGlass Cyber Solutions to expand continental reach with $26.3m funding

LookingGlass Cyber Solutions bags £26.3m to bolster its global cyber-defence reach, eyeing expansion across five continents.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 4th Sep 2017
Callaghan Innovation funds OHS app Forsite
Health Technologies

Callaghan Innovation funds OHS app Forsite

Forsite, a pioneering OHS app, gets a £15m boost from Callaghan Innovation to enhance safety in the construction and property sectors.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Fri, 18th Aug 2017
iPaaS startup secures $10 million in funding from Storm Ventures & Salesforce
Platform-as-a-Service

iPaaS startup secures $10 million in funding from Storm Ventures & Salesforce

Workato clinches $10M to propel digital transformation with its iPaaS platform, backed by Storm Ventures and Salesforce.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Wed, 19th Jul 2017
OVH raises €400 million to accelerate global data centre growth
Hyperscale

OVH raises €400 million to accelerate global data centre growth

​OVH has signalled its intentions for the future with a huge funding round to support its strategic developments & continued growth around the world.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Wed, 12th Jul 2017
Ministry announces extension of Teacher-Led Innovation Fund
EduTech

Ministry announces extension of Teacher-Led Innovation Fund

The Ministry of Education will extend funding for the Teacher-Led Innovation Fund for another two years, according to Education Minister Hekia Parata.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 13th Jun 2016
Christchurch schools to benefit from $200,000 donation from SKY
Health Technologies

Christchurch schools to benefit from $200,000 donation from SKY

Christchurch's quake-hit schools to get new turfs from SKY's generous £200k donation, boosting post-disaster recovery.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 24th May 2016

Stories from Other Regions

Capital raising stories

Prospa named #1 in Australia at the Smart50 Awards
KPMG

Prospa named #1 in Australia at the Smart50 Awards

Prospa wins first place at Smart50 Awards with 1000% growth. CEO says it's just the beginning of their journey. #smallbusiness #fintech.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Mon, 7th Nov 2016