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Kiwi Stories

Investment stories

Sprout Agritech invests $1m in Metrovate's sustainable farming tech

Sprout Agritech invests $1m in Metrovate, a startup marrying computational methods and agri-science to produce precision biostimulants.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Tue, 14th May 2024

Crypto

Why obsessing over crypto headlines is a dangerous investment habit

Janine Grainger discusses the dangers of an excessive focus on sensational crypto headlines, stressing the importance of understanding broad market dynamics for astute investment.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 13th May 2024

Clean technologies

Sapro-Tech forms strategic partnership with top NZ fashion firms

NZ firm Sapro-Tech forms strategic alliances with leading fashion brands SABEN, taylor, Velvet Heartbeat, and YY NATION, promoting sustainable materials derived from fungi.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Tue, 16th Apr 2024

Global Stories

Investment stories

Fintech

Executives plan to boost generative AI investments, Accenture survey shows

Nearly 90% of executives managing supply chains and production seek to ramp up investment in generative AI, but there's a recognised need for advanced training and comprehension of the technology, Accenture's 'Pulse of Change' survey reveals.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 9th May 2024

Generative AI

IT modernisation spending to rise by 30% due to AI investment

UK businesses are set to ramp up IT modernisation spending by nearly 30% in 2024, with a hefty focus placed on investing in artificial intelligence.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 9th May 2024

Cognizant

Cognizant's Bluebolt programme boosts client savings by $150m in a year

Cognizant's Bluebolt programme is reportedly reshaping tech investment, driving an estimated $150m in annualised client savings and fostering over 130,000 solutions within its first year.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 8th May 2024

Investment

Seeing Machines announces major automotive program extension

Canberra's Seeing Machines is set to invest $26m in the expansion of its partnership with a North American OEM, widening its initial programme to include 19 vehicle models marketed globally.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 2nd May 2024

Hyperscale

STACK Infrastructure plans 220MW tech campus in Dallas

STACK Infrastructure reveals plans for a 220MW technology campus in Dallas, underlining its dedication to fulfilling rising tech infrastructure demand globally.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Tue, 30th Apr 2024

Investment

Global tech firms boost human-centred design investment

Over half of global tech firms plan to up investment in user-friendly software design amid increasing importance of digital accessibility.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Apr 2024

Fintech

Nearly half of Australian SMEs project dip in turnover

Australia's SMEs foresee a drop in turnover by year-end, while Prospa and Xero partner to ease financial administrative tasks for these businesses.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Apr 2024

Artificial Intelligence

Bridgewise secures $21M funding led by SIX Group & Group 11

AI-based analysis platform Bridgewise secures $21m in funding led by SIX Group, raising total capital to $35m to expand reach and enhance its AI technology for global security insights.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 23rd Apr 2024

Generative AI

Business leaders anxious over data security – report

Business leaders are uneasy about data privacy and security, raising concerns over lack of governance frameworks with regard to generative AI use.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 19th Apr 2024

Robotics

AI is here to stay - share market fads versus trends

AI investments debate trends versus fads, with its longevity, sustainability and growing legal legitimacy suggesting a solid market trend rather than a fleeting hype.

By Greg Boland • 6 min read • Wed, 17th Apr 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Investment stories

Unified Communications

Telcom Group chosen for phase two of Cardiff fibre network

Cardiff Council has selected Telcom Group to deploy the next phase of its full fibre internet network, aiming for 100% coverage by 2025.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 14th May 2024

Unified Communications

Under the knife: Healthcare sector grappling with rising ransomware threat

Australia's healthcare sector faces an increase in potentially fatal ransomware attacks, highlighting the importance of prioritised cybersecurity amidst digital transformation.

By Matthew Lowe • 4 min read • Fri, 3rd May 2024

Artificial Intelligence

Alphinity & CSIRO launch Responsible AI framework for investing

Alphinity Investment Management and Australia's CSIRO develop Responsible AI framework to bridge gap between AI sector investments and traditional ESG principles.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 1st May 2024

Fintech

Xero invests USD $25m in Deputy for seamless business management solution

In a strategic partnership, small business platform Xero invests USD $25 million in shift work platform Deputy to offer comprehensive business solutions, integrating the companies' accounting, payroll, and workforce management systems.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 1st May 2024

Fintech

Mnaara.com launches as world's first fintech for Shariah-conscious investors

London-based fintech, Mnaara, provides the world's first platform in accordance with specialised finance principles, granting direct access to global private equity funds.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 29th Apr 2024