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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
Is there a sure-fire formula to crowdfunding?
Crowdfunding

Is there a sure-fire formula to crowdfunding?

New crowdfunding challenge promises to take participants from zero to funded in 12 weeks. Expert advice and cheat-sheets included.

By Shannon Williams • 1 min read • Tue, 26th Jan 2016
UrbanSherpa climbs into crowdfunding
Crowdfunding

UrbanSherpa climbs into crowdfunding

On-demand delivery start-up UrbanSherpa has launched an equity crowdfunding campaign as it seeks to expand beyond Auckland.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Mon, 2nd Nov 2015
Kiwis in the running for global startup awards
Semiconductors

Kiwis in the running for global startup awards

The chance to spend time with Richard Branson is on offer in this year's Talent Unleashed Awards, with an entrepreneur school and funding on the way.

By Heather Wright • 4 min read • Fri, 14th Aug 2015
SaaS developer Unleashed Software secures $4.5 million in new capital
Software-as-a-Service

SaaS developer Unleashed Software secures $4.5 million in new capital

Unleashed Software, a trans-Tasman SaaS developer, has secured USD $4.5 million in new capital, marking its most significant funding round to date.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 16th Jun 2015

Stories from Other Regions

Capital raising stories

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
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
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
New funding for internet research made available
EduTech

New funding for internet research made available

InternetNZ launches new community grants round to support internet research in New Zealand, offering $100,000 in funding.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 20th Nov 2015
GeoOp to raise $2.4M in private placement to fund Australian growth, SPP to follow
Capital

GeoOp to raise $2.4M in private placement to fund Australian growth, SPP to follow

GeoOp to raise $2.4m to fund expansion in Australia through private placement to foreign investors, senior management and the board.

By Pattrick Smellie • 2 min read • Tue, 25th Aug 2015
GeoOp widens annual loss as it chases US customers
Shares

GeoOp widens annual loss as it chases US customers

GeoOp, the workforce management app, widened its annual loss as it invests in product development and adding new customers.

By Pattrick Smellie • 2 min read • Thu, 11th Jun 2015