Entrepreneurship stories

The Canadian Government has pledged nearly CAD $1 million to the Opus startup incubator at the University of Saskatchewan, boosting local tech entrepreneurship.

Young British entrepreneurs Charlie Gray and Ben O'Nion have launched Echo AI, an AI-driven note-taking assistant, with a GBP £2 million investment to boost productivity.

PepsiCo has launched its third Greenhouse Accelerator Program in Asia Pacific, inviting A/NZ startups to apply for equity-free grants of USD $20,000 and more.

Siemens has unveiled its Siemens for Startups programme at CES 2025, aiming to bolster early-stage engineering firms with advanced technology and resources.

Your.Cloud has acquired HDUK, a UK-managed service provider in accountancy, as it aims to broaden its footprint in the European market.

A study by Printful reveals YouTube content creation as the world's top side hustle, with a 189% rise in global searches and UK earnings averaging GBP £4,192.

Lander & Rogers invites applications for its 2025 LawTech Hub, aiming to empower AI-driven startups to revolutionise legal technology in Australia.

Voluntas Elevate and Afinico have teamed up to support New Zealand businesses in scaling from $1 million to $100 million in annual revenue.

Zendesk has appointed Shashi Upadhyay as its new President of Product, Engineering, and AI, charged with driving growth in customer and employee services.

FinTech Australia has expanded its board with the appointments of Jodi Ross and Jodie Imam, enhancing its leadership amid a strong fintech landscape.

Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison has hosted a SheHacks trip to Sydney, aiding five Indonesian women-led startups in connecting with global investors.

The Canberra Innovation Network has boosted the Australian Capital Territory's economy, adding AUD $196 million to its Gross State Product in 2024.

Tech Ready Women launches its Investment Ready Program nationally, offering scholarships to 20 female startup founders to bridge funding gaps.

Australian innovators in AI and robotics will receive vital support with the launch of Propel-AIR, starting January 2025 to expedite development.

Australian small businesses are set to face significant challenges in 2025, grappling with rising costs, competition, and inadequate government support.

Ben Bray of Nakatomi warns that over-reliance on AI may lead to mediocrity, advocating instead for its use to foster creativity in business.

As 2025 approaches, tech experts predict significant advancements in AI, cloud computing, and data centre technologies, reshaping industry landscapes.

Airwallex has launched its 'Airwallex for Startups' programme in New Zealand, offering resources and a NZD $10,000 grant to support local entrepreneurs.

Kaseya predicts a transformative future for Managed Service Providers, as technology enables small to mid-sized businesses to compete with larger firms.

Zoho reports a 19% rise in Australian customers and an 18% revenue increase, focusing on local partnerships and social responsibility initiatives.