Investment stories - Page 1
Kiwi investments in US stocks hit record USD $67.1 billion high
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New Zealanders’ US stock and bond investments soar to a record USD $67.1 billion by March 2025, doubling since 2020 amid growing global market interest.
Apptio launches tools to clarify AI & hybrid IT investment
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Apptio unveils AI TCO & Usage and Hybrid IT TCO Impact tools to boost transparency and control over AI and hybrid IT investment costs.
Airwallex appoints board as ADI licence bid nears after USD $300 million funding
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Airwallex appoints a new board for its SVF unit as it nears an ADI licence in Australia, following a USD $300 million funding round valuing the company at USD $6.2 billion.
Glance launches AI shopping hub on Samsung phones in US
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Glance has launched a USD $200 million AI shopping hub on Samsung phones, letting 50 million US users visualise and buy outfits from their lock screen.
CrowdStrike Q1 revenue rises 20% to USD $1.10 billion as ARR grows
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CrowdStrike's Q1 revenue rose 20% to USD $1.10bn with ARR growing 22% to USD $4.44bn, reflecting strong subscription and cash flow performance.
Blueberry Life seeks backing for AI-driven longevity insurance
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Blueberry Life launches crowdfunding to back AI-driven longevity insurance, aiming to aid those with chronic illnesses in the UK and beyond live healthier, longer lives.
LuminX raises USD $5.5 million to advance AI for warehouses
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LuminX raises USD $5.5 million seed funding to boost AI vision language models improving efficiency in warehouse and supply chain operations.
Australian investors drive record US options trading surge
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Australian investors surge into US options trading with a 62.7% rise despite market volatility, trading USD $116.5 million in contracts in H1 2025.
Indosat approves dividend payout, advances AI transformation
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Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison approved a cash dividend of IDR83.3 per share and advances its AI-driven tech transformation for 2024.
NBN raises $1.2 billion to boost sustainable & digital inclusion
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NBN Co has raised EUR 700m via its first Sustainability Bond to fund energy-efficient fibre and Fixed Wireless projects, enhancing digital inclusion in Australia.
Asia Pacific faces AI data centre gap despite booming demand
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Asia Pacific faces a 15-25GW shortfall in AI-ready data centres by 2028 despite doubling capacity, due to power limits and evolving AI demands, CBRE warns.
UK CEOs delay investments as trade worries reshape strategy
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UK CEOs are delaying investments and reshaping strategies amid trade uncertainties, with 83% postponing plans due to recent tariff changes, finds EY survey.
UK fintech hiring to surge 32% in 2025 amid compliance demand
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UK fintech hiring is set to surge 32% in 2025, driven by rising demand for compliance, cybersecurity, and engineering roles amid regulatory shifts.
PiLogic secures $4 million to boost precision AI for space
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PiLogic has raised $4 million to develop its precise AI technology aimed at enhancing object tracking and diagnostics in aerospace and defence sectors.
Liveheats secures AUD $1.3m to boost global sports platform
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Liveheats secures AUD $1.3m seed funding to expand its digital scoring platform for action sports globally, aiming to boost events and athlete performance.
Bain Capital launches hscale with billions Europe DC builds
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Bain Capital launches hscale, a multi-billion EMEA hyperscale data centre platform, aiming rapid expansion across EMEA with sustainable infrastructure.
Vertiv opens new Sydney HQ with customer experience centre
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Vertiv has opened its new Sydney HQ with the first Customer Experience Centre in Australia, enhancing support for the nation's growing digital economy.
Atif Malik to lead ISS Freeports as Teesside hub launches
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ISS Holdings appoints Atif Malik as Global Head of ISS Freeports while launching its second Airview hub at Teesside Airport, boosting UK trade links.
BrioHR raises USD $6.5 million to boost AI HR in Singapore
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BrioHR has raised USD $6.5 million to expand its AI-driven HR platform in Singapore, enhancing digital HR solutions for SMEs across Southeast Asia.
Equinix opens first Jakarta data centre to power digital growth
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Equinix has launched its first data centre in Jakarta, Indonesia, via a joint venture with Astra, marking its entry into the Indonesian market.