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ASX-listed Buy-now-pay-later (BNPL) fintech Openpay has been placed in receivership after it failed to bank working capital from its main backer. The payment platform has been shut down, effectively sealing the company’s fate. The collapse comes a week after the company’s quarterly results on January 31, which signaled delays in [...]
The emergence of streaming architectures—frameworks of software components built to ingest and process large amounts of data from multiple sources—is driving demand for better reliability and performance. Tech teams often code data to improve app performance by using so-called “message envelopes.” But these add complexity – and are often difficult [...]
Tech workers are less likely to explore other job opportunities when their current employer covers the cost of their training and certification, according to a new global study showing that cloud computing, cybersecurity and networking are the most common certifications. While 83% of respondents who paid for their own education [...]
Silvija Martincevic, former chief commercial officer of To confirmone of the largest buy now, pay later startups in the US has been named CEO of its shift management platform Deputy. Based in Australia, Deputy is focused on expansion in the United States and other countries, and Martincevic will oversee the [...]
New Zealand liquid hydrogen technology company Fabrum has raised NZ$23 million (A$21m) in a Series A The round was led by London-based VC AP Ventures, with the participation of Dr. Andrew Forrest’s Fortescue Future Industries, Japan’s Obayashi Corporation and New Zealand’s VC K1W1. The Christchurch-based company, founded in 2004, is [...]
A few years ago Richard Schrems worked as a human resources consultant in Riyadh and at one point he tried to implement a technical solution for his clients to help them improve their huge teams, but he couldn’t find a local solution. Schrems told australiabusinessblog.com that he needed a system [...]
Australian startup accelerator and environmental investor Ocean Impact Organization (OIO) is running its half year again acceleration program for startups working on solutions to transform ocean health. The non-profit is looking for 10 pioneering startups that are working on sustainable solutions. Startups that focus on ocean-related issues can Add here. [...]
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As inflation and interest rates continue to rise, digital banking alternative Yondr is stepping up to help Australians save on hidden costs and budget better. Backed by former ANZ CEO Mike Smith, the fintech startup was developed and founded by Shane Chanel in 2018. Brings more than 15 years experience [...]