Investment stories - Page 3

FTSE 100 report: Tech prioritised over workforce skills
Fri, 21st Mar 2025
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it training
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data analytics
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dei
An analysis of FTSE 100 annual reports shows a stark contrast in priorities, with 69% focusing on technology but only 7% investing in workforce skills.

European display market faces falling prices in 2025
Fri, 21st Mar 2025
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digital signage
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displays & projectors
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market
The European Large Format Display market is struggling as unit sales and prices dip, despite higher shipments; education sector saturation is a key factor.

Lemongrass launches new services to support SAP BTP users
Thu, 20th Mar 2025
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migration
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digital transformation
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genai
Lemongrass has launched new services to streamline businesses' transitions to the SAP Business Technology Platform, enhancing digital infrastructure and investment returns.

Scalare Partners acquires Inhouse Ventures for AUD $1.3m
Thu, 20th Mar 2025
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dei
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investment
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esg
Scalare Partners has acquired Inhouse Ventures for USD $1.3 million, enhancing its offerings to early-stage technology companies in Australia.

Motion Ventures launches USD $100m maritime tech fund
Wed, 19th Mar 2025
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cleantech
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sustainability
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digitalisation
Motion Ventures has unveiled its largest maritime technology fund yet, pledging USD $100 million to foster innovation and sustainability in the maritime sector.

PvX Partners secures USD $3.8m for app growth financing
Tue, 18th Mar 2025
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ai
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investment
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ml
PvX Partners has secured USD $3.8 million in seed funding from Play Ventures and General Catalyst to enhance growth in consumer and gaming apps.

Mastering the art of business press release headlines
Mon, 17th Mar 2025
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martech
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case study
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investment
Creating captivating press release headlines is crucial for engaging audiences and attracting media attention, as clarity and relevance can elevate your brand's visibility.

Kiwis favour cryptocurrency for long-term investing in 2025
Mon, 17th Mar 2025
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cryptocurrency
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blockchain
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bitcoin
A recent Binance New Zealand survey reveals 70% of Kiwis favour cryptocurrency as a long-term investment, eclipsing traditional assets like stocks and real estate.

Family firms in Australia embrace tech for growth potential
Sun, 16th Mar 2025
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cx
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martech
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investment
A recent report reveals that over 55% of Australian family businesses are investing in technology, demonstrating resilience and commitment to growth amid economic challenges.

Eva Zhuang becomes first female Partner at Boman Group
Fri, 14th Mar 2025
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drones
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payment technologies
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ipo
Boman Group has appointed Eva Zhuang as a Partner, making her the first woman in the role, as the firm prepares to launch new funds in 2024.

Scimplify secures USD $40m to transform chemical industry
Thu, 13th Mar 2025
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investment
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r&d
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pharmaceuticals
Scimplify has secured USD $40 million in Series B funding, boosting its total to USD $54 million, to enhance its specialty chemicals platform and expand internationally.

IDnow secures investment to expand global identity market
Wed, 12th Mar 2025
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gaming
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uc
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digital entertainment
IDnow has secured a strategic majority investment from Corsair Capital, enhancing its position in the European identity verification market and fuelling global expansion.

Di Papadopoulos appointed as CEO of Booster from 2025
Mon, 10th Mar 2025
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fintech
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partner programmes
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investment
Di Papadopoulos has been appointed as CEO of Booster, succeeding as part of a strategic leadership transition by the company, effective 17th March 2025.

DotMe secures USD $150,000 in funding from Mirza L. Baig
Mon, 10th Mar 2025
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digital marketing
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social media
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investment
DotMe has raised USD $150,000, reaching a valuation of USD $1.25 million, aiming to enhance creator-brand engagement amid the booming creator economy.

IWD 2025: The next billion users - Why Women will shape the future of Fintech
Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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fintech
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cx
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martech
As women increasingly shape financial landscapes, fintech firms have a crucial opportunity to design tailored solutions that meet their unique needs and aspirations.

Key 7 Investment completes acquisition of StoryFile
Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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digital entertainment
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ai
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video
Key 7 Investment has acquired StoryFile, enhancing its AI-powered video platform's growth potential while concluding its Chapter 11 process.

DeepL launches Clarify to enhance AI translation interactivity
Thu, 6th Mar 2025
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martech
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personalisation
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cdp
DeepL has unveiled Clarify, a new feature aimed at improving interactivity in AI translations for businesses, enhancing user engagement and precision.

Instant raises $18 million to expand eCommerce solutions
Thu, 6th Mar 2025
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cx
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martech
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ecommerce
Instant, an eCommerce retention marketing platform, has secured $18 million in Series A funding, boosting its valuation to over $100 million.

Complex IT systems decrease productivity in UK workplaces
Thu, 6th Mar 2025
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digital transformation
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genai
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ai
Research reveals that 59% of UK employees may leave their jobs due to overly complicated IT systems, highlighting urgent calls for simpler digital solutions.

Cloudsmith raises $23 million to boost global expansion
Thu, 6th Mar 2025
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devops
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supply chain & logistics
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apm
Cloudsmith has secured $23 million in a Series B funding round, aiming to expand its global presence and enhance software supply chain security.