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Fiverr supports diverse entrepreneurs in 2025 programme
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Fiverr supports diverse entrepreneurs in 2025 programme

Fiverr has unveiled its largest cohort yet for The Future Collective, a business accelerator supporting 15 underrepresented entrepreneurs across the US.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd Jan 2025

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Robert Herjavec joins Zetaris as Executive Director of Global Strategy
Hyperscale

Robert Herjavec joins Zetaris as Executive Director of Global Strategy

Robert Herjavec, renowned for his role on Shark Tank, has been appointed Executive Director of Global Strategy at Zetaris, aiming to boost its presence globally.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Tue, 11th Mar 2025
Squarespace unveils AI tools for Australian entrepreneurs
Marketing Technologies

Squarespace unveils AI tools for Australian entrepreneurs

Squarespace launches 'Design Intelligence' suite for Australian entrepreneurs, blending AI with human creativity to streamline web design and business management.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 25th Sep 2024
Global survey reveals top sectors for aspiring entrepreneurs
Entrepreneur

Global survey reveals top sectors for aspiring entrepreneurs

A global survey reveals clothing stores, bakeries, software firms, and farms as the top ventures for aspiring entrepreneurs, highlighting diverse opportunities.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 14th Aug 2024
Scott Chasin takes helm as CEO of cloud commerce giant Pax8
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Scott Chasin takes helm as CEO of cloud commerce giant Pax8

Scott Chasin assumes position as Chief Executive Officer at Pax8, the cloud commerce market's dominant force, succeeding founder John Street who becomes Chairman of the Board.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 2nd May 2024

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Tide adds embedded 5G mobile plans for UK small firms
Unified Communications

Tide adds embedded 5G mobile plans for UK small firms

Tide launches embedded 5G mobile plans in its app, giving UK small firms business numbers with unlimited calls, texts and optional data.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Tue, 10th Mar 2026
Can't get the “entrepreneur” label to fit? Try being an intrapreneur instead
Entrepreneur

Can't get the “entrepreneur” label to fit? Try being an intrapreneur instead

Women wary of start-up risk can thrive as intrapreneurs, driving innovation inside companies while keeping the security of a salary.

By Emma Newman • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Mar 2026
Stress robs Canadian small firms of 31 workdays a year
Financial Systems

Stress robs Canadian small firms of 31 workdays a year

Stress is costing Canadian small business owners 31 workdays a year, with many losing sleep, missing events and weighing up closing shop.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Fri, 13th Feb 2026
Six costly mistakes putting new Australian start-ups at risk
Data Analytics

Six costly mistakes putting new Australian start-ups at risk

Rising costs and tighter conditions are exposing six avoidable mistakes that could sink Australia's newest start-ups within their first year.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Tue, 6th Jan 2026
Rod Drury awarded knighthood for services to tech
EduTech

Rod Drury awarded knighthood for services to tech

Xero founder Rod Drury has been made a Knight Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit for services to business and technology.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 31st Dec 2025
Osome reveals new features & fintech deals to aid founders
Unified Communications

Osome reveals new features & fintech deals to aid founders

Osome unveils AI-driven updates and fintech partnerships with Airwallex and Tenity to streamline business setup and finance for founders globally.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 4th Jun 2025
ANNA Money launches AI tax tool for sole traders and limited companies
Payment Technologies

ANNA Money launches AI tax tool for sole traders and limited companies

ANNA Money has launched its new AI-powered tax solution +Taxes, targeting sole traders and limited companies, attracting hundreds of sign-ups in just two weeks.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Mar 2025
SQR acquired by SQRx to drive digital identity innovation
Cybersecurity

SQR acquired by SQRx to drive digital identity innovation

SQR has been acquired by UK-based SQRx, aiming to boost digital identity growth. Entrepreneur Grahame Chilton, SQRx's largest shareholder, sees it as a 'groundbreaking' move.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Sep 2024
Working smarter not harder: Four ways AI can support your business
Customer Experience

Working smarter not harder: Four ways AI can support your business

AI is reshaping Kiwi businesses with Meta's AI tools across Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, offering smarter solutions for marketing, customer service, and data insights.

By Spencer Bailey • 4 min read • Fri, 30th Aug 2024
How cutting-edge technology is helping mental health
Health Technologies

How cutting-edge technology is helping mental health

SafeWatch is redefining mental health care with its community-focused approach by combining tech, therapy, and support.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Wed, 5th Jun 2024
Elaine Stead joins Australian fund Main Sequence for deep tech investments
Health Technologies

Elaine Stead joins Australian fund Main Sequence for deep tech investments

Prominent investor Elaine Stead joins Australian deep tech fund Main Sequence, significantly bolstering its capabilities to transform research into solutions for global challenges.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 20th Mar 2024
IWD 2024: A founders advice on breaking cybersecurity stereotypes
Microsoft

IWD 2024: A founders advice on breaking cybersecurity stereotypes

A Singapore-based female founder offers advice on overcoming cybersecurity stereotypes and enhancing gender equality within the male-dominated industry.

By Camellia Chan • 5 min read • Fri, 8th Mar 2024