Startups stories
Financial institutions using Mastercard can now tap an AI fraud system built in Africa as digital payments face rising scam and compliance risks.
New rules are forcing Asian startups to divert cash and staff from product work, with 88% reporting operational constraints, a study found.
Broader Claude access should help MIND sharpen data discovery and loss prevention for customers, after it joined Anthropic's cyber scheme.
A live Port of Hamburg pilot has drawn investor backing as REPS says its system can harvest energy from braking trucks and heavy traffic.
Developers can now move from prototype to deployment more easily, with free Google Cloud hosting for first-time users and Android app support.
The hire deepens BriefCatch's push into legal AI as firms demand tools that reduce citation errors and guard against hallucinations.
Irish sports tech firms are targeting teams and venues across Australia and New Zealand as Enterprise Ireland steps up a regional push.
Independent studios in Auckland are gaining investor access and public exposure as the city works to grow New Zealand's games industry.
The two-day event will spotlight AI deployment, with awards and showcases aimed at drawing investors, founders and business leaders to Brisbane.
Foreign backers now supply up to 90% of capital in Canada's biggest venture rounds, widening concerns over ownership and economic sovereignty.
The ranking highlights surging demand for AI-governance software, with the Dallas firm ahead of two Austin rivals on CNBC's list.
Australia's financial regulator sees artificial intelligence and easier rules helping startups turn a strong funding base into faster growth.
The grants are set to speed the rollout of AI tools across healthcare, manufacturing and finance, helping GTA firms reach market sooner.
The Christchurch company's half-billion-dollar revenue milestone and overseas expansion helped it beat rivals for Hi-Tech Company of the Year.
The commitment should widen pre-seed funding for British founders as policymakers seek to keep more venture capital at home.
The UK firm said automated payment chases have also improved cash collection as more smaller businesses outsource day-to-day finance work.
Most New Zealand SMEs now use AI tools, but many want firmer safeguards and training before widening adoption.
Small firms could save hours on admin as the free assistant turns sales data into plain-language answers inside Square's platform.
Small businesses can now diagnose trust gaps in marketing campaigns through Claude or ChatGPT without paying for RAMMP's score itself.
More than 300 members have joined The Pillars in eight months, turning Sydney's private club into a venue for deals, partnerships and referrals.
