Tech & Innovation
News, opinions and advice on technology development and the state of innovation.
Here are the top 3 ways how big data is empowering retail decision-making
As online sales grew, a new trend emerged, in which shoppers would do their research in the stores and then make their purchase online, after shopping around online for the best deal.
A cyber-attack on FlexBooker compromised the personal data of Bunning’s clients
In December of 2021, the third-party software firm suffered a cyber-security breach that led to the information of 3.7 million customers being exposed, and last week Bunnings was forced to warn its customers of the incident.
Cool Company Awards, 2009 – Nominations Open!
It's on again. Over coming weeks, we'll be scouring the nation for Australia's coolest companies.
It's the first stage in Australia's most innovative business awards program - The Nomination Phase.
Ever IM’ed a friend who was sitting in the same room? Survey reveals what...
A clear majority of Australians today value their laptops more than their TVs, according to a survey commissioned by Intel. With all the talk of the internet becoming a fourth utility in households, that finding may not surprise. But just how internet dependent are we? According to the same survey, a lot of us are now OK chatting online or Facebooking with someone within earshot.
The Facts and Falsehoods of Commercialisation Australia: Six myths exposed
The Commercialisation Australia program, the successor to the Government's COMET scheme, has proved a boon to many but a bane to others. Inevitably it was going to have a few teething problems. As with any new incentive program, it can involve navigating the industry-specific details to work out whether it's right for your business. Here, Adrian Spencer explains the pros and cons that the grant can have for the technology sector.
Here’s how this guy has built one of the world’s billion dollar cannabis companies
Namaste has always sought to become Canada’s premier of medicinal cannabis. They have established themselves as a global market leader, creating the world’s largest online marketplace for cannabis, cannabis accessories, and other related products with more than 30 websites in 20 countries.
These are the 10 top defence-tech startups selected for Techstars Adelaide accelerator
Out of the 10 finalists, six startups are from Australia, with companies from Melbourne, Brisbane and Adelaide joining the program.
The 2019 Collider Program is helping a new generation of creative entrepreneurs bring big...
Australia’s next wave of creative tech entrepreneurs and business leaders are turning their big ideas into bright futures with the commencement of...
Meet the startup that is taking the Hassl out of business offices
Less than a year since the software’s beta launch Melbourne-based agency Your Creative this month launched Hassl Business in over 50 countries.
Australian fintechs represented in Fintech 100: 7 companies named among the world’s leading fintechs
Australian fintech companies made a strong showing in the 2019 Fintech 100, announced recently by Fintech Innovators, a collaboration between fintech investment firm H2 Ventures and KPMG Fintech.
Taronga launches new accelerator program, hunting for brilliant eco-friendly ideas
Taronga Conservation Society Australia has launched HATCH: Taronga Accelerator Program to drive innovative solutions to some of the world’s most pressing conservation and environmental challenges.
Do you have a big start-up idea that could change the world for the...
Applications are open for Tech23 2015, an event that connects Australian start-ups with the connected people, clever ideas and capital they need to succeed
COVID-19 restrictions may ease but payments have moved online for good
For the payments industry, the biggest difference is the fact that we have a virtual world to replace aspects of the real world in ways we did not at the height of the GFC in 2008.
Bringing the smarts to Australia’s catalogue industry amidst the COVID 19 pandemic
For brands and businesses of all sizes, one of the most conventional marketing staples is the print catalogue.
Unfortunately for this quaint relic from a bygone era, COVID-19 has accelerated the rise of eCommerce in Australia and shifted consumer habits, moving people even further away from a tactile reading experience onto a screen-based, digital experience
How to find the best partnerships to align with your startup’s growth plans
I truly believe strategic partnerships should be a part of every startup’s journey, as they help nurture relationships with others in the same industry, and help grow both your business and others’.
4.6 million Australian jobs may be at risk within the decade – new StartupAUS...
"The paper highlights the extensive economic benefits of building innovation hubs which have powerful multiplier effects. There’s a lot at stake here - if we get it right, we’ll be able to capitalise on it"
How open banking offers benefits to customers, banks and cyber criminals
The Big Four banks, CBA, Westpac, ANZ and National Australia Bank introduced open banking in July 2021, and other banks and financial services are expected to follow in 2022.
5 fresh-faced beauty industry innovations
In recent months, several companies have carved out innovative niches for themselves in the beauty industry, launching ground-breaking products and services designed to meet the needs of cosmetics consumers in unique, cutting-edge ways.
This tech start-up has launched Australia’s first intelligent home energy system
Renewable energy tech start-up Evergen recently launched the nation’s first, next-generation, intelligent home energy management system, with the investment and technical backing of leading investment manager, AMP Capital and CSIRO.
Google Glasses: Coming soon to an eye near you
Today, hardly anybody steps out of their homes without their mobiles and that could become equally true of Google Glasses.
