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Freelance like a pro: Insider tips from millionaire freelancers on Fiverr
Wed, 10th Jul 2024
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customer service
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freelancing
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autonomy
Millionaire Fiverr freelancers share pivotal tips on thriving in the freelance world, from skill development to client relationships. Here's how to excel.
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Freelancer appoints Catcha Group CEO Patrick Grove to board
Wed, 5th Jun 2024
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crowdsourcing
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investment
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ipo
Freelancer appoints Catcha Group CEO Patrick Grove as Non-Executive Director to its Board, aiming to leverage his tech sector expertise to drive growth.
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DigitalOcean unveils new malware protection for Cloudways platform
Fri, 31st May 2024
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wordpress
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digitalocean
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developers
DigitalOcean launches new Malware Protection add-on for Cloudways, powered by Imunify360, offering SMBs robust real-time malware detection.
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Southeast Asia sees 85% rise in freelancer registrations
Wed, 27th Mar 2024
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cleantech
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digital transformation
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digitalisation
A new report disclosed a dramatically evolving SEA job market with an 85% increase in freelancer registrations and higher day rates for independent talent.
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TaxLeopard acquires Airtax in strategic move boosting AI capabilities
Thu, 30th Nov 2023
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partner programmes
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pwc
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uber
TaxLeopard has acquired competitor Airtax, boosting its userbase and advancing AI capabilities in a six-figure deal.
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Fastly recognised as leading edge development platform by Forrester Wave
Tue, 28th Nov 2023
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public cloud
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iot
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forrester research
Fastly's edge cloud platform acclaimed by Forrester Wave's Q4 2023 report as a leading-edge development solution.
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Exclusive: How Remote is transforming workforce recruitment
Wed, 22nd Nov 2023
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hybrid & remote work
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workforce management
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workforce technology
TechDay spoke with Remote's CRO, Chris McNamara, to discuss the company's global impact and innovative workforce strategies.
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Australia predicts record Black Friday sales amidst economic challenges
Mon, 20th Nov 2023
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cx
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martech
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partner programmes
Australia prepares for its biggest ever Black Friday sales, with retailers' discount offers expected to surpass previous years, according to a study by Fiverr.
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'Remote Talent', a global marketplace connecting remote workers & employers
Thu, 16th Nov 2023
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payment technologies
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hcm
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job seekers
'Remote Talent', a global marketplace aiming to link remote job seekers and employers, has been launched by HR platform Remote.
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Australian retailers boost holiday discounts to combat rising living costs
Mon, 6th Nov 2023
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ai
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cyber monday
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holiday season
Australian retailers are planning to offer bigger discounts this holiday season, with 44% expecting an increase in sales, according to a survey by Fiverr.
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Gigged.AI launches 30 Days of AI campaign to ignite AI adoption
Tue, 31st Oct 2023
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ai
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genai
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openai
Gigged.AI, an on-demand talent platform, has announced a '30 Days of AI' campaign beginning 1st November 2023, supported by OpenAI.
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UK technology industry in mental health crisis – report
Thu, 21st Sep 2023
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ai
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software development
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employment
The UK''s technology industry is reaching critical levels of burnout due to skills shortages and failed digital transformation ambitions.
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HPs most innovative product introductions of 2023
Thu, 10th Aug 2023
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digital entertainment
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cleantech
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personal computing devices
HP has unveiled a range of innovative products addressing the challenges of hybrid work, including the Dragonfly Pro portfolio and sustainable PC options.
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Automation and AI in the law sector: threat or opportunity?
Thu, 27th Jul 2023
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risk & compliance
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ai
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ai agents
AI and automation can help accelerate the productivity of existing teams, enabling firms to make the most of their resources and boost their overall efficiency.
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Fastly’s new partner program expands existing offering
Tue, 28th Mar 2023
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partner programmes
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online experience
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websites
Fastly's new partner program extends and simplifies the ability to provide high-value, complete solutions through its Global Partner Network.
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IWD 2023: Turning Our DEI Analysis Inward for Lessons on Women in Tech
Wed, 8th Mar 2023
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dei
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iwd
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women in technology
Going into this case study, we expected that we would gain an understanding of systemic factors that help bring more women into tech.
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Fastly’s new Managed Security Service to prevent web attacks
Tue, 7th Mar 2023
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ddos
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paas
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firewalls
Available to Fastly’s global Next-Gen WAF customers, the service will help them deliver innovative, secure digital experiences to their users.
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Wise partners G-P for faster, low-cost contractor payments
Thu, 23rd Feb 2023
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digital transformation
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martech
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commerce systems
The new partnership gives customers autonomy, enabling payments in most countries and currencies at the time, frequency and currency of their choice.
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Hnry banks $35 million in Series B round to fuel expansion
Fri, 3rd Feb 2023
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fintechs
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expansion
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hnry
The new capital will be deployed to finance both the growth in Australia and international expansion of the platform.
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Programming, writing and research skills in hot demand
Fri, 6th Jan 2023
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ai
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software development
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ai agents
Programming, writing and research skills are dominating the freelance job market, according to the Fast 50 Q4 2022 Index.