Startups stories - Page 28
NZ start-up turns to PledgeMe to raise $500,000
Mon, 9th Mar 2015
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A Kiwi tech startup has jumped on the equity crowdfunding bandwaggon, and is hoping to raise $500,000 through PledgeMe to grow its app.
Sydney fintech hub moves closer to completion
Thu, 5th Mar 2015
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Sydney's Stone and Chalk, set to be the epicentre for Aussie fintech, gears up for its grand opening with a new Chair and corporate allies.
Microsoft Ventures partners with Lightning Lab for 2015 programme
Wed, 17th Dec 2014
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In 2015 Microsoft Ventures is again partnering with Lightning Lab to provide start-ups with tools needed to bring ventures to market.
Kiwi startup company takes the hassle out of headhunting
Fri, 5th Dec 2014
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NZ's Snaffle revolutionises job matching, pairing employers with ideal candidates, slashing recruitment stress and time, say creators.
Kiwi school lunch ordering system quicker than making a sandwich
Thu, 20th Nov 2014
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Hawke’s Bay's Lunchonline revolutionizes school lunches, enabling parents to order quickly online, ensuring kids enjoy nutritious meals at school.
Kiwi tech start-up revs up the US rental car industry
Wed, 19th Nov 2014
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This model provides a win-win solution where travellers get a free one-way car or campervan hire while rental companies save big money on relocation costs.
Polaroid-style prints for iPhone and Android in the works
Fri, 14th Nov 2014
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French start-up Prynt is developing a smartphone case that doubles as a printer, allowing users to instantly print their photos.
David Kirk's tech fund to raise A$40 million on ASX to invest in NZ, Aus tech
Thu, 6th Nov 2014
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David Kirk, chairman of Trade Me Group and Kathmandu Holdings, is seeking to raise A$25 million to A$40 million in an initial public offer on the A.
Social media key to new growth for NZ exporters and start ups
Fri, 31st Oct 2014
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Social media is becoming an increasingly crucial tool for NZ exporters, and exporters are using this channel in more creative and innovative ways.
Ten traits to look for when hiring for your start up
Tue, 28th Oct 2014
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Traits to look for in start-up hires: motivation, curiosity, can-do attitude, balls, hunger, humour, impact, flexibility, audacity, competitiveness. 🚀.
Notable PDF: The first New Zealand company to join Google for Work
Wed, 22nd Oct 2014
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Notable PDF has announced it is a Google for Work Partner, making it the first New Zealand company to join Google’s latest partner program.
Mentors on tap at The Lightning Lab
Wed, 8th Oct 2014
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The Lightning Lab expands to Auckland, offering start-ups mentoring, seed capital, and a chance to turn ideas into reality.
Coming up: Startup Weekend Auckland November 2014
Mon, 29th Sep 2014
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Startup Weekends are 54-hour events designed to provide superior experiential education for technical and non-technical entrepreneurs.
Lightning Lab accelerates Kiwi start ups to success with $2.2m funding
Tue, 12th Aug 2014
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Teams from Lightning Lab, New Zealand's digital accelerator programme, have secured $2.2m in seed investment capital.
$65k up for grabs as Govt offers Kiwi start ups flying start in business...
Tue, 29th Jul 2014
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The ANZ Flying Start Business Plan Competition is back for 2014, and looking to uncover New Zealand’s next big thing.
CIOs: Startup trends worth watching...
Fri, 11th Jul 2014
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With the press overhyping 3D printing, virtual reality, and Bitcoin, it’s hard for CIOs to track the startup trends impacting business today.
Tech start-ups on the rise as Govt pledges $30m grants prize
Thu, 10th Jul 2014
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New Zealand expands its network of business incubators with the introduction of new technology-focused incubators.
Kiwi start-ups receive $3m investment boost
Wed, 18th Jun 2014
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Nine Kiwi startups have secured offers of seed investment totalling NZD $3 million from the Lightning Lab Demo Day, New Zealand's prime pitch event.
Govt: New Vodafone HQ to anchor Christchurch Innovation Precinct
Wed, 4th Jun 2014
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Vodafone's new HQ will be the keystone of Christchurch's Innovation Precinct, set to transform the city into a hub for technology and growth.
Kiwi start-up celebrates one year birthday with global award
Thu, 29th May 2014
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Kiwi SAAS start-up Results.com marks its first year with a global win at TiE50, celebrating remarkable growth and a 139% boost in client productivity.