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ASIC signs agreement with UAE regulator to support fintech expansion opportunities
ASIC has signed an agreement with the United Arab Emirates’ ADGM FSRA, which outlines how both nations will collaborate to support fintech startups.
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Springtech offers cloud-based platforms to help mining companies manage their projects and data
Through the cloud-based ‘Spring Portal’ platform mining companies are able to easily manage their exploration and field staff online.
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Australia’s game development industry growing through expansion into other sectors, report finds
Australia’s gaming industry grew at a 9.6 percent CAGR between 2013 and 2016 as it expanded into other sectors, according to a joint report.
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Gold Coast startup HiSmile leveraged social media to foster a unique brand identity in the oral hygiene space
HiSmile leveraged Facebook and social influencers to popularise its flagship teeth whitening product, which uses gels and LED lighting to whiten teeth.
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Australian Government announces review into space industry capabilities
The Federal Government has announced it will be conducting a review into local space industry capabilities to develop a long-term plan for the sector.
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Perth startup Spectur has developed cloud-based solar security cameras to monitor remote areas
Perth-based startup Spectur has developed a solar powered, cloud-based security camera designed to thrive in remote areas and locations.
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Seven Network partners with St. George to launch esports league and gaming show
The Seven Network is partnering with St George Bank to launch screenPLAY, a new omni-channel focused on gaming and esports content.
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Federal Government announces $500 million investment in space-based surveillance and intelligence
The federal government has announced that it will be investing $500 million to improve Australia’s space-based surveillance and intelligence capabilities.
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US entrepreneur Tom Hajdu appointed South Australia’s first Chief Advisor on innovation
Tom Hajdu has been appointed SA’s first Chief Advisor on Innovation, where he will work to lead local collaboration and attract startup talent to the state.
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Konnective is a broadcast messaging app facilitating communication within businesses
Konnective is a mobile app which acts as a “one-stop shop” for employees to communicate and access their existing internal systems.
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Medical cannabis accelerator BuddingTech partners with Guardian Data Software to boost analytics and research
Guardian Data Software has announced a partnership with BuddingTech that will see the organisation utilise their analytical engine and achieve new research.
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Nicole Stark of Disparity Games talks life as an indie dev and the rise of gaming startups
According to Disparity Game’s Nicole Stark, the rise of indie devs can be attributed to the “perfect storm” occurring post global financial crisis.
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Defiant Development’s Kim Allom on the state of Australia’s gaming industry
Speaking at Myriad, Allom shed light on how lack of government support and funding opportunities are restricting the emergence of new startups in the space.
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SproutX partners with Latin America’s NXTP Labs to launch agtech exchange program
SproutX has partnered with NXTP Labs to launch Agtech Passport, an exchange program that will aim to help agtechs gain international exposure.
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EduGrowth launches online pre-accelerator program to develop early stage edutech ideas
EduGrowth has launched a pre-accelerator program, a free online course designed to guide startups through the development of their ideas on to launch.
