Startups stories - Page 23
Nigerian entrepreneur launches new startup in Brisbane
Wed, 18th May 2016
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Charis is gearing up to launch his third startup, the iKON Tracker, which has already been recognised as one of the top 30 startups at DEMO Africa.
ThunderMaps: Making the world a safer place, one dangerous location at a time
Mon, 9th May 2016
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mapping
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sotw
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startups
New Zealand-based app ThunderMaps enables users to crowdsource hazard locations and receive real-time warnings.
Accelerator programme looking for Kiwi health tech start ups
Wed, 4th May 2016
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healthtech
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bayer
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startups
Start ups focused on health technologies are being asked to put their hands up for support bringing their innovations to market.
NZ Government invites entrepreneurs to our shores with new visa
Tue, 3rd May 2016
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martech
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commerce systems
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supply chain systems
The New Zealand Government is launching a new global impact visa that is designed to encourage entrepreneurs to set up shop in this country.
Aussie tech start-up acquired by GE, sets sights on bigger markets
Mon, 2nd May 2016
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it industry
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intelligent systems
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cloud services
Current by GE acquires Australian start-up Daintree Networks to bring intelligent building solutions worldwide.
Ask Nicely: Measure and manage customer happiness in real time
Mon, 2nd May 2016
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martech
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cx
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feedback
Auckland-based startup Ask Nicely is leading the way in measuring customer loyalty with its Net Promoter Score (NPS) tool.
Banqer: Fun financial literacy for kids
Fri, 29th Apr 2016
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fintech
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finance, leasing & rental
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learning
Banqer, a gaming platform for kids to learn about money, is expanding internationally after winning multiple competitions.
Start-up awards offer one-on-one time with Apple co-founder Wozniak
Fri, 22nd Apr 2016
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awards
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silicon valley
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nz
NZ tech and entrepreneurial communities are being urged to jump into the limelight with this year's Talent Unleashed Awards.
The Hutt Valley primed to be NZ's next tech hub
Fri, 22nd Apr 2016
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wellington
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the mind lab
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startups
Hutt Valley to host public meeting to discuss turning the region into a 'Technology Valley' with a focus on economic growth and job creation.
MYOB and ANZ team up to help Kiwi start-ups
Tue, 19th Apr 2016
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fintech
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financial systems
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myob
MYOB and ANZ bank arm Kiwi start-ups with essential financial tools for a robust launch, promising stronger foundations for new businesses.
Job Well Done: Making child’s play of household chores
Mon, 18th Apr 2016
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digital entertainment
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gaming
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technology gifts
A team from Startup Weekend Dunedin has created a game to make household chores fun and rewarding for kids and parents.
ThisData: Harden your security with two lines of code
Mon, 11th Apr 2016
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cloud services
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security
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sotw
That’s right, add two lines of JavaScript onto your login form and you’ll be making your web site, and the world, a much safer place.
Techweek AKL 2016 programme announced
Wed, 6th Apr 2016
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ar, vr & metaverse
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disruption
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Techweek AKL 2016 to showcase Auckland's innovation hub with virtual reality, start-up competitions and innovation heroes.
Good Bitches Baking: Baking the world a better place
Mon, 4th Apr 2016
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startups
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baking
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sotw
Good Bitches Baking, a New Zealand organization, spreads happiness by baking cakes for those in need. Their idea is catching on and growing rapidly.
Mish.guru: Your Snapchat business dashboard
Mon, 21st Mar 2016
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data analytics
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martech
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cdp
Mish.guru simplifies Snapchat management for brands, providing metrics and enabling campaigns from start to finish.
BioLumic: Using the near-magical properties of UV light to increase crop production
Mon, 14th Mar 2016
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science
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sotw
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startups
BioLumic's UV light technology is revolutionizing commercial agriculture, increasing crop yields without genetic modification or chemicals.
IDEAStarter: Giving budding young Auckland entrepreneurs a chance
Thu, 10th Mar 2016
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learning
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entrepreneur
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accelerator
Entries are now open for the second annual IDEAStarter competition, encouraging young Aucklanders to bring their business ideas to life.
Chinese start up included in Lightning Lab accelerator programme
Tue, 8th Mar 2016
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lightning lab
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startups
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founders
Kiwi firm Lightning Lab welcomes Chinese startup LiangMa to its business accelerator programme, promoting cultural exchange and investment opportunities.
Kiwi company wins big at NZ Direct Marketing Awards for innovative tool
Tue, 1st Mar 2016
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
Data Insight's Valocity online property valuation tool has won five major awards at the New Zealand Direct Marketing Awards.
InsuredHQ: Insurance company Infrastructure-as-a-Service
Mon, 29th Feb 2016
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iaas
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insurance
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cloud services
InsuredHQ disrupts insurance industry with cloud-based system, targeting emerging markets and underserved customers.