QLD tips $55 million into matched VC funding to grow and retain the next Sunshine State success
The Queensland government has tipped a further $55 million into its venture capital funding program, partnering with big-name investors to develop local startups and keep them within the state's borders.
Four Aussie startups that have raised $94.5 million already in January
January is traditionally a slower month for startup funding announcements, so this week we're looking at startups that have raised fresh capital so far this month, rather than this week alone. On the list are startups tackling rental income, peanut allergies, access to solar power, and AI-powered educational coaching.
Tractor Ventures launches 24-hour lending approvals, plans equity fund for 2024
Tractor Ventures CEO Matt Allen opens up about its alternative lending platform, new 24 hour approval process and its upcoming equity fund.
Startup funding dropped massively in 2023, but AI and climate tech are still winners
A new report has revealed that AI and climate tech startup funding is going well, despite overall investment dropoff.
Airtree Explorer is back to invest in more diverse and regional angel investors
Airtree Explorer is a free angel investment course, and its wanting to increase applicants from regional and diverse backgrounds.
Milkrun closure a “setback” for Australian e-bike startup Zoomo, but the pedals are still turning
The closure of instant delivery pioneer Milkrun poses a "setback" to Zoomo, the electric bike startup which outfitted the business, but senior leadership says Milkrun's demise won't compromise the Sydney-based firm.
One way to ensure more VC funding goes to female-founded startups
Women are without defence in an industry dominated by wealthy men whose only check on their behaviour is their ethics and peer pressure.
AfterWork Ventures’ Jessy Wu on how startup founders can better communicate with their investors
Providing excellent written monthly updates is a great way to build investors’ confidence. Here are six tips that will likely put you in the top 10% of investor comms.
What are investment deals looking like in today’s climate? Startup advisers and investment managers weigh in
What are investment deals looking like in today’s climate of macroeconomic uncertainty and investor caution?
Telstra Ventures caught in FTX blowback after investing as part of US$350 million round
The Australian-born, San Francisco-based firm invested in FTX as part of its third fund, which closed in September.
VC player Antler reportedly gauging interest in new multimillion-dollar fund targeting earliest-stage startups
Venture capital firm Antler is reportedly gauging investor interest in a new $60 million fund dedicated to extremely early-stage Australian startups, defying broader market uncertainty.
The Pitch: Stories from Startups
In this webinar we’re bringing together the winners, runners up and the judges of The Pitch to dive deeper into the pitches, what the judges were looking for, and how your startup could learn how to make effective use of an audience of investors and VC's.
