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US tariffs compel firms to shift tariff burden to buyers
Supply Chain

US tariffs compel firms to shift tariff burden to buyers

New US tariffs on imports from China, Mexico, and Canada are driving CFOs to adjust strategies, with 59% expecting to pass costs largely to consumers.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 11th Mar 2025
Heidi raises USD $16.6m to ease clinician workloads
Artificial Intelligence

Heidi raises USD $16.6m to ease clinician workloads

Melbourne-based healthcare AI firm Heidi has raised USD $16.6 million to enhance its services, aiming to reduce clinicians' administrative burden and improve patient care.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Mar 2025
D2L awarded top honours by G2 & Tech & Learning
EduTech

D2L awarded top honours by G2 & Tech & Learning

D2L has been honoured with top accolades from G2 and Tech & Learning for its innovative educational technology, including the award-winning AI tool, D2L Lumi.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 6th Mar 2025
New Zealand & Canada boost food innovation partnership
Agricultural Technology

New Zealand & Canada boost food innovation partnership

New Zealand and Canada have launched a partnership to boost the commercialisation of Kiwi food innovations, addressing global market demands effectively.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Feb 2025
Tech executives prioritise AI, face privacy & eco concerns
Artificial Intelligence

Tech executives prioritise AI, face privacy & eco concerns

The VivaTech Confidence Barometer shows 85% of tech firms prioritising AI investment, with US executives most optimistic about national competitiveness.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 21st Feb 2025
Boom Collaboration teams with Image Star for North America
Unified Communications

Boom Collaboration teams with Image Star for North America

Boom Collaboration has appointed Image Star as its distribution partner in North America, enhancing support for its popular video conferencing solutions.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Feb 2025
Ignition appoints Bec Donnelly as VP for global expansion
Human Capital Management

Ignition appoints Bec Donnelly as VP for global expansion

Ignition has appointed Bec Donnelly as Senior Vice President of People & Culture to drive its global expansion strategy and enhance team performance.

By Moritz Florian • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Feb 2025
KPMG launches AI platform for business transformation
Digital Transformation

KPMG launches AI platform for business transformation

KPMG has launched KPMG Velocity, an AI-powered platform aimed at streamlining business transformation by unifying existing services and advanced technology.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Wed, 19th Feb 2025
Employment Hero reaches AUD $250M in annual recurring revenue
Customer Experience

Employment Hero reaches AUD $250M in annual recurring revenue

Employment Hero has surpassed AUD $250 million in annualised recurring revenue, bolstering its mission to streamline employment processes for over 300,000 global businesses.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 6th Feb 2025
TechDay continues expansion with 16 site launches in US & Canada
Unified Communications

TechDay continues expansion with 16 site launches in US & Canada

TechDay expands its North American presence by launching 16 tech news sites across the US and Canada, catering to diverse industries and audiences.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Tue, 4th Feb 2025
iBwave launches cloud-accessible Unity platform upgrade
Network Infrastructure

iBwave launches cloud-accessible Unity platform upgrade

iBwave Solutions has launched an upgraded iBwave Unity platform, now featuring cloud accessibility to streamline wireless project management and enhance team collaboration.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025
Nextiva survey reveals CX's growing importance for revenue
Customer Experience

Nextiva survey reveals CX's growing importance for revenue

A recent survey reveals a pivotal shift in customer experience's significance, with 96% of CX leaders reporting corporate recognition as a revenue driver.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025
Data security concerns rise among social commerce users
Supply Chain

Data security concerns rise among social commerce users

A new SOTI report highlights rising consumer concerns over data security in social commerce, as 54% would avoid retailers using AI to track purchases.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 29th Jan 2025
WonderFi launches TRUMP coin with Coinsquare & Bitbuy
Crypto

WonderFi launches TRUMP coin with Coinsquare & Bitbuy

WonderFi Technologies has launched trading for the TRUMP coin via Coinsquare and Bitbuy ahead of Donald Trump's inaugural ceremony on January 17, 2025.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 21st Jan 2025
AnalytixInsight raises CAD $120k through share issuance
Data Analytics

AnalytixInsight raises CAD $120k through share issuance

AnalytixInsight has raised CAD $120,000 through a non-brokered private placement of 12 million common shares at CAD $0.01 each, pending TSX acceptance.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 21st Jan 2025

Stories from Other Regions

JOLT partners with CIB for $214m Canadian EV network
Network Infrastructure

JOLT partners with CIB for $214m Canadian EV network

JOLT has signed a GBP £214 million partnership with the Canada Infrastructure Bank to install up to 1,500 new EV chargers across Canada, boosting accessibility.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 27th Feb 2025
Esri Canada earns three ISO certifications for cloud security
EduTech

Esri Canada earns three ISO certifications for cloud security

Esri Canada has secured three ISO certifications, affirming its dedication to data security and privacy in cloud solutions, enhancing its credibility as a GIS provider.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Mon, 17th Feb 2025
Spencer Building to boost data centre capacity in Canada
Unified Communications

Spencer Building to boost data centre capacity in Canada

Spencer Building Carrier Hotel in Vancouver is expanding its facilities, adding two new data halls to address soaring demand for data centre services.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd Jan 2025