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CDC secures AUD $17 billion valuation in ownership deal
EduTech

CDC secures AUD $17 billion valuation in ownership deal

A landmark ownership deal has secured CDC's AUD $17 billion valuation, ensuring its sovereign status while enabling significant growth in data centre operations.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 18th Feb 2025
MyPass Global secures AUD $7.5m to boost US expansion plans
Data Privacy

MyPass Global secures AUD $7.5m to boost US expansion plans

MyPass Global has announced securing AUD $7.5 million in Series A funding, aimed at expanding operations into the Americas.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 17th Feb 2025
TP-Link unveils new UK distribution hub in Newbury
Customer Experience

TP-Link unveils new UK distribution hub in Newbury

TP-Link has inaugurated its largest National Distribution Centre in Newbury, boosting storage capacity by 50% to enhance service for UK and Ireland clients.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Mon, 17th Feb 2025
SAP partners with Databricks to launch Business Data Cloud
Supply Chain

SAP partners with Databricks to launch Business Data Cloud

SAP has launched its Business Data Cloud alongside Databricks, aiming to unify enterprise data to enhance decision-making and accelerate AI initiatives.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Feb 2025
Prenetics unveils DNA-based identity with blockchain tie-up
Crypto

Prenetics unveils DNA-based identity with blockchain tie-up

Prenetics has teamed up with Humanity Protocol to launch a blockchain-based identity verification service via its CircleDNA platform, enhancing secure digital interactions.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Feb 2025
Western Digital plans Flash unit spin-off by early 2025
Physical Security

Western Digital plans Flash unit spin-off by early 2025

Western Digital is set to separate its Flash business by February 2025, as it focuses on enhancing its HDD technology amid rising data storage demands.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Fri, 14th Feb 2025
60% of firms revamping supply chains amid trade turmoil
Supply Chain

60% of firms revamping supply chains amid trade turmoil

A new report reveals 60% of firms are revamping supply chains to tackle tariff uncertainty and market volatility, driving investments in automation and diversification.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Feb 2025
Tusk unveils operations platform with $2m seed boost
Supply Chain

Tusk unveils operations platform with $2m seed boost

Tusk Logistics has unveiled its innovative Tusk Operations Platform, backed by $2 million in funding, aiming to revolutionise shipping management for users.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Feb 2025
Future AGI secures USD $1.6m to boost AI accuracy tools
Robotics

Future AGI secures USD $1.6m to boost AI accuracy tools

Future AGI has secured USD $1.6 million in pre-seed funding to enhance its AI lifecycle management platform, co-led by Powerhouse and Snow Leopard Ventures.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 12th Feb 2025
Reconomy appoints Dodsworth, invests GBP £10m in tech
Enterprise Resource Planning

Reconomy appoints Dodsworth, invests GBP £10m in tech

Reconomy has announced the appointment of Jenny Dodsworth as its new Group Programme & Delivery Director and plans to invest over GBP £10 million in technology development.

By Moritz Florian • 3 min read • Tue, 11th Feb 2025
BRKZ secures USD $17 million to enhance Saudi expansion
Supply Chain

BRKZ secures USD $17 million to enhance Saudi expansion

BRKZ has secured USD $17 million in Series A funding to enhance construction procurement in Saudi Arabia, raising total funds to USD $22.5 million.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Tue, 11th Feb 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Investment stories

Harrison.ai secures AUD $179m for global expansion
EduTech

Harrison.ai secures AUD $179m for global expansion

Harrison.ai has raised AUD $179 million in Series C funding, bolstering its AI-driven diagnostics expansion across global healthcare markets.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Feb 2025
Lack of whistleblowing systems undermines ESG in Australia
Transparency

Lack of whistleblowing systems undermines ESG in Australia

Report It Now raises alarm over the inadequate whistleblowing infrastructure in Australian firms, jeopardising Environmental, Social, and Governance commitments.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 12th Feb 2025
StackAdapt secures USD $235m for global expansion effort
Artificial Intelligence

StackAdapt secures USD $235m for global expansion effort

StackAdapt has raised USD $235 million to accelerate its global expansion, bolstered by key investments from Teachers' Venture Growth and Intrepid Growth Partners.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 11th Feb 2025
Tritax Big Box acquires 50% stake in Heathrow joint venture
Hyperscale

Tritax Big Box acquires 50% stake in Heathrow joint venture

Burges Salmon has guided Tritax Big Box in a joint venture to enhance power delivery for a substantial new data centre at Heathrow, valued at GBP £5 billion.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Tue, 11th Feb 2025
Fortinet opens AUD $75m Australian HQ & Innovation Hub
Firewalls

Fortinet opens AUD $75m Australian HQ & Innovation Hub

Fortinet has opened its new headquarters in North Sydney, investing over AUD $75 million and launching the Asia-Pacific's first Innovation Hub to enhance cybersecurity.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 10th Feb 2025
Shearwater announces major investment in EvenBetter gender AI
Artificial Intelligence

Shearwater announces major investment in EvenBetter gender AI

Shearwater Capital is investing AUD $500,000 in Sydney startup EvenBetter.ai, aimed at tackling gender pay gaps and promoting workplace equity with AI-driven insights.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Mon, 10th Feb 2025