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StorMagic appoints Susan Odle as Chief Growth Officer
Software-as-a-Service

StorMagic appoints Susan Odle as Chief Growth Officer

StorMagic appoints Susan Odle as Chief Growth Officer to spearhead enterprise sales amidst its SvHCI market launch. Odle to develop key strategies.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Thu, 15th Aug 2024
Campaign management software market to reach $10.2B by 2034
Customer Relationship Management

Campaign management software market to reach $10.2B by 2034

The global campaign management software market is set to soar to USD$4.8 billion by 2024 and may reach USD$10.2 billion by 2034, driven by AI and cloud innovations.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Tue, 23rd Jul 2024
BlackBerry launches CylanceMDR Pro to tackle cyber threats
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

BlackBerry launches CylanceMDR Pro to tackle cyber threats

BlackBerry unveils CylanceMDR Pro, an AI-driven managed detection and response service, aimed at enhancing cybersecurity for SMEs without major infrastructure changes.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Jul 2024
BGF invests GBP £5 million in Cardiff-based PureCyber
EduTech

BGF invests GBP £5 million in Cardiff-based PureCyber

BGF has invested GBP £5 million into Cardiff's PureCyber, a fast-growing cybersecurity firm, appointing Ben Marnham as Non-Executive Chair to spearhead further growth.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 17th Jul 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Small Business (SMB) stories

Xero offers up $20,000 to a trailblazing tech-focused small business
Partner Programmes

Xero offers up $20,000 to a trailblazing tech-focused small business

Xero is offering a NZD $20,000 prize to a tech-focused Kiwi small business through its Beautiful Business Fund competition, aiming to boost innovation.

By Bridget Snelling • 2 min read • Thu, 22nd Aug 2024
ESGpedia named official platform partner for SAFE Initiative
Data Analytics

ESGpedia named official platform partner for SAFE Initiative

SFIA appoints ESGpedia as the official ESG platform partner for the SAFE Initiative, aiming to enhance ESG data reporting across ASEAN through advanced technology solutions.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 21st Aug 2024
ViCyber offers affordable cyber solutions to Australian SMEs
Ransomware

ViCyber offers affordable cyber solutions to Australian SMEs

ViCyber offers SMEs affordable, automated cyber solutions amid stricter regulations and rising cyber threat costs, aiming to prevent substantial losses.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 20th Aug 2024
Navigating the path to sustainable success: Strategies for small businesses in 2024
Customer Relationship Management

Navigating the path to sustainable success: Strategies for small businesses in 2024

Facing an uncertain future, Australian small businesses must embrace strategic financial planning and build strong customer relationships to thrive in 2024.

By Vijay Sundaram • 3 min read • Fri, 16th Aug 2024
Assured Data Protection partners with KHIPU Networks for SMEs
EduTech

Assured Data Protection partners with KHIPU Networks for SMEs

Assured Data Protection and KHIPU Networks partner to deliver cost-effective, enterprise-grade disaster recovery and data protection services to UK and South African SMEs.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 13th Aug 2024
Confidence in construction returning faster than other sectors
Small Business

Confidence in construction returning faster than other sectors

Amid softer overall sentiment, 94% of construction and manufacturing SMEs expect the next year to be better, research commissioned by Prospa shows.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Tue, 13th Aug 2024
New CFO for Zempler Bank as it rebrands from Cashplus
Fintech

New CFO for Zempler Bank as it rebrands from Cashplus

Dominic Wade joins newly rebranded Zempler Bank as CFO and Executive Director, bringing two decades of financial expertise from Alba Bank, Unity Trust Bank, and NatWest.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Thu, 8th Aug 2024
Equity crowdfunding industry in Australia sees 16% growth
Health Technologies

Equity crowdfunding industry in Australia sees 16% growth

Australia's equity crowdfunding grows 16% in FY24, raising AUD $64.5 million from 35,000 investments, despite economic challenges. Birchal leads with AUD $46.5 million.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Jul 2024
Birchal report highlights AUD $64.5m rise in equity crowdfunding
Health Technologies

Birchal report highlights AUD $64.5m rise in equity crowdfunding

An industry report by Birchal reveals Australian crowd-sourced funding grew by 16% in FY24, with AUD $64.5 million raised despite economic challenges.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 24th Jul 2024
Airwallex granted AFSL for retail investment products expansion
Small Business

Airwallex granted AFSL for retail investment products expansion

Airwallex has become the first major payments firm to secure an Australian Financial Services Licence, enabling its expansion into retail investment products.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 24th Jul 2024
Experts weigh in on the complexities of the EU AI Act implementation
Physical Security

Experts weigh in on the complexities of the EU AI Act implementation

Experts are voicing concerns and insights as the EU AI Act, due to take effect on 1 August 2024, introduces new compliance challenges for the tech sector.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Wed, 24th Jul 2024
The mindset and skills every SME should invest in NOW to succeed in future
Data Analytics

The mindset and skills every SME should invest in NOW to succeed in future

In a rapidly digitalising world, SMEs must invest in a future-ready mindset and essential skills like digital marketing, SEO, and data analytics to thrive.

By Digital Boost • 5 min read • Thu, 18th Jul 2024
AI expert offers tips to help small businesses leverage AI tools
Generative AI

AI expert offers tips to help small businesses leverage AI tools

Rebecca Hegeman of Localsearch shares strategic insights on harnessing AI for SMEs, addressing a significant adoption gap.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Jul 2024
Employment Hero's SmartMatch tool slashes recruitment time
Small Business

Employment Hero's SmartMatch tool slashes recruitment time

Employment Hero unveils SmartMatch tool to cut two weeks from recruitment, easing the burden on SMEs. Offering live candidate searches, SMEs gain a competitive edge.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 17th Jul 2024