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Startups owned by women attract less funds – but earn more money

Fri, 8th Jun 2018
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A study has revealed the average women-owned startup receives less than half the funding of their male counterparts, despite earning more revenue.
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SaltDNA’s Joe Boyle on the journey to building a cybersecurity business

Mon, 4th Jun 2018
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Looking beyond the need to safely store data, Joe has developed software that enables the secure sharing of information across global teams.
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Being from NZ can help catapult our country’s technology exports

Fri, 18th May 2018
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NZ Story Group's head of engagement discusses three points as to why being from little old NZ can actually be of huge benefit to our tech sector.
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Interview: The motivation behind building a cybersecurity business

Fri, 30th Mar 2018
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Robin Block interviewed CybSafe founder Oz Alashe to determine his motives, the challenges involved and what the future holds.
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SODA Inc founder joins EHF fellowship, starts philanthropic venture

Wed, 14th Feb 2018
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Cheryl Reynolds is open to collaborating on new projects, and is actively looking for potential co-founders and partners for 3Cs.
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SheStarts alumni discuss wins and challenges post-accelerator

Thu, 1st Feb 2018
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SheStarts entrepreneurs reflect on their experience in the program and reveal how they navigate the business world.
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Dell launches environmentally sustainable jewellery line

Wed, 17th Jan 2018
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Dell partners with actress Nikki Reed to launch a jewellery line using recycled gold from computer motherboards, blending sustainability with fashion.
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Are solar panels a good investment? Auckland Uni answers

Fri, 13th Oct 2017
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We wanted to offer an educational tool that's impartial and realistic to help people work out if solar is economic for their workplaces.
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Diversify or fail: Govt. puts $8m towards women in tech grants

Wed, 11th Oct 2017
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Australian government announces second round of $8m Women in STEM grants program to encourage girls and women in science and technology.
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Founder of the Tech Girls movement wins entrepreneur award

Tue, 10th Oct 2017
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Jenine Beekhuyzen wins 2017 Pearcey Queensland Entrepreneur Award for her work in STEM education and entrepreneurship. #tech #awards.
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Empowering indigenous communities driving force for EHF Fellow

Thu, 17th Aug 2017
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Kaye-Maree Dunn, EHF Fellow, champions indigenous empowerment, weaving economic and social progress from her rich Maori legacy.
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The ethics of smart devices: A conversation with the #1 IoT influencer in the world

Fri, 28th Jul 2017
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We build things that might be terrific for business, but does it create a world for ourselves that we’re happy with?.
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Let’s not sugarcoat it - MYOB's top tips for 'parentpreneurs'

Mon, 17th Jul 2017
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With school holidays nearing, MYOB shares top tips for 'parentpreneurs' juggling the dual demands of running a business and a family.
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Carpool Coaching: Business mentoring inspired by Carpool Karaoke

Tue, 13th Jun 2017
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Spark Lab's new campaign, 'Carpool Coaching,' takes business mentoring for a ride by drawing inspiration from James Corden's 'Carpool Karaoke'.
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Exclusive interview: Elanation battles child obesity & anxiety with tech

Fri, 2nd Jun 2017
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78% of kids who search the internet for content end up frustrated, confused or anxious because that sea of content is so overwhelming.
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Digital wedding planner app wins Christchurch Startup Weekend

Mon, 22nd May 2017
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Binder helps brides and grooms-to-be plan their weddings with all the service of a human wedding planner and the convenience of a smartphone.
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Te Papa’s innovation hub challenges entrepreneurs to develop innovative sports experiences

Mon, 22nd May 2017
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Mahuki is focusing the development of innovative tools to help cultural institutions tell their stories of sporting identity.
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So you want to be an entrepreneur: What they never tell you when you start out

Fri, 19th May 2017
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Be an entrepreneur for the long haul: Debunking post-sale bliss and planning for realistic, lifelong challenges.
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Grow quickly or fail fast – Christchurch gears up for sold-out Startup Weekend

Wed, 17th May 2017
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The intensive business accelerator requires entrepreneurs to conceptualise, test, and build the foundations of a new business in just 54 hours.
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ATEED launches competition to turn young entrepreneurial ideas into reality

Mon, 15th May 2017
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Winners in two different age categories between 15 and 24 years old will receive $10,000 in business start-up support.