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Nanotek to clean up in eastern Europe following further expansion
2:34PM | Wednesday, 27 February 2013 | Michelle HammondAustralian car-cleaning franchise Nanotek is expanding into the Czech Republic, Slovakia and Austria, with founder Jim Cornish attributing the move to the region’s “entrepreneurial spirit”.
Silicon Valley’s Tyler Crowley offers advice to Aussie start-ups
2:00AM | Wednesday, 27 February 2013 | Michelle HammondSilicon Valley start-up expert Tyler Crowley has shared his thoughts on how local start-ups can improve their pitches and gain more media attention, as part of a whirlwind Australian visit.
“True-blue” company forced to take patented technology to Texas
2:58PM | Tuesday, 26 February 2013 | Michelle HammondThe founder of Victorian company FreshBins has highlighted the importance of having a good patent attorney, after lamenting the lack of local investment in FreshBins’ patented technology.
Homegrown cookie franchise bites into global market
2:53PM | Tuesday, 26 February 2013 | Michelle HammondGourmet biscuit producer Byron Bay Cookies intends to go global with its franchising model, after establishing six Australian stores, and is looking for franchisees to fuel its expansion.
Google Ventures could be heading Down Under
2:31PM | Tuesday, 26 February 2013 | Michelle HammondTech giant Google is considering launching its start-up investment funding arm in Australia, a report suggests, but there’s no official word on if or when Google Ventures is expected to arrive.
Two Aussie start-ups among 15 finalists for Amsterdam boot camp
2:00AM | Tuesday, 26 February 2013 | Michelle HammondAustralian start-ups 7Write and Revirda will be put through their paces when they arrive in Amsterdam this week, after being chosen as two of 15 finalists for Startupbootcamp Amsterdam.
Sacked Sensis staff welcomed by new tech start-up
2:49PM | Monday, 25 February 2013 | Michelle HammondThe chief executive of Melbourne-based tech start-up Miiy has offered to find positions for retrenched Sensis staff within his company, which is developing a range of business services.
Facebook co-founder Eduardo Saverin shares five insights into the social network’s future
2:40PM | Monday, 25 February 2013 | Yolanda RedrupFacebook co-founder Eduardo Saverin has given the world a tantalising insight into the social media giant – here are five key details.
Online start-up PINCHme partners with Procter & Gamble
2:56PM | Friday, 22 February 2013 | Michelle HammondSydney-based start-up PINCHme plans to build up a database of two million Australian consumers after securing consumer goods giant Proctor & Gamble as its pre-launch partner.
Expert predicts trickle-down effect for group buying after LivingSocial raises $110 million
2:10PM | Thursday, 21 February 2013 | Michelle HammondUS-based daily deals giant LivingSocial has raised another $US110 million from investors, with an industry expert predicting a trickle-down effect for smaller players.
Four things you can learn from the Yahoo! website redesign
2:02PM | Thursday, 21 February 2013 | Michelle HammondYahoo! is redesigning the main entry into its website in a bid to create a “more modern experience” for users, suggesting start-ups can take inspiration from the embattled tech giant.
Airbnb prompts wave of like-minded start-ups
2:58PM | Thursday, 21 February 2013 | Michelle HammondA number of new start-ups have likened themselves to US-based company Airbnb, the leader in travel rentals, which has booked more than 10 million nights of accommodation worldwide.
Entrepreneurialism is AlwaysOn in Australia, says leading US entrepreneur
2:27PM | Wednesday, 20 February 2013 | Michelle HammondHigh-profile American entrepreneur Tony Perkins has highlighted US investors’ increasing appetite for Australian companies, ahead of Australia’s first-ever AlwaysOn conference.
Lust Have It outlines sCommerce models following record year
2:21PM | Wednesday, 20 February 2013 | Michelle HammondOnline beauty retailer Lust Have It has outlined three distinct models of subscription commerce after revealing its subscriptions have grown more than 1000% over the past year.
Start-up bus concept comes to Oz
2:12PM | Wednesday, 20 February 2013 | Michelle HammondThe organisers of SeaChange StartUp Camp Merimbula have launched Australia’s first-ever StartUp Bus, inspired by the Startup Bus in the United States, but it will only take in the far south coast of NSW.
Bettina Liano tells: "Why I'm closing my Australian stores and opening in the United States"
2:06PM | Wednesday, 20 February 2013 | Cara WatersAustralia's Jeans Queen, Bettina Liano, has closed all but one of her Australian stores and set her sights on the United States market instead.
BonusTree benefits program highlights growth of start-up-related businesses
2:52PM | Wednesday, 20 February 2013 | Michelle HammondA new Sydney-based start-up called BonusTree has launched with a vision to offer entrepreneurs relevant business and lifestyle perks.
The race to stay relevant is on
2:38PM | Wednesday, 20 February 2013 | Marc PeskettFrom the retail sector to the media, technology is rapidly reshaping whole industries. However, by taking advantage of government grants, you can make sure your business remains relevant. BY MARC PESKETT.
Etsy country director visits Oz – five insights from the crafty company
2:02PM | Tuesday, 19 February 2013 | Michelle HammondThe country director of US-based eCommerce website Etsy has offered some insight into the company, and has outlined some key tips for online start-ups, as part of her Australian visit.
Long-term strategy is the key to a successful SME: Research
2:47PM | Tuesday, 19 February 2013 | Yolanda RedrupThe vast majority of Australia's top small businesses have a clear vision and comprehensive long-term business strategy, according to new research from the New South Wales Business Chamber.
