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Aussie exec Rebekah Horne to head Google Ventures-backed US start-up
10:29PM | Tuesday, 16 October 2012 | Oliver MilmanRebekah Horne, digital director of DMG Radio Australia, has been installed as CEO of US start-up TopFloor, which has been backed by Google’s venture capital arm.
Google looking at expanding its AdWords credit card overseas
10:10PM | Tuesday, 16 October 2012 | Patrick StaffordGoogle may be looking at expanding its newest finance venture, where SMEs can access finance in order to fund AdWords campaigns, to Australia.
Apple to debut iPad Mini on October 23
10:00PM | Monday, 15 October 2012 | Patrick StaffordApple is getting ready to debut the smaller version of its iPad on October 23, a new report claims, following weeks of rumours and speculation.
Gold Coast incubator Silicon Lakes aiming to make a splash among start-ups
10:00AM | Monday, 15 October 2012 | Oliver MilmanA new incubator for tech start-ups, dubbed Silicon Lakes, is launching on the Gold Coast, with a pitch competition for app developers acting as the curtain raiser to the scheme.
Start-ups urged to use YouTube analytics update
10:55PM | Friday, 12 October 2012 | Patrick StaffordThere are now more ways to work out what works and what doesn't on your YouTube video offerings.
Australia Post to invest $2 billion in expanding parcel locker, digital mailbox network
10:08PM | Thursday, 11 October 2012 | Patrick StaffordAustralia Post is making a big investment in parcel delivery systems to keep up with booming online sales that have put a strain on the postal system.
Facebook leaps into eCommerce with new "want" and "collect" buttons
10:37PM | Wednesday, 10 October 2012 | Patrick StaffordFacebook has taken a giant step into eCommerce by partnering with seven large retailers, including Victoria's Secret and department store Neiman Marcus, and introducing new want, collect and like buttons.
Australian mobile downloads have risen 32% in just six months
10:23PM | Wednesday, 10 October 2012 | Patrick StaffordAustralians are now using more internet data than ever before and the trend isn't likely to slow down any time soon, according to new ABS figures.
Top five cloud computing tips for soloists
10:01PM | Wednesday, 10 October 2012 | Oliver MilmanCloud computing – outsourcing your data to a datacentre over the internet – is a growing business trend. If you're curious about the cloud, here are five tips to get you started. BY OLIVER MILMAN.
Companies caught in Alan Jones crossfire highlight key social media lessons
10:15PM | Tuesday, 9 October 2012 | Patrick StaffordIn the age of social media even SMEs have to be very aware of their media profile and branding, as illustrated by the Alan Jones controversy.
The revamped R&D tax break: What your start-up needs to know
10:28PM | Tuesday, 9 October 2012 | Mahesh SharmaIf your start-up is developing a new invention, the Federal Government's R&D Tax Incentive can return up to 45 cents for every dollar spent on it. Here are some facts to be aware of before you apply. BY MAHESH SHARMA.
Gillard urged to help create 'Silicon Beach' for Australian tech businesses
10:38AM | Monday, 8 October 2012 | Oliver MilmanThe tech sector has told the Federal Government that regulations need to change if Australia wants to have its own Silicon Valley.
Facebook hits 1 billion users – but what about revenue?
10:50PM | Friday, 5 October 2012 | Michelle HammondMore than one billion people now use Facebook each month, it’s been confirmed, but concerns remain around the site’s revenue.
Microsoft tipped to snap up music start-up Rdio
10:31PM | Thursday, 4 October 2012 | Michelle HammondMicrosoft is in talks to acquire US-based digital music service Rdio, a start-up created by a co-founder of Skype, it’s been reported.
Meet the Australian biometrics company working with Apple on ID technology
10:04PM | Wednesday, 3 October 2012 | Patrick StaffordAustralian company Microlatch is at the forefront of the smartphone and mobile payment systems security revolution.
Online retailers risking customer exodus over costly shipping: Report
10:00AM | Wednesday, 3 October 2012 | Michelle HammondAustralian online retailers are being encouraged to “do more with the same budget” in order to retain customers, after a report revealed only a quarter of local businesses currently offer free delivery.
How we raised thousands via crowdfunding
10:32PM | Monday, 1 October 2012 | Oliver MilmanA growing number of Australian entrepreneurs are raising capital through crowdfunding websites. Here’s a look at some local entrepreneurs who have raised thousands. BY OLIVER MILMAN.
Formal Apple apology over Maps app a lesson for SMEs
10:20PM | Monday, 1 October 2012 | Patrick StaffordApple has apologised over errors in its much-criticised Maps app.
Mobile commerce boom among five key trends hitting retailers
10:00AM | Monday, 1 October 2012 | Michelle HammondAn “exponential” growth in shopping via smartphones and an increasing customer awareness of price promotions are some of the key retail trends identified in new reports by eBay and Nielsen.
Facebook uses Karma acquisition to create “Gifts” feature
9:21PM | Friday, 28 September 2012 | Michelle HammondFacebook has rolled out a new feature called Gifts, allowing users to send each other real-life presents, believed to be the direct result of its acquisition of mCommerce start-up Karma.
