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Spotify strikes the right start-up notes
It’s been almost two months since the much-hyped arrival of digital music service Spotify to Australian shores, as part of its global expansion. Read More -
Finder.com.au
Finder.com.au is the latest project of StartupSmart mentor and online entrepreneur Fred Schebesta, who also founded credit card comparison website Cre... Read More -
Violight keeps your phone nice and clean
Some people regard their mobile phones as their most prized possession, used countless times a day to check emails, scour social media sites, text and... Read More -
Facebook set for two further start-up acquisitions
Facebook’s disappointing debut on the Nasdaq doesn’t appear to have dampened the company’s spirits, with reports circulating the social media giant is... Read More -
Child-friendly phone puts parents’ minds at ease
Many parents are hesitant to give their children mobile phones for fear of what they might be exposed to. However, there’s now a kid-friendly phone on... Read More -
Spotify banks on “freemium” model following Australian launch
The local head of digital music service Spotify, which launched in Australia today, claims the company’s “freemium” model enables it to appeal to youn... Read More -
YouTube’s how-to category climbs up the ranks
A local tech entrepreneur has sung the praises of YouTube as a communication channel, after it was revealed the video site’s how-to category is the th... Read More -
THE NEWS WRAP: Labor under pressure
Pressure is mounting on the federal government to call an early election following its decision to ask embattled Labor MP Craig Thomson to move to the... Read More -
Software specialist takes 30% stake in Sydney start-up Connect2Field
Australian software specialist Reckon has taken a 30% stake in Sydney start-up Connect2Field for $660,000, with Connect2Field describing Reckon as an ... Read More -
Gadgets dominate most searched-for items in March
Apple and Samsung products were among the most searched for online items in March, according to findings from Getprice, but bicycles and leisure optio... Read More -
Nokia rings in a new era with mobile technology
A new ringtone could make mobiles much more discreet, with the only sign someone is using their phone is that they’re scratching their arm. Read More -
SpareOne fully charged
Makers of a mobile phone that runs on a single AA battery say the phone is expected to keep its charge for 15 years. Read More -
Facebook looks to lure app developers from rivals
Facebook plans to help app developers bypass the app stores of its rivals on mobile phones, and will also help them understand which mobile browsers s... Read More -
How can I best market to my customers via mobile phones?
Mobile marketing has been the bane of marketers for the past few years. Read More -
Video games sales dip not deterring start-up developers
Australia’s interactive games industry remains buoyant as local developers lead the way, industry groups say, despite a dip in “traditional retail” co... Read More -
ICT start-ups dominate $10.4 million Commercialisation Australia round
More than 25 businesses will share in $10.4 million in the latest round of Commercialisation Australia grants, with 11 of the winners coming from the ... Read More -
The global start-up treasure hunt
With Australian venture capitalists unwilling, or unable, to back new ventures, Aussie start-ups are increasingly heading to the departure lounge in a... Read More -
News Corp-backed Beyond Oblivion bankrupt before launch
New York-based digital music start-up Beyond Oblivion has filed for bankruptcy before its launch, despite financial backing from News Corp and nearly ... Read More -
Mobile malware evolving “frighteningly” fast: Report
Malware targeting mobile devices is evolving “frighteningly” fast and has the potential to be even more destructive than ever before, according to a w... Read More -
Swinburne students commended for Rubik’s Cube-solving robot
Australian companies cleaned up at the 2011 Asia Pacific ICT Alliance Awards, including a student start-up that has created the world’s fastest Rubik’... Read More
