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Institutional investors stories

Investment in AI and nanotech surges in wake of COVID-19

The acceleration highlights wide recognition that the world cannot afford the human and economic cost of another pandemic.

By Shannon Williams • 6 min read • Tue, 5th Jan 2021

Crypto

Price of Bitcoin reaches all-time high in 2020

Bitcoin's epic bull run is backed by strong investor interest, according to new research from analyst firm GlobalData.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 23rd Dec 2020

Chief Financial Officer

CEOs responsible for financial errors, not CFOs - research

Chief executives are being looked at to take accountability for errors in financial reporting, according to a new global survey.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Sat, 9th May 2020

Digital Transformation

UST Global expands presence with new Singapore office

The new center will enable the company to expand its base in Asia and get closer to its growing pool of institutional investors.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 29th Nov 2019

Crypto

UK tax agency proves crypto is the future of money

UK tax authority HMRC's efforts to tax cryptocurrencies show that they are the future of money, says CEO of deVere Group.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 16th Aug 2019

Radio

TeamTalk sets sights on CityLink fibre optic upgrade

TeamTalk has big plans to put its latest $8.7 million capital raise to work, starting with an upgrade of CityLink's Wellington fibre optic network.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 26th Nov 2018

Power / Energy

EcoDataCenter acquired, aims to consolidate Nordic market

The company hopes to create a distinct environmental profile for major international players and use its new financial muscle to acquire existing data centres.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Wed, 7th Nov 2018

Artificial Intelligence

Kiwi AI breast cancer detection solution raises $AU20 million

Wellington's Volpara Health Technologies raises AUD $20 million to fuel growth in the US, expand research in New Zealand, and roll out sales in Asia.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Tue, 5th Jun 2018

EduTech

Investor data management outsourcing to hit 60% by 2021 - Survey

New research by State Street has revealed that the trend toward outsourcing data management is showing no sign of slowing.

By Ben Moore • 2 min read • Thu, 10th May 2018

Stories from Other Regions

Institutional investors stories

Cybersecurity

Trading halts again as NZX sees fourth day of attacks

NZX hit by repeated DDoS attacks causing connectivity issues, resulting in trading halts and system disruptions.

By Nick Forrester • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Aug 2020

Supply Chain

Is an industrial development boom coming to New Zealand?

Demand for warehouse space is rising as online retail squeezes physical stores, with New Zealand investors watching Australia’s boom closely.

By Michael Curreen • 5 min read • Sun, 14th Jul 2019

Agricultural Technology

SparkLabs Cultiv8 demoday kicks off in September

Agri-tech visionaries gear up for SparkLabs Cultiv8 Demoday in Sydney, spotlighting sustainable food innovation.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 12th Jul 2019

Data Analytics

Augusta launches digital transformation project with IBM and Salesforce

Kiwi company Augusta Funds Management has chosen IBM and Salesforce to further advance business operations and upgrade its investor experience.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 2nd Jul 2019

Physical Security

Quality shortage and solid demand, high yields in Auckland’s CBD

Limited prime office stock is pushing Auckland CBD rents and yields higher, as hotel conversions leave developers short of sites.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 3rd Dec 2018

Supply Chain

Logos to fly the flag in New Zealand

The Wiri acquisition marks Logos’ first New Zealand development as demand for industrial space rises on the back of e-commerce growth.

By Michael Curreen • 2 min read • Fri, 3rd Aug 2018

NZD

Overseas investment on the rise

Foreign capital now dominates New Zealand’s biggest commercial property deals, as domestic investment fell 77% to GBP £400 million in 2017.

By Michael Curreen • 2 min read • Mon, 28th May 2018

Energy efficient

Housing plan commendable, but more innovation needed

Housing prices are likely to stay firm for some time unless the government finds new ways to unlock supply and affordability.

By Michael Curreen • 4 min read • Tue, 22nd May 2018

Auckland Council

Rare opportunity to acquire Auckland apartment hotel

Investors are being offered a 178-unit Auckland CBD hotel with an 11-year lease, in a sale billed as the city's first major since 2012.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Apr 2018

Angel Investments

Record $86m pouring into NZ's early stage investments

NZVCA estimates that there were over 25 domestic and international funds active in early-stage venture in New Zealand during 2017.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Mon, 9th Apr 2018