Angel investors stories - Page 3
Lightning Lab backs Kiwi start-ups thinking big
Thu, 25th Feb 2016
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The Lightning Lab has announced the digital startups that will take part in the Lightning Lab 2016 Auckland Programme and the Wellington XX Programme.
The New Zealand Venture Investment Fund breaks even or better from one-in-five exits
Fri, 10th Jul 2015
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Crown's NZ Venture Fund achieves break-even or profits in 21% of exits, aligning with early-stage investment norms, says CEO Banga.
Seven startups gain repayable government grants totalling $3.15 million
Thu, 4th Jun 2015
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physical security
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intellectual property
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universities
Seven government grants, totaling $3.15 million, have been awarded to New Zealand startups through technology business incubators.
Apple co-founder Woz to judge top Kiwi tech talent
Tue, 24th Jun 2014
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personal computing devices
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apple
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Apple's Wozniak and Sir Richard Branson to judge NZ's finest in global tech contest, highlighting Kiwi innovation on the world stage.
Kiwi start-ups receive $3m investment boost
Wed, 18th Jun 2014
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Nine Kiwi startups have secured offers of seed investment totalling NZD $3 million from the Lightning Lab Demo Day, New Zealand's prime pitch event.
Kiwi start-up celebrates one year birthday with global award
Thu, 29th May 2014
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results.com
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Kiwi SAAS start-up Results.com marks its first year with a global win at TiE50, celebrating remarkable growth and a 139% boost in client productivity.
Countdown begins as start-ups await make or break digital chance
Tue, 20th May 2014
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greenbutton
New Zealand's top digital startup companies will pitch to angel investors next week at the Lightning Lab Demo Day.
Cash-strapped Kiwi firms offered $200m in financing
Tue, 29th Oct 2013
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endeavour
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Endeavour Capital Limited is offering $200m of offshore investment to cash-strapped New Zealand companies to boost growth and international expansion.
Digital firms seek start-up spark
Fri, 21st Sep 2012
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mbie
NZ’s first digital accelerator Lightning Lab will back the best startup teams from the ground up with cash, muscle and entrepreneur-driven momentum.
Startup Weekend, Trending or Tour de Force?
Tue, 31st Jul 2012
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startups
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founders
Startup Weekend: Beyond a trend, shaping the future of entrepreneurship through community and collaborative innovation.
Can New Zealand become the world multicore capital?
Mon, 27th Feb 2012
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developers
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open parallel
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intel
Open Parallel aims to ignite a new software industry in New Zealand with Multicore World in Wellington, featuring top global and local tech leaders.
Funding your start up, part 2: Market Validation
Wed, 15th Feb 2012
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google
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massey university
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Cracking the code to startup success: Market validation is key, says Massey Uni expert, Sabrina Nagel, before seeking funding.
Funding your startup, part 1: Angel Investors
Tue, 7th Feb 2012
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The first in a series on what to do if you've got a great business idea but need cash to get it off the ground.
Calling all tech entrepreneurs
Mon, 12th Sep 2011
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event
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angel investors
New Zealand tech entrepreneurs only have until September 15 to register for a Silicon Valley conference aimed at opening doors to the US market.
BnB next big internet thing?
Thu, 2nd Jun 2011
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airbnb
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hotels
Once dismissed by investors, Airbnb now rivals New York's largest hotels with its innovative platform, securing USD $100 million in new funding.
Video: Icehouse 10 year anniversary
Mon, 18th Apr 2011
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The Icehouse celebrates a decade of nurturing Kiwi entrepreneurship and innovation at Auckland's Pullman hotel, highlighted by influential guest speakers.