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QAI Ventures has launched Asia’s first QuantumAI accelerator in Singapore, aiming to boost startups blending quantum computing and artificial intelligence.

Openmarkets plans to raise USD $50 million to expand its DeFi capabilities and presence across Asia and the US, targeting crypto trading and asset tokenisation.

Accel-KKR invests in LeanDNA to expand its AI-driven APEX platform, enhancing supply chain planning and inventory management for global manufacturers.

Bovonic secures funding from Cultivate Ventures to launch its QuadSense mastitis screening device in UK and Ireland, expanding beyond New Zealand farms.

Colonial First State and University of Sydney launch AI PhD internships to boost wealth management with practical research and innovation.

RecordPoint has acquired Australian AI firm Redactive to enhance its AI data security and governance solutions for regulated industries globally.

PvX Partners invests USD $9 million in Brainstash to accelerate global growth of the Deepstash microlearning platform with user acquisition financing.

Liza Noonan will become CEO of Cicada Innovations in November 2025, aiming to boost Australia's deep tech sector and grow its global presence.

Salesforce Ventures has invested over $850 million in 35 AI-focused enterprises, aiming to fully deploy its $1 billion fund by the end of 2025.

Australian firms invest less in AI than global rivals, yet ROI is set to nearly double from 15% to 29% by 2028, boosting returns from USD $3.2m to $8.2m.

PvX backs Brazil’s Rei do Pitaco with USD $18M in user acquisition financing, fuelling growth in LATAM’s booming regulated sports betting market.

Cropster has acquired South Korea-based Firescope to expand in Asia, supporting 3,000+ roasters and enhancing its global coffee supply platform.

Industry leaders warn New Zealand faces losing billions in GDP unless government acts to develop clear blockchain policy and regulatory frameworks.

Dr Karim Bahou has been appointed Head of Innovation at Manchester's GBP £1.7 billion Sister district to expand its start-up ecosystem and support entrepreneurs.

Blackpearl Group has raised NZD $15.1m in an oversubscribed placement ahead of its planned dual listing on the ASX next month, signalling strong investor confidence.

FE fundinfo launches Nexus AI, an AI tool enhancing compliance, data management and reporting to boost efficiency for UK investment professionals.

SAAS NORTH returns to Ottawa this November, focusing on the future of AI-driven SaaS, with over 2,000 attendees from 800 companies expected.

Startups at the Moscow Startup Summit secured investment offers exceeding RUB ₽1.2 billion, showcasing AI and deeptech innovations from 42 countries.

Carrier unveils QuantumLeap data centre cooling in Singapore, boosting efficiency and sustainability amid Asia's $800bn data centre investment surge by 2030.

Nebius launches global awards with USD $100,000 in AI Cloud credits for startups advancing robotics and physical AI across Asia, Europe and the US.