What Makes A World-Class Founder-CEO?
World-Class Leadership getty World-class entrepreneurial ecosystems do not simply produce more startups. They produce more Founder-CEOs capable of…
Spatial AI start-up Haydes wins backing from Allbirds’ Tim Brown, Sir Stephen Tindall, Icehouse Ventures
“We’re tackling spatial data because it’s one of the hardest and most fragmented industries, with complex, messy data.…
Simplicity commits $30m to Bridgewest deep tech and health fund
“This investment provides more than just funding for Kiwi technology – it’s a bridge to global markets for…
Kiwi founder Jeff Hawke secures $529m for Odyssey AI with backers including Amazon, Icehouse Ventures
Cameron told the Financial Times that Odyssey can capture physics, body language and other elements beyond large language…
SmartSpace holding company SS Holdings in liquidation owing $3m to investors
However, business opportunities started to reduce for the company from September 2025 as competition, under-investment and a lack…
Smart shopping start-up Appetise secures $8m to fuel US expansion
Chief executive Toby Hilliam said the funding validated the company’s dual model. “Last year, we removed the paid…
Icehouse Ventures Seed Fund IV hits $70m – three factors behind the record raise
1. ‘Golden Visa’ holders Some $22m has been chipped in by 17 “Golden Visa” investors from China, Singapore,…
Plant-based food firm Grater Goods goes into liquidation with debts owed to ASB Bank and Inland Revenue
After seeking professional advice, Grater decided to put the company into voluntary liquidation. It had 11 shareholders at…
Kami founders open chequebook for NZ start-ups, Wellumio crowdfunds for portable stroke detector, Rocket Lab’s US$750m raise – Tech Insider
Hiraya’s existing investments include Ice House Ventures funds, Tracksuit, Halter and Yu Mei. The family office, founded in…
Ketamine therapy, teenage depression and what’s really going on
Jacintha was at her wits’ end. Her daughter was struggling, and they had tried everything ‒ two types…