Mark Pownall

Founded in Perth, manufacturing in Australia, this robotics and AI startup is heading towards unicorn status.

University is deploying $200 million to boost tech development in the resources sector, notably critical minerals.

Perth-based Purpose Ventures has deployed almost 10 per cent of its $46 million fund in its first year of operations, including a recent top-up of its stake in startup PlanCare.

Former test cricketer Wally Edwards has clinched a $160 million price for his Holman Industries irrigation brand from global plumbing player Reliance Worldwide Corporation.

A new Perth-based fund believes digital currencies are going to be integrated into everyday life.

The challenge of taking a startup from an idea to success remains a big one, despite the evidence that the ecosystem has become bigger and funding more accessible.

The state government has committed $500,000 in support for West Tech Fest which opened last night, effectively underwriting the startup convention for another two years.

Perth-based startup fund Purpose Ventures has maintained its local focus, with its first $3 million fully invested in WA companies, the latest being pharmacogenomics company Gene S.

Perth-based Healthengine has dipped further into the red, with its annual report revealing an operational restructure as well as a significant board overhaul over the past year.

Perth-based Healthengine has dipped further into the red, with its annual report revealing an operational restructure as well as a significant board overhaul over the past year.