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Some of Australia's most notable fintech founders say the ESVCLP scheme should not just grow, but provide clearer guidelines for investors. The post Coalition pledges early-stage VC support as fintechs call for clarity appeared first on SmartCompa...

On Monday, Peter Dutton said the Coalition wouldn't scrap Labor’s fringe benefits tax for EVs. Two days later, the Liberal party did a u-turn. The post Coalition pledges to axe EV tax break used by small businesses appeared first on SmartCompany.

This week's funding round-up includes six Australian or Australian-founded startups that have together raised $62.2 million to scale their operations. The post Six Aussie startups that recently raised $62.2 million appeared first on SmartCompany.

To grow, businesses are prioritising data-driven decisions, hybrid customer interactions and Salesforce-powered tools. The post AI, insight and patience: Three steps to scale up your company  appeared first on SmartCompany.

Amid geopolitical and economic shifts, Australian businesses are moving to NetSuite’s cloud ERP to prioritise financial discipline, cashflow management and real-time data, and seize expansion opportunities. The post Australian business leaders eye...

Rising protectionism in global markets could open unexpected doors for Australian SMEs — if we’re ready to move fast and smart on export strategy. The post Global tariffs are shifting — and that’s good news for nimble Australian businesses appeare...

Shopify's CEO just did what most leaders are scared to do. He told his people to stop waiting for AI to make sense and start making sense of AI. The post Shopify CEO’s bold AI memo a lesson for other executives appeared first on SmartCompany.

A testy exchange over corporate tax rate cuts caught the attention of small business owners at Wednesday's business debate. The post Chalmers, Taylor duel over company tax breaks in heated business debate appeared first on SmartCompany.

Zero Co, the Australian cleaning goods startup promising a sustainable alternative to throwaway packaging, will cease trading at the end of the month, says founder Mike Smith. The post Australian circular economy pioneer Zero Co is shutting down a...

A who's who of tech and celebrity investors have backed Australian entrepreneur Max Marchione and his US co-founders in a $47 million Series A funding round. The post Aussie founded Superpower raises $47 million to help people live longer appeared...

Taxpayers claiming deductions for home office expenses could receive a little more this financial year, after the ATO bumped the popular fixed rate deduction to 70 cents per hour. The post ATO expands fixed rate WFH deductions to 70c per hour appe...

Australia's growth outlook has taken a severe cut in a dire assessment of the global economy by the International Monetary Fund. The post Trump’s tariffs prompt IMF to cut Australia’s growth projection to 1.6% appeared first on SmartCompany.

Proactive tax planning can save small business owners thousands of dollars and give them a clear picture of their financial position before June 30.  The post How to DIY tax planning in your small business appeared first on SmartCompany.

Speaking on Friday, Dutton revealed the Coalition's latest salvo of small business plans ahead of the May 3 federal election. The post Explainer: The Coalition’s new small business tax breaks and tech deductions appeared first on SmartCompany.

Catch has reversed its gift card expiry policy, saying it will refund outstanding gift card balances after it ceases trading on April 30. The post Catch to refund gift cards after backlash over April expiry appeared first on SmartCompany.

The move would prevent business groups like the Australian Retailers Association from applying to the Fair Work Commission to cut penalty rate provisions from award agreements.  The post Labor pledges to enshrine penalty rates into ...

Childhood friends and Luxe Listings co-creators Benjamin Scott and James Kennedy have elevated their bitter dispute to the Federal Court.  The post Founders of Luxe Listings hit TV show locked in fiery court battle appeared first on SmartComp...

The administrators are seeking expressions of interest from parties interested in buying or recapitalising the 112-year-old brand. The post Legacy footwear brand Wittner calls in the administrators for business reboot appeared first on SmartCompany.

A first look at Google's upcoming Project Starline 3D video call system and why it is a step above regular Meet and Zoom meetings. The post First look: Google’s Project Starline makes video calls feel more real appeared first on SmartCompany.

Seer Medical has previously raised more than $80 million for its technology that detects and monitors epilepsy at home. The post Seer Medical saved by $40 million rescue deal from global investors, Breakthrough Victoria appeared first on SmartCom...