AJ Koch

Nov 26, 2024 | startupdaily.net | Cec Busby |Lisa Sarago |Simon Thomsen |AJ Koch

MyDriveHero isn’t just another tech startup—it’s a mission-driven platform tackling one of Australia’s most critical issues: road safety. Co-founded by Rick Markham, Josh Wong, and Blake Robinson, the app gamifies driving habits, turning safe behaviour into cash rewards. The journey began with a personal tragedy and evolved into a nationwide initiative helping drivers save lives—and money. “MyDriveHero was founded by Rick Markham,” explains Blake Robinson.

Nov 26, 2024 | startupdaily.net | Simon Thomsen |AJ Koch |Warwick Donaldson |Lisa Sarago

Earlier this month, the tech world was abuzz with debate following comments from Craig Blair, a renowned VC and partner at Airtree Ventures, at a Tech Council of Australia (TCA) event.

Nov 26, 2024 | startupdaily.net | Simon Thomsen |AJ Koch |Warwick Donaldson

Climate startup Goterra’s innovative new food waste management system has launched in Wetherill Park in Sydney’s western suburbs and aims to transform how the city deals with the thousands of tonnes of food waste generated each week. This represents a significant step towards creating a food waste circular economy.

Nov 26, 2024 | startupdaily.net | Lisa Sarago |Simon Thomsen |AJ Koch |Warwick Donaldson

FB10X, an angel investor syndicate comprised of seasoned executives from leading Australian companies, has announced its latest investment in Heatseeker, a pioneering market experiment platform designed for fast-growing businesses. This investment underscores FB10X’s commitment to backing innovative startups and fostering a more equitable entrepreneurial landscape.

Nov 25, 2024 | startupdaily.net | AJ Koch |Warwick Donaldson |David Burt |Cec Busby

Birchal, Australia’s leading equity crowdfunding platform, has announced the appointment of two industry heavyweights to its leadership team. Darren Westlake, the founder and former CEO of Crowdcube, joins Birchal as a Strategic Advisor, while Rod Bristow, former CEO of Investible, has been appointed as a Non-Executive Director.