Finance and markets
There are signs America's new crypto-friendly regime is sparking a revival of initial coin offerings. That means VCs keen on crypto will have new competition — in the US, at least.
If HSBC decides to sell its Australian retail business it would offer a high-quality, clean book — just not one to attract a big premium.
At first glance, new data on Australian startup funding seems pretty positive. But a deeper look at the numbers suggests this year could be rocky for local VCs.
Australian startups raised $4 billion in venture capital during 2024, demonstrating resilience despite market challenges.
From Bluescope to Resmed to WiseTech and Cettire, an unfolding global trade war will have far reaching implications for some of the biggest names on the ASX.
Donald Trump rattled markets by doing exactly what he said he'd do — impose steep tariffs on some of his country's biggest trading partners.
As cybercrime grows, governments, regulators and the financial services sector need to devote more resources to the problem. But where will the money to pay for that investment come from?
