SPECIAL REPORT: In 1998, then mathematics teacher Paul Symons was frustrated with the number of desktop computers being stolen from Perth schools, so he designed and created a solution – an innovative locking device that bolted a computer to a desk – PC Locs.
Shark Mitigation Systems has climbed to the top of Techboard’s latest ranking of startup companies, having spent the previous three fortnights at number two.
Listed companies Imdex and Nuheara, the FTI’s Kate Raynes-Goldie and the developer of start-up business Family Zone were among the winners at this year’s WAITTA INCITE awards for information and communication technology.
Ajilon, Permeance and Systemic have been selected from 38 tender applicants to provide web and application development services work for the Department of Education.
Auditor general Colin Murphy has expressed disappointment with what he claims is the failure by many state government agencies to appropriately manage their IT systems.
Social media platform and app developer Thred has enjoyed a steady first day on the ASX, while two other Perth-based companies have made progress on their respective reverse takeovers.
Convicted fraudster William Ardrey has been released on bail, 13 months after being sentenced to a four-year jail term, but has lost a bid to gain control of cash from the sale of a New York apartment.
Newly installed state Innovation Minister Bill Marmion will hold a summit next month to consult industry on how to best spend $20 million in freshly allocated funds.
Perth-based telecommunications company Norwood Systems has tapped investors for a $5 million capital raising to fund ongoing development of its products.
Techboard has named Velpic as its top trending company this fortnight, with the eLearning platform undertaking a capital raising and signing its first sporting and hospitality client.
