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Mila is a research institute and innovation hub focused on advancing artificial intelligence from the lab into real-world impact. Stories under this tag explore how Mila collaborates with industry, investors and policymakers to turn strong AI research foundations into thriving startup ecosystems and practical applications.

By reading Mila-tagged articles, you’ll gain insight into how AI research organizations are shaping investment priorities, influencing venture capital flows and advocating for the infrastructure needed to scale cutting-edge ideas. These stories highlight the strategies, partnerships and policy recommendations that can help transform scientific advances in AI into sustainable companies and long-term economic value.

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Fresha secures $31 million from J.P. Morgan for expansion

Fri, 23rd Aug 2024
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Fresha secures a $31 million venture debt facility from J.P. Morgan to fuel expansion, enhance AI capabilities, and support new market entries.
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OVHcloud's recycled datacentres highlight sustainable innovation

Tue, 16th Jul 2024
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OVHcloud reveals plans for its innovative recycled datacentres, repurposing sites like old aluminium plants and a former NSA base as part of its green initiative.
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BlueVoyant wins 2024 Microsoft Worldwide Security Partner award

Mon, 1st Jul 2024
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BlueVoyant has clinched the 2024 Microsoft Worldwide Security Partner of the Year Award, marking its third win as US partner of the year and a debut win in Canada.
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Genetec to open new R&D hubs & Experience Centres worldwide

Thu, 30th May 2024
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Genetec is expanding globally with new R&D hubs in Vienna, Krakow, and Orléans, alongside new Experience Centres in Washington D.C., Sydney, and Dubai.
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Auckland ranks fourth in global remote work destinations

Thu, 25th Apr 2024
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Auckland, New Zealand, clinches the fourth spot globally for best remote work destinations in Remote's 2024 report, standing out for its quality of life and connectivity.
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Paysend expands services with amplified Currencycloud partnership

Thu, 28th Mar 2024
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Fintech firms Paysend and Currencycloud expand partnership, aiming to extend Paysend's global services and boost its foreign exchange capabilities, potentially benefiting customers worldwide.
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IWD 2024: Grokking our way to gender parity in tech

Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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To mark IWD 2024, we delve into continued gender disparities in tech and education, but signs of progress emerge, particularly at Grok Academy, focusing on bridging the gender gap.
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UK students call for faster AI tool adoption in universities

Tue, 5th Mar 2024
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Two-thirds of students believe their universities are too slow to adopt AI learning tools, signalling a sizeable need gap, according to a new survey.
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Australian CFOs lacking trust in their own financial data

Tue, 6th Feb 2024
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New research uncovers lack of trust among 22% of Australian CFOs in their organisations' financial data, highlighting potential difficulties in decision-making.
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American Express launches OptBlue to boost card acceptance

Wed, 20th Dec 2023
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American Express introduces OptBlue in Australia, aiming to expand small businesses' acceptance of Amex cards by offering favourable processing rates.
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Younger generations less likely to change their passwords

Wed, 27th Sep 2023
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Generation Z and Millennials in Australia and Canada less likely to change passwords, says study. Americans want companies to pay ransom.
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UK businesses warned about integration of AI chatbots

Fri, 1st Sep 2023
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British officials are warning organisations about integrating artificial intelligence-driven chatbots into their businesses.
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New Zealand takes major step in cybersecurity with integrated agency formation

Thu, 31st Aug 2023
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New Zealand's CERT NZ and NCSC have joined forces to create a lead operational cyber security agency, similar to those in Australia, the UK, and Canada.
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Titan of Tech - Christopher Hills of BeyondTrust

Thu, 17th Aug 2023
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Christopher Hills, Chief Security Strategist at BeyondTrust, is a forward-thinking executive who has shaped the company's vision and strategy.
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E9pay and Currencycloud launch E9pay Collection Service

Wed, 14th Jun 2023
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E9pay partners with Currencycloud to launch a collection service, allowing Korean merchants and SMEs to send and collect funds worldwide.
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Government ministry blocks AI technology from staff use

Fri, 9th Jun 2023
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New Zealand's Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment has banned staff from using AI technology due to data and privacy risks.
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Exclusive: Semperis continues to rise to the challenge

Fri, 19th May 2023
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Identity Security has become a necessity for businesses and organisations facing evolving cyber attacks. TechDay spoke with Semperis to find out more.
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Ransomware prolific in first quarter of 2023 – report

Wed, 26th Apr 2023
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After a seemingly slow quarter of ransomware activity during the late-2022 holiday season, there was alarming surge of activity in the first quarter of 2023.
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No evidence of responsible AI in world's largest banks

Tue, 28th Mar 2023
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Banks across North America and Europe are failing to publicly report on their approaches to responsible AI development.
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Strong decade of growth projected for Barcode Scanner Market

Mon, 27th Mar 2023
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The market is estimated to thrive between 2021 and 2031 on the back of healthy demand from retail, eCommerce, logistics and manufacturing facilities.