Trans-Tasman Straker has sights set on higher AI margins

Trans-Tasman Straker has sights set on higher AI margins
Straker is based in New Zealand but listed in Australia. (Image: Supplied)
Gregor Thompson
Straker shares rose 4% across the Tasman after the business provided more detail on how its artificial intelligence pivot is going.The New Zealand-based translation and verification software firm founded by Grant Straker reported its full-year results to the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) on Tuesday. The business has moved away from traditional revenue streams and towards artificial intelligence-led initiatives.It has made bets on products including SwiftBridge, a fintech that helps companies with regulatory compliance, and Verify, w...

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