Startups

News and analysis on New Zealand startups including new and early-stage businesses across tech, agritech, open banking, gaming and other industries.
Foiling ferry startup Vessev poised to fly
Technology

Foiling ferry startup Vessev poised to fly

The NZ-based electric boat manufacturer has deals in the works with companies in Hawaii.

Ben Moore 28 Jan 2025
The $70m rise and fall of Ubco
Technology

The $70m rise and fall of Ubco

The two-wheeled electric vehicle startup made it nine years and had a global footprint.

Ben Moore 21 Jan 2025
Startup Law Cyborg offers an affordable AI ‘little lawyer’
Technology

Startup Law Cyborg offers an affordable AI ‘little lawyer’

Founder Andrew Wierda developed the prototype while working as a grad at EY.

Ben Moore 20 Dec 2024
AI sales coach startup raises $2.4m from US investors
Technology

AI sales coach startup raises $2.4m from US investors

Grw AI’s product helped one customer realise a 400% increase in sales.

Ben Moore 19 Nov 2024