Google launches yet another tool to get SMBs online
Google has launched Google My Business to encourage businesses without a website to get online, as well as to complement existing businesses with an online presence.
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SMBs overlooking online security risks: Zurich
A report by Zurich has found that while technology such as the internet and the cloud can be beneficial for small to medium businesses, it's also putting them at risk.
New hub to foster sport technology innovation
The newly launched META Sports Manufacturing Hub is giving Australian businesses, manufacturers, and universities the opportunity to collaboratively take advantage of the AU$300 billion global sports technology market.
eWay takes aim at banks with mPOS cashless payment device
eWay has launched a mobile point of sale solution that will accept Visa, MasterCard, and Eftpos payments through methods including contactless, chip and pin, and magnetic swipe.
Xero to bridge the gap between small businesses and banks
Xero has announced the next focus for the business is to use the data it captures on its platform to help businesses secure bank loans.
Australian SMEs missing out on cloud opportunities: Ovum
An Ovum report showed that only 44 percent of SMEs are actively running cloud services, a lower percentage than consumers.
Xero's new Australian MD plans to invest in education and products
Trent Innes, who will shortly be replacing Chris Ridd as Xero Australia's managing director, said he plans to focus on three key areas that will involve educating customers, and investing in new products and the company.
St George's MyBusinessConnect to help SMBs in the cloud
St George and BCSG have launched MyBusinessConnect to help small businesses and startups with managing their finances, business protection, and growing online.
Microsoft launches SA innovation centre to help startups
Following the opening of a startup innovation centre in Queensland in 2012, Microsoft has opened its second one in Adelaide.
Westpac targets SMBs with launch of Business Link
Westpac, together with Octet, has developed the Business Link trading platform to help SMBs facilitate payments, particularly with international suppliers.