Australia and New Zealand are facing the same challenges as the rest of tech: valuations have fallen, early-stage funding has increased and investors want their businesses to focus on sustainable long-term growth and a clear path to revenue.
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But with Australia and New Zealand isolated from the rest of the world, there is a sense of urgency to build a global product. After all, “doing more with less isn’t the challenge — it’s the norm,” writes TechCrunch’s Rebecca Bellan.
See what Aussie and Kiwi investors are thinking about venture capital in these regions today.
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