Startups in Oceania raising funds in the week of 13 October 2024

Australia is on all fronts! Find out which Australian startups are raising funds between 07 and 13 October 2024. This week, Q-CTRL and its quantum technology are the talk of the town.

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Q-CTRL - Quantum Technology - AUD 88 million fundraising round

• Amount raised : AUD 88 million (Series B)
• Domain : Quantum technology / Software
• Country of origin : Australia
• Description : Q-CTRLan Australian start-up specialising in quantum software, has raised AUD 88 million to strengthen its technological and commercial development. This Series B funding round is aimed at accelerating the industrialisation of quantum technologies in Australia and internationally.

Rosterfy - Volunteering - AUD 3 million fundraised

• Amount raised : AUD 3 million
• Domain : Volunteer management
• Country of origin : Australia
• Description : Rosterfyan Australian volunteering management platform, has raised AUD 3 million in an extension to its funding round, led by Bailador Technology Investments. Rosterfy helps organisations to better manage their volunteers, particularly at large-scale events.

Marketing Analytics Startup - SasS - AUD 17.5 million in funding raised

• Amount raised : AUD 17.5 million
• Domain : Marketing analytics / SaaS
• Country of origin : Australia
• Description AUD 17.5 million has been raised by an Australian start-up specialising in analytical marketing tools, increasing its valuation by 60 % in one year. The funds raised will be used to further develop their marketing analysis solutions for businesses.

Build Club - EdTech - AUD 1.75 million raised

• Amount raised : 1.75 million AUD (Pre-Seed)
• Domain : EdTech / AI
• Country of origin : Australia
• Description : Build Cluban Australian-based EdTech startup, has raised AUD 1.75 million in its pre-seed round. The company uses AI to help teachers develop personalised lessons and improve student learning through better management of educational content.

Makeup Maker - Beauty - AUD 10 million fundraising round

• Amount raised : AUD 10 million (Series A)
• Domain : Beauty / Cosmetics
• Country of origin: Australia
• Description An Australian startup specialising in make-up products has raised AUD 10 million in a Series A round led by Macquarie. The funds will be used to expand the product ranges and extend their presence on the international market.

These rounds reflect the diversity of growth sectors in Oceania, from quantum technologies to education and beauty, with start-ups looking to strengthen their position in global markets.