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Small businesses boost Black Friday sales by 30% through embedded finance, securing fast funding via eCommerce platforms to overcome cash flow challenges.

Finance firms are shifting from AI hype to mature, strategic use, aiming to cut costs by 81% and speed processing by 73% with integrated solutions.

Bizcap has acquired US-based AI-driven platform 8fig to enhance global SME funding, integrating tech to speed up flexible lending across multiple markets.

project44 grows new annual recurring revenue by over 40% and reaches operational cash flow breakeven amid rapid AI-driven expansion in supply chain solutions.

Stuut Technologies secures USD $29.5m Series A funding to expand its AI platform that automates accounts receivable, cutting manual tasks by 70%.

Over half of finance teams report only partial AI automation, focusing on accuracy and fraud prevention amid reliance on outdated tools and manual tasks.

Automation can tackle talent shortages in finance by cutting repetitive tasks, making roles more engaging amid new European e-invoicing mandates.

China's mobile gaming market earned US $32.7bn in 2024, with domestic ad agencies vital in funding developers' global expansion and scaling efforts.

Zero Touch A/R transforms finance by automating receivables, boosting cash flow, and freeing CFOs to focus on growth and strategic initiatives.

Qantas and Airwallex have launched Airwallex Yield for over 625,000 SMEs, enabling returns on idle AUD and USD funds via low-risk money market investments.

U.S. fintech Kaaj will accelerate its AI-driven platform, hoping to revolutionise small business loan underwriting and boost access to capital.

Payments now make up 55% of global fintech revenues at USD $126 billion, driven by innovation, regulation, and demand for instant, secure transactions.

Europe's Deep Tech startups, rooted in labs, struggle with app-style funding models; new Playbook urges patient capital aligned with scientific milestones.

Pipe launches its embedded capital platform in Australia via Live Payments, enabling SMEs to access pre-approved funding within their existing payment portal.

Embedded lending is revolutionising Australian business purchases, enabling instant financing within the buying process and boosting sales efficiency.

Australian companies must automate accounts payable to cut costs, reduce fraud risks, and improve cash flow visibility amid mounting pressure on finance teams.

Supervity launches its AP AI Command Centre to automate invoice-to-pay finance tasks, cutting processing times by 90% and boosting payment accuracy for firms.

Intuit QuickBooks has launched AI agents in Australia to automate key SME workflows, boosting efficiency and reducing time spent on bookkeeping and compliance.

New Zealand’s GrowPay launches a digital platform offering farmers flexible loans and payments to match seasonal cash flows and ease financial stress.

Cyber threats top concerns for Pacific businesses in 2025, as economic and climate risks rise, according to Aon's Global Risk Management Survey.