For decades, Australia’s wealth rankings were dominated by mining magnates. But in 2025, the landscape is shifting. Tech entrepreneurs are making their mark, with software and digital businesses driving a major surge in billionaire fortunes. The collective wealth of Australia’s 50 richest climbed nearly 10% to $243 billion, even as mining fortunes declined.

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Tech Titans on the Rise

Atlassian co-founders Mike Cannon-Brookes and Scott Farquhar are among this year’s biggest winners, rising to third and fourth place on the rich list. With Atlassian’s revenue soaring 20% to $1.3 billion in the latest quarter, their net worths each grew by over $4 billion. This highlights the ongoing global demand for enterprise software solutions.

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Similarly, Sam Hupert and Anthony Hall, co-founders of medical imaging company Pro Medicus, saw their wealth more than double as their company’s stock surged. With 90% of Pro Medicus’ revenue coming from North America, this is yet another example of Australian tech firms making a global impact.

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New Entrants: Crypto & Software Innovators

The 2025 list welcomes fresh faces from the digital economy. Ed Craven and Bijan Tehrani, the youngest billionaires on the list, made their fortune with Stake.com, a Melbourne-based offshore crypto casino. Their rise reflects the rapid expansion of blockchain and online gaming.

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Also debuting is Charles Gibbon, an early investor in WiseTech Global, proving that smart investments in software can yield massive returns.

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What This Means for Tech Entrepreneurs

This year’s rankings underscore a clear trend: software, AI, and digital platforms are the future of wealth creation. With tech billionaires outpacing traditional industries, now is the perfect time for startups to invest in scalable, high-growth software solutions.

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