Round13 launches new venture fund with initial $70 million USD to back blockchain companies providing “the base” for Web3
Bruce Croxon: Web3 infrastructure “a natural extension” to Round13’s software investments.
Bruce Croxon: Web3 infrastructure “a natural extension” to Round13’s software investments.
Shopify has been quietly adding crypto payment integrations to its platform.
Plus: Dapper Labs launches $725 million ecosystem fund for Flow blockchain innovation.
Bitcoin sell-off, other factors impact companies’ bottom lines.
Power calls decrease in fair value of Wealthsimple stake “consistent” with broader stock market decline.
Net income is another matter.
Plus: Applications are open for the Calgary FinTech Awards.
Montréal’s Lighthouse Labs aims to “be the Google” for virtual worlds. What the hell does that mean?
The fund is a joint commitment with participation from a16z, Coatue, Coinfund, others.
Participating startups get a chance to win up to $250,000.
Wealthsimple had Paul Desmaris to fuel its growth; Neo has Peter Thiel.
PayTic wants to remove Excel spreadsheets from payment reconciliation.
Pocketed, which helps businesses find grants, gets granted with $25,000.
Plus: OneVest secures $5 million to help companies like Neo Financial launch wealth management products.
Loans follow the launch of Square card for small businesses.