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Josh Scott

Josh Scott

Josh Scott is BetaKit’s lead reporter. He is based in Toronto but breaks news and tells in-depth stories from across Canada about all types of technology companies and the folks building and backing them. He has won SABEW Canada’s 2023 Jeff Sanford Best Young Journalist and 2024 General Excellence - Reporter at a Small Publication awards. Josh’s coverage is more complete than his moustache and he’s always open to tips and pitches. You can reach him at josh.scott@betakit.com and @jossco.77 on Signal.

Wealthsimple unveils advanced investing tools as it hits $100-billion milestone

October 22, 2025

As it surpasses $100 billion in AUA, Toronto firm aims to bolster investing with lower fees, diversification, and AI.

Rally festival tells doom-scrolling teens “it’s okay to be unavailable” online

October 22, 2025

From screen time to chatbots, new Toronto festival helps young Canadians reclaim control of their digital lives.

Tech investor associations urge unified capital strategy ahead of budget

October 21, 2025

NACO and CVCA ask for seed-matching program, VCCI re-up, Canadian QSBS, and mid-cap support.

BDC report finds optimism is up among Canadian entrepreneurs despite trade war uncertainty

October 20, 2025

Trade pressure takes a toll as over half reported emotional or mental exhaustion this year.

Spring Impact Capital closes $14-million fund to grow Canada’s climate and healthtech ecosystem

October 15, 2025

The Vancouver impact fund has already invested $2 million across eight Canadian startups.

Provision raises $7 million USD to build AI co-pilots for pre-construction estimates

October 15, 2025

Toronto startup wants to help firms like EllisDon “gut check” pre-construction work.

At Elevate, founders call out barriers holding back Canadian healthtech

October 9, 2025

Entrepreneurs say slow policy and weak procurement limit Canadians’ access to aging and fertility tech.

“Stay tuned”: OpenAI teases Canadian office

October 8, 2025

ChatGPT maker cites Canadian AI talent, capacity, and capital as advantages in global expansion.

AI takes centre stage on Elevate’s opening night

October 8, 2025

From job loss to mental health, innovation leaders unpack the human impact of AI.

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PhenoTips raises $2 million to expand “genomic health record” platform’s global reach

October 8, 2025

Startup will expand in Canada and the UK while laying groundwork in the US, Europe, and Middle East.

The Canadian flag blows in the wind with Parliament hill in the background

CDL Defence, Vimy Forge, and Calian Ventures launch programs to boost Canadian defence tech

October 6, 2025

A wave of new accelerators aim to accelerate dual-use startups and strengthen sovereignty.

Two men stand in front of a Manzil sign with their arms on each other's shoulders.

Manzil surpasses $100 million in halal mortgages for Muslim Canadians

October 6, 2025

CEO says FinTech’s strong pipeline highlights unmet demand for faith-aligned financial products.

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Alberta’s AI legacy runs deep. Here’s how one founder is building on it

October 3, 2025

Ahead of Elevate Festival, Alex Kearney reflects on Canada’s AI history and not staying quiet on global stages.

At Munk School event, FinTech leaders call for Canada to take bigger swings

October 3, 2025

As federal budget nears, leaders see an opportunity for Canada to advance long-awaited priorities.

Venn (Formerly Vault) co-founders

Venn launches product to make incorporation easier for Ontario entrepreneurs

October 3, 2025

The FinTech offers federal and provincial filings in minutes, covering fees with a cash bonus.

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