Ontario proposes data centre playbook as demand for AI infrastructure surges
Proposal includes rules requiring projects to bear full cost for their electricity use.
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After 15 years, GoodLeaf proves there’s profit in vertical farming
The company says all of its farms are turning a profit, amid rising demand and expanded distribution.
Xanadu and University of Alberta partner on quantum-powered cancer research
Researchers hope quantum computing can help develop next-gen photosensitizers for light-based therapies.
High-profile investors, tech leaders to speak at CVCA global investment forum
Event takes place ahead of Prime Minister’s investment summit in September.
Telesat’s steep Q2 net loss slows its stock bull run
Satellite operator attributes its $559-million net loss to increased value of debt and warrants.
What Cory Doctorow would do as Canada’s AI minister
Author and digital rights activist talks jailbreaking, the AI-pilled government, and Aeron chair analogies.
BC Founders Day changes venues as it looks to continue growth
The Aug. 20 conference hopes to unite what organizers call a fragmented BC startup scene.
Edmonton Unlimited unveils 10 companies to watch ahead of Startup Week
Companies will be showcased at Startup Week’s Launch Party this October.
Convictional to shut down, return investor money, after AI-era pivot falls short
Former B2B e-commerce startup says it couldn’t find enough customers for its Slack alternative.
What it takes for Canadian tech to enter defence
DIGITAL’s new series is helping founders uncover dual-use opportunities and build a roadmap to seize them.
Medical networking app The Rounds acquired by Native Touch
Halifax-based company will maintain standalone brand and continue hiring in Atlantic Canada.
Canadian tech firms are selling to foreign buyers when it’s time to scale, CCI says
Report says difficulties securing domestic clients, capital, and talent are driving founders to exit early.
RBC and BMO to sell off Canadian payment giant Moneris in $2-billion deal
US-based private equity firm Francisco Partners purchases one of Canada’s largest payment processors.Â
This Ottawa scientist believes skincare is a foothold into the future of medicine
BioThera Solutions’ Frédéric St-Denis-Bissonnette is working with molecules that could help fight cancer.
How Theia’s 3D motion tech is helping healthcare workers avoid injury
New Brunswick study is evaluating patient-turning device with Canadian motion-sensing tech.