Canadian Startup News
International IT firm Globant opens office in Toronto, plans to recruit 200 people
byGlobant is looking to hire people with backgrounds in AI, gaming, blockchain.
TrackTik acquired by US security workforce management firm Trackforce
byThe two companies consolidated to better track security operations.
Clear Blue Technologies secures up to $4 million from FedDev Ontario
byClear Blue’s off-grid energy systems have been deployed in 37 countries.
Customer alleges Vena Solutions “falsely asserted” SOC report was independently audited
byVena Solutions confirms an “issue relating to SOC reports.”
Willful’s Erin Bury shares how to prepare for parental leave as a founder
byThe key is to provide confidence that the company will thrive while you’re away.
Three senior-level roles available right now
byCanada Goose, Descartes, and IMAX are all hiring for senior roles.
US court partially rejects Urbx motion to dismiss Attabotic patent lawsuit
byOnly a portion of Attabotic’s claims are moving forward.
Canadian tech companies expand support for US employees in wake of Roe v. Wade ruling
byList includes 1Password, Hopper, Lightspeed, Nuvei, Clearco, Benevity, BBTV.
Wattpad launches creator monetization program with $2.6 million in writer stipends
byProgram will first roll out to English-speaking writers around the world.
Three trends defining the future of cybersecurity
byLack of cyber readiness is a constant threat.
IBM Canada to launch innovation centre in Calgary, hire 250 staff
byThe Calgary innovation centre could reach up to 430 hires.
US companies Avanade, Nautical Commerce, Twilio, Dealpath plot Canadian expansions
byAll four plan to conduct a hiring spree amid a growing number of global tech layoffs.
Clutch cuts staff to extend runway, citing market conditions
byThe layoffs follow a $100 million Series B secured in 2021.
Isaac Souweine leaves Real Ventures, joins Pender Ventures to support Vancouver firm’s expansion across Canada
byAfter backing nine startups through first fund, Pender Ventures hopes to raise $100 million CAD for Fund II.