Startup Inspiration: ex-Groupon CEO Andrew Mason releases Hardly Workin’ album
Andrew Mason, founder and former CEO of Groupon, has released an album on iTunes that “pulls some of the most important…
Launches
Kickstarter to start accepting Canada-based projects “later this summer”
Many Canadian start-ups have wanted to use the popular crowdfunding site Kickstart, but could not because of how it’s…
Intel Developer Zone opens up in Waterloo at the Communitech Hub
The Communitech Hub in Waterloo is breeding many new startups and Intel has expanded their role to help bolster their ideas.…
‘Digital coupon marketplace’ RetailMeNot enters Canada
Texas-based ‘digital coupon marketplace’ Retail Me Not has arrived in Canada. The company has been extremely active…
Microsoft Canada opens $20 million innovation centre in Mississauga
Canadian start-ups will be have a new place to dream in Canada. Microsoft has opened up a $20 million innovation centre in…
Montreal-based Bunch raises $1 million, aims to be the “mainstream platform for discussion”
A new avenue to get your social fix has arrived. Montreal-based Bunch have released what they’re calling a “home…
“Scientific 7-Minute Workout” for iOS launched by Toronto’s Endloop Studio
Toronto’s Endloop Studios, founded by Ken Seto and Garry Seto, believe everyone can make time to be healthy. The company…
Placed Launches Placed Affiliate to Let Developers Monetize by Sharing App Location Data
Seattle-based Placed is an analytics service that ties consumers’ smartphone behavior to brand insights, helping companies…
Trunqshow’s iPad App Notifies Shoppers When Items They Want Go on Sale
With consumers continuing to be inundated by daily deals and email marketing campaigns from retailers, Trunqshow wants to cut…
Top 10 Ways to Improve Lists on Blogs: Listly Revamps Social Lists Platform
It’s no secret that lists are the core of many blogs and online publications, from the 10 best movies of the year, to…
Linksert’s Platform Looks to Get Anyone in the Affiliate Marketing Game
Switzerland-based Linksert wants to be the easiest way for anyone to earn revenue from affiliate marketing, which lets users…
Larky Launches to Help Association or Club Members Redeem Their Perks
Today Ann Arbor, MI-based Larky announced its public launch out of beta to help users who are members of an association or…
Kincast Looks to Tackle Social Video Space With a Focus on Families
Mobile video apps like Keek and Vine have made headlines for their simple focus on capturing and sharing mobile videos, with…
GetGoing Launches "Pick Two, Get One" Flight Platform for Flexible Travelers
Hotwire has built a successful company on the element of travel surprise, letting travelers book hotels at discounted rates,…
Media Spot Me Launches to Connect Experts With Journalists Looking for Sources
Media Spot Me is the latest startup to launch out of the Communitech hub in Waterloo, and looks to give journalists a way…