VarageSale fails to monetize in time, acquired by VerticalScope
Earlier this week, VarageSale announced that it had been acquired by Toronto-based VerticalScope for an undisclosed amount.…
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Canadian medtech needs more early-stage funding
As any startup knows, access to capital is the single most consistent impediment to the incubation and growth of young companies.…
F|T: The FinTech Times – What’s in your digital wallet?
Welcome to the FinTech Times, a weekly newsletter covering the biggest FinTech news from around the globe. If you want to read…
Deloitte releases list of Canada’s fastest-growing tech companies for 2017
Deloitte released its list of Canada’s 50 fastest growing companies today. Celebrating its 20th anniversary this year,…
Shopify’s Tobi Lütke named chair of Canadian government’s digital industries table
The Canadian government has announced that Shopify CEO Tobi Lütke will be leading its digital industries table, which will…
MaRS expands to Boston with new Greentown Labs partnership
Toronto-based innovation hub MaRS announced a new partnership today that will expand its presence to Boston, Massachusetts.…
#GoNorth17 AI discussion walks the line between the power of technology and its social impact
Last Thursday, AI experts and Canadian tech leaders convened at Google’s Go North Summit to discuss some of the issues regarding…
EMERGE acquires WagJag from Metroland Media Group
EMERGE Commerce Inc., formerly known as Transformational Capital, has acquired Wagjag, an online deal community, from Metroland…
Coconut Software closes $4.2 million Series A
Coconut Software announced today the close of a$4.2 million CAD Series A round, led by Toronto-based Information Venture Partners,…
Vancouver to add 1,000 jobs with new Amazon office, but no HQ2
Amazon has announced that it will be opening a second office in Vancouver by 2020, adding 1,000 new jobs that will double its…
#GONORTH17: Shared values, education system helps Canada lead in AI, says PM Trudeau
The Canadian government is going all in on tech and innovation, and no type of tech has more hype than artificial intelligence…
Ask an Investor: How do I connect with VCs?
Welcome to a BetaKit weekly series designed to help startups and entrepreneurs. Each week, investors tackle the tough questions…
Startup Jobs Spotlight: Financeit is hiring
As startups lead the way in building Canada’s innovation economy, BetaKit does its part to help fill the talent gap with…
Nekso wants to close a $25 million round
Nekso is a ride-hailing service that integrates taxi lines, passengers, and drivers into one unified app. Operating under Toronto-based…
MaRS expands to New York with Grand Central Tech partnership
Toronto-based innovation hub MaRS announced a new partnership today that will expand its presence to New York City. Partnering…