Former Graphite Ventures analyst to launch new Vancouver incubator Althra
Althra aims to create more space for early-stage, generalist tech founders to build.
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FCAC commissioner shares update on Canada’s open banking future, but makes no timeline commitments
Agency is developing consumer awareness strategy, accreditation process, regulator tells Open Banking Expo.
Carbon Upcycling lays foundation with $24.5-million round led by Chicago-based impact investor Builders Vision
The convertible note round will fund Calgary cleantech startup’s project pipeline and corporate growth.
New School Foods to expand beyond plant-based salmon to other meat alternatives
The Toronto startup has opened its doors for a tour of its food tech and launched a new parent company.
Cohere bringing AI into public sector through partnerships with Canadian, UK governments
AI startup says it will heed Prime Minister’s call to make government “more productive and efficient.”
Wealthsimple picks a fight it believes it can win
Plus: AI minister says Bill C-27 is “not gone.”
Nicoya acquires UK’s Applied Photophysics to expand its drug development capabilities and global reach
The deal triples Nicoya’s customer base to nearly 3,000 and gives it a new European hub.
Shopify collaborates with Coinbase and Stripe to support USDC stablecoin payments
Feature roll out allows merchants to accept USDC and convert to their local currency.
Wealthsimple’s Brett Huneycutt explains how its new products advance the company’s financial services vision
Co-founder and CPO talks banking, investing, insurance, and potential Robinhood competition.
AI minister Evan Solomon wary of overdoing regulation, but says Bill C-27 “not gone”
Tech leaders call for procurement strategies that benefit Canadian AI companies following minister’s remarks.
Wealthsimple reveals first credit card, expanded chequing account at inaugural product showcase
Toronto FinTech firm impresses hometown crowd with new products at first Wealthsimple Presents.
Canada Health Infoway’s AI Scribe Program hooks up primary care clinicians with Canadian healthtech
Initiative to provide up to 10,000 licences for AI documentation tools from companies like Well Health and MEDFAR.
Xanadu, NRC, and U of T partner on using quantum to improve electric vehicle batteries
Researchers hope the project results in faster charging, longer battery life, and lower prices.
Former Anges Québec CEO Geneviève Tanguay joins Panache Ventures as partner
New appointment follows executive shake-ups at early-stage VC firm.
Eli Health closes $17-million CAD Series A to fuel launch of hormone-monitoring tech
BDC’s Thrive backs Montréal startup’s plan to begin bringing its hormone test to market.