AppDirect eyes rising energy demand with acquisition of Broker Online Exchange
Canadian-founded software services giant continues acquisition spree with gas, electricity brokerage platform.
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Amii CEO Cam Linke says Canada’s AI strategy requires customers
The head of Alberta’s AI institute talks literacy, adoption, and commercialization at Upper Bound.
Alberta’s tech sector is embracing an AI data centre boom. Will it pay off?
Tech leaders say energy-hungry infrastructure will catalyze startup creation, but critics warn of “oversold” benefits.…
Pender and Novacap recognized for cashing in on last year’s go-private wave at 2025 CVCA Awards
The honours celebrate the deals, dealmakers, and community service behind Canada’s VC and PE firms.
Canadian VCs arrive at annual industry gathering in need of a “wake-up call”
Venture leaders publicly grapple with weak performance and uncertain future ahead of CVCA Invest Canada conference.
Jim Balsillie calls on Ottawa to prioritize stablecoins at Inventures fireside with Premier Smith
Premier indicated willingness to add Web3 expert to the Alberta Securities Commission.
Canada’s next innovation capital
Plus: BetaKit to open full-time Prairies bureau.
Calgary says it has the makings of an innovation capital. What’s the next step?
As Calgary executes its new innovation strategy, it’s fighting to keep pace with demand for startup funding.
“Both strategic and patriotic”: Wealthsimple selects Tetra Trust as its first Canadian digital asset custodian
Tetra Trust has seen an uptick in businesses seeking to reduce their exposure to the US.
Richard Sutton warns against “centralized control” of AI regulation based on fear
At Upper Bound conference, Turing Award winner says human-like AI is “inevitable.”
Lagging growth rate knocks Canada out of top four in StartupBlink’s ecosystem rankings
Toronto “in a tier of its own” as Calgary vaults back into top 100 cities globally.
Google grants Amii $5 million to help post-secondary schools develop AI curricula
Google and Amii hope driving AI education in Canada translates into adoption.
BetaKit to open full-time Prairies bureau
Expanded presence comes as Alberta sees increase in venture funding, interprovincial migration.
Alberta Innovates to name Dr. Mike Mahon as permanent CEO
Interim CEO received unanimous board approval following delivery of go-forward plan for provincial agency.
Alberta tech has energy
Plus: Robinhood scoops up WonderFi, Canadian VC has another tough quarter.