“The world’s biggest problems are not going to be solved with software”: HardTech talks semiconductors and AI
VentureLab’s HardTech event discusses the state of Canadian deep tech, re-shoring, and the investment landscape.
Events
Alexis Ohanian and Matt Damon can help Xatoms clean water around the world
Diana Virgovicova explains how she’s using quantum chemistry, grants, and celebrity to solve a global problem.
Vantage Points: Scott Langille says the next generation of BC tech needs help
Atelier co-founder launches V2, a new collective to connect BC entrepreneurs across disciplines.
Vantage Points: Alison Taylor thinks tech is actually kind of weird
Jane App co-founder says she doesn’t understand recent calls for businesses to leave Canada.
Vantage Points: Anne Stevens explains how Canada almost lost AbCellera to the US
AbCellera wants to be BC’s life sciences anchor company. It almost didn’t happen.
Founders of Propel Holdings, Plusgrade, and Redbrick among 2024 EY Entrepreneur of the Year regional winners
Regional winners will compete for national title to represent Canada globally in Monaco.
Vantage points: Josh Nilson thinks BC should focus on its sector strengths
East Side Games co-founder says Canada’s “forgotten stepchild” is a global leader in gaming and climate tech.
Canadian tech’s lost generation
Plus: VC departures, political mudslinging, and a new centaur startup.
Clio’s Jack Newton can build another Shopify without building like Shopify
Practical patriotism is cool now.
BC tech leaders look to reconnect at BetaKit Town Hall: Vancouver
A pulse check with local leaders on BC tech and where it goes next.
Jane App, Daanaa headline 2024 BC Tech Impact Awards winners
Awards recognize companies and individuals who have made a significant impact on BC’s tech industry.
Jane App co-founder reveals company’s centaur status at BetaKit Town Hall: Vancouver
Jane App sported a 378 percent three-year revenue growth rate on last year’s Technology Fast 50.
“Intensely patriotic” Jack Newton shares practical approach to scaling Clio at BetaKit Town Hall: Vancouver
Clio’s CEO and founder reminds Canadian tech entrepreneurs there’s more than one way to build.
Québec’s early-stage ecosystem eyes American investment amid fundraising woes
“Living dead” companies last too long in the Canadian ecosystem, said CDPQ’s Tom Birch.
SAAS NORTH puts AI’s impact under the microscope
Disruptor or distraction? Tealbook, Disco and more weigh in on AI in Ottawa on Nov. 13, 14, 2024