Canada’s digital sovereignty: why we can’t ignore stablecoins
The world is building new rails for money, but the Canadian dollar isn’t on them.
FinTech
Former Graphite Ventures analyst to launch new Vancouver incubator Althra
Althra aims to create more space for early-stage, generalist tech founders to build.
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.
Wealthsimple picks a fight it believes it can win
Plus: AI minister says Bill C-27 is “not gone.”
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.
Alan is challenging the idea that health insurance is just a cost
Through a gamified health platform, Alan Play is helping companies cut sick-days costs and drive productivity.
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.
Pine unveils new real estate tools after topping $1 billion in managed mortgages
Toronto proptech turns Properly acquisition into refreshed home search platform as it expands beyond just mortgages.
Rails launches hybrid crypto exchange after raising $14 million USD in token warrant sale
Toronto and Miami’s Rails claims to provide self-custody without sacrificing performance.
Fispan continues industry trend of secondary-heavy deals with Series B round
Vancouver-based embedded banking startup says it’s bringing in $34 million annually.
Koho continues expansion beyond core banking with launch of international money transfers
Aspiring bank claims to offer better remittance exchange rates compared to competitors.
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.
The Canadian engineer trying to fix the internet’s original sin
Coinbase’s Erik Reppel thinks AI, crypto, and open standards could revolutionize internet commerce.
“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.