WonderFi CEO Dean Skurka kidnapped, released after reportedly paying $1-million ransom
WonderFi says it is providing “full cooperation to the Toronto Police Service on this active investigation.”
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MedEssist offers pharmacists medication delivery through new partnership with Uber Direct
New integration is expected to let community pharmacies across North America outsource medication delivery.
Neo Financial snags top spot on Deloitte’s 2024 Technology Fast 50
This year’s winners achieved an average three-year revenue growth of 3,559 percent.
Manzil acquires Aghaz to expand Halal financial solutions to the United States
Deal includes Aghaz’s platform and status as a Registered Investment Advisor with the SEC.
Founders of Sysomos, Aislelabs find traction bringing their AI research to AEC
Workorb secures $2.6 million CAD to advance AI in architecture, engineering, construction sectors.
Shopify alums secure $7-million CAD seed round for AI mobile commerce platform Reactiv
Despite commitment to build in Canada, Reactiv chose more “ambitious” US-based investors.
Father-son Schwartz duo team up with FinTech founders to launch Exit North Ventures
Leaders of Canadian Fintech, CLA, Financeit, LendCare, others look to back FinTech startups with $20-million fund.
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.
Mave reveals $2 million CAD in pre-seed funding following beta launch of real estate AI assistant
Startup wants to reduce the hours agents and brokers spend on administrative tasks.
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.
Chris Albinson departs as Communitech CEO but keeps reins of True North Fund
True North Fund announces second close with three unnamed investments to date.
Shopify combines its financial solutions into one dashboard
Canadian merchants can currently use two of Shopify’s five Finance offerings.
Panache Ventures partner Chris Neumann to depart VC firm, Sarah Willson promoted to principal
Partner Patrick Lor to lead Panache’s efforts in Western Canada going forward.
Parachute closes $1.5 million to help struggling Canadians improve their financial health
Decades after filing for bankruptcy, Bruce Hodges aims to give Canadians another option.
Plooto appoints John McLane as new CEO
Toronto FinTech scaleup has reshaped its team with recent hires and restructured workforce.