Polygon buys blockchain startup Sequence to power its stablecoin push
Sequenceâs modular crypto infrastructure will support payments platform powering Stripe and Polymarket.
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Tetra Trust clears another hurdle on its path to launching CADD stablecoin
Successful test saw CADD transferred between National Bank and Wealthsimple.
Coinbase Canada CEO Lucas Matheson to join former Shopify colleagues at Opendoor
Former Shopify COO Kaz Nejatian continues to poach Canadian tech talent.
Stablecorp claims to have first regulator-approved stablecoin tied to Canadian dollar
Toronto firm approved under existing stablecoin framework, but will be ready for new federal strategy.
Crypto advocates want blockchain tech added to Canadian AI ministerâs portfolio
The Canadian government’s new Stablecoin Act responds to some of the industry’s demands.
After years of disappointment and delay, #Budget2025 commits to a âcompetitive and innovativeâ financial system
Movement on open banking, Real-Time Rail, and stablecoin legislation all promised in Budget 2025.
Stablecoins are at a regulatory crossroads in Canada. Whatâs next?
As the digital asset explodes in popularity, Canadian FinTech wants movement on regulation.
WonderFiâs acquisition by Robinhood delayed until first half of 2026
Extra development work and regulatory approvals push closure of sale into next year.
Paytrie spinout Loon raises $3 million to oversee Canadian dollar-backed stablecoin
Calgary-based FinTech startup will become the new issuer of Paytrieâs CADC stablecoin.
Cybrid closes $10-million USD Series A round to bring stablecoins to the business mainstream
FinTech company gets backing from BDC Capital as Bank of Canada signals openness to stablecoin.
FINTRAC issues record-setting, $177-million fine against crypto exchange Cryptomus
Money laundering watchdog hands out hefty penalty for failure to submit over 1,000 suspicious transaction reports.
Canadian FinTech leaders told to finally expect open banking progress in fall budget
Sources say feds poised to deliver on next phase of long-delayed financial data-sharing legislation.
Mark Cuban-backed TransCrypts closes $20-million CAD seed round
Canadian-founded startup placing âsignificant focusâ on hiring for its new Toronto office.
Tetra Trust parent secures backing from banks, FinTechs to launch Canadian stablecoin
ATB Financial, National Bank, Purpose Unlimited, Shakepay, Shopify, and Wealthsimple have backed Tetraâs vision.
WonderFi Q2 earnings show widening losses ahead of Robinhood takeover
A volatile crypto market has affected the Canadian startupâs final months of independence.