Toronto startup Ecomtent has secured a pre-seed funding round led by MaRS Investment Accelerator Fund (IAF) to helps sellers and retailers prepare for the AI-driven future of ecommerce search. [Read more…] about Toronto Startup Ecomtent Secures $850,000 to Revolutionize AI-Powered Ecommerce Search
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Beacon Remit Revolutionizes Money Transfers for Indian Immigrants in Canada with Streamlined App Solution
Getting money out of India is quite difficult. It involves long wait times, expensive fees, and complex regulatory requirements.
With an influx of new permanent residents to Canada over the next several years, many of them from India, this system needs a serious reboot. [Read more…] about Beacon Remit Revolutionizes Money Transfers for Indian Immigrants in Canada with Streamlined App Solution
Vancouver AI Fintech Startup Reaches Final Round of 2024 NVBC Competition
North America’s financial industry, known for slow change in the prior century, has been disrupted by technology since the turn of the millennium. [Read more…] about Vancouver AI Fintech Startup Reaches Final Round of 2024 NVBC Competition
Luge Capital Closes $96 Million for Second Fintech-Focused Fund
Luge Capital has announced the successful closing of $96 million for Luge Capital Fund II, the firm’s second fintech-focused fund. [Read more…] about Luge Capital Closes $96 Million for Second Fintech-Focused Fund
NetNow Announces Pre-Seed Capital to Fuel Its AI-Powered Fintech Platform
Following graduation from the Intuit Prosperity Accelerator last year, NetNow this month secured pre-seed funding.
The $1.8 million round into NetNow was led by Toronto’s Ripple Ventures and included participation from Centre Street Partners, Antler, Motivate Venture Capital, and Day One Ventures. [Read more…] about NetNow Announces Pre-Seed Capital to Fuel Its AI-Powered Fintech Platform
California Fintech Expands Blockchain-Powered Payments Platform in Canada
A California company dealing in blockchain-enabled payments for businesses is expanding north of the border.
Paystand out of Scotts Valley is bringing the full breadth of its zero-fee B2B network to Canada, where it initially launched with limited services in 2018. [Read more…] about California Fintech Expands Blockchain-Powered Payments Platform in Canada
Fintech Tools Tackle Problem of Digital Subscription Churn in Canada
One billion new consumers have joined the internet economy since 2019 and many are subscribed to multiple digital services: Data from the recently shuttered Hardbacon revealed this year that the average Canadian has eight recurring subscriptions. [Read more…] about Fintech Tools Tackle Problem of Digital Subscription Churn in Canada
BMO Helps Newcomers Make Real Financial Progress Through Nova Credit Partnership
In an era of unprecedented global mobility, national financial systems must adapt to welcome newcomers. However, the immigrant journey, often fuelled by aspirations, is frequently met with the harsh reality of financial exclusion. [Read more…] about BMO Helps Newcomers Make Real Financial Progress Through Nova Credit Partnership
Dolphin Realty Acquires 49% of Homebaba to Expand Digital Footprint
Toronto-based real estate brokerage Dolphin Realty has made a strategic move by acquiring a 49% stake in Homebaba Technologies, a prominent Canadian online platform for new homes and condos. [Read more…] about Dolphin Realty Acquires 49% of Homebaba to Expand Digital Footprint
APOLLO and Payquad Partner to Streamline Tenant Insurance Integration
Canadian digital insurance innovator APOLLO Insurance has expanded its partnership with Payquad Solutions to embed tenant insurance directly into Payquad’s workflows, providing renters easy and seamless access to tenant insurance. [Read more…] about APOLLO and Payquad Partner to Streamline Tenant Insurance Integration