Intuit has announced the launch of its third annual Intuit Prosperity Accelerator in collaboration with Toronto’s Highline Beta, an accelerator builder-operator and venture capital firm focused on corporate innovation. [Read more…] about Intuit’s Third Annual Prosperity Accelerator Aims to Spur Growth for Toronto Fintechs
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Two Critical Crypto Lessons to Remember in the Wake of the FTX Fiasco
We are currently witnessing the unravelling of what will likely one day be a Netflix original film. [Read more…] about Two Critical Crypto Lessons to Remember in the Wake of the FTX Fiasco
Canadian Proptech Startups Integrate Platforms to Complete Online Home-Buying Cycle
On the heels of a seed round, Ownly this week announced new partnerships with two Canadian companies.
The Calgary-based prop-tech startup revealed a partnership with Edmonton’s HonestDoor, a tech company providing instant estimates of property value. [Read more…] about Canadian Proptech Startups Integrate Platforms to Complete Online Home-Buying Cycle
Calgary’s Bitvo Dodges Bullet with Stalled FTX Acquisition due to Canada’s Strong Regulatory Environment
Last summer Fintech.ca reported that crypto asset trading platform Bitvo was being acquired by FTX, the world’s 5th largest crypto exchange. [Read more…] about Calgary’s Bitvo Dodges Bullet with Stalled FTX Acquisition due to Canada’s Strong Regulatory Environment
ClearScore Crosses Pond to Establish Fintech Footprint in Canada
A credit marketplace company in the United Kingdom this week unveiled its formal expansion into Canada.
ClearScore has established itself with an office in Toronto to offer greater transparency in credit scores and reports to the market through its free app. [Read more…] about ClearScore Crosses Pond to Establish Fintech Footprint in Canada
Baseline Bolsters Payments Toolkit with Acquisition of Fintech Platform MazumaGo
The story of just about every company begins with someone casually asking a question. For Victoria fintech startup MazumaGo, the question was simple: Why is it so hard for businesses to send money? [Read more…] about Baseline Bolsters Payments Toolkit with Acquisition of Fintech Platform MazumaGo
PolicyMe Launches Most Complete Critical Illness Insurance Offering
Toronto-based Insurtech PolicyMe has launched a new Critical Illness Insurance product that they claim offers the most complete coverage in Canada. [Read more…] about PolicyMe Launches Most Complete Critical Illness Insurance Offering
Consumers Consider ID Verification Vital When Engaging With Crypto Exchanges
Crypto exchanges are under more pressure than ever as the so-called “crypto winter” continues to snag headlines. Forward-looking exchanges are using this time to ensure they are meeting their regulatory requirements to keep users safe. [Read more…] about Consumers Consider ID Verification Vital When Engaging With Crypto Exchanges
Uplinq Named Finalist for Best New Product at Benzinga Global Fintech Awards
Toronto fintech Uplinq has been named a Benzinga Global Fintech Awards finalist for the coveted “Best New Product” category, joining other industry leaders like Obsidian, Agile Trading Technologies, and TurnKey Lender. [Read more…] about Uplinq Named Finalist for Best New Product at Benzinga Global Fintech Awards
Victoria Fintech Billi to Help Establish Credit for Newcomers to Canada
Newcomers to Canada are often at a disadvantage when it comes to building their credit.
Victoria, B.C.’s Billi Labs is addressing this issue with the launch of “Boost”, their new Credit Building Feature. [Read more…] about Victoria Fintech Billi to Help Establish Credit for Newcomers to Canada