Montreal-based crypto exchange Shakepay has announced two significant new hires: Sabrina Tricarico as Head of Marketing and Jessica Raybeck as Head of Trading & Sales. [Read more…] about Shakepay Expands Leadership Team with Key Hires to Drive Institutional Growth
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The Future of Qualified Investments in Canada: Why Bitcoin Belongs in Your RRSP
As Canada’s financial landscape evolves, so must our approach to qualified investments within tax-advantaged savings plans like RRSPs and TFSAs. At Shakepay, we believe it’s time for Canada to allow Canadians to invest directly in Bitcoin within their qualified investment accounts, similar to the approach taken by the United States. Here’s why. [Read more…] about The Future of Qualified Investments in Canada: Why Bitcoin Belongs in Your RRSP
Montreal’s Shakepay Unveils New Hire as Fintech Advances Canadian Crypto
A Canadian financial technology upstart this week announced a strategic hire.
Montreal-based Shakepay, which offers a crypto trading platform among other products, has hired Eric Richmond as the company’s new General Counsel and Head of Business Development, the company has revealed. [Read more…] about Montreal’s Shakepay Unveils New Hire as Fintech Advances Canadian Crypto
Shakepay Revolutionizes Everyday Payments: Direct Deposit, Bill Payments, and Bitcoin Rewards for Canadians
Montreal headquartered Shakepay has launched everyday payments for all customers – direct deposit, pay bills, e-transfer to friends and rewards for regular account activity – reflecting customer demand for an easy to use, affordable way to manage their money. [Read more…] about Shakepay Revolutionizes Everyday Payments: Direct Deposit, Bill Payments, and Bitcoin Rewards for Canadians
Bitcoin Startup Shakepay Unveils New Fintech Features
A Canadian firm believes that Bitcoin is “the soundest money to ever exist,” possessing the power to fuel a “financial renaissance.” [Read more…] about Bitcoin Startup Shakepay Unveils New Fintech Features
5 Canadian Fintech Startups To Watch In 2023
Once a startup has blossomed through seed funding, it may seek additional capital to reach the next stage of scale and growth. [Read more…] about 5 Canadian Fintech Startups To Watch In 2023
Five Fintechs Among Top Canadian Startups To Work For
Starting and growing a company has always been tough, but it’s especially tough right now. As the working world navigates widespread inflation and economic uncertainty, it’s getting more challenging for young companies to get investment and grow quickly. [Read more…] about Five Fintechs Among Top Canadian Startups To Work For
Five Fintech Firms Hiring Canadian Tech Talent Today
The past several years have been good to the global startup economy. 2021 set many records for startup financing in Canada.
The year included many sizeable fintech rounds, such as $61 million for Propel Holdings; $64 million for Neo Financial; $44 million for Properly; $72 million for Bench; and nearly $300 million for Fraction Technologies in Vancouver. [Read more…] about Five Fintech Firms Hiring Canadian Tech Talent Today
Shakepay Launches its Bitcoin Rewards Card to Canadians
Montreal’s Shakepay has opened up their Shakepay Visa Prepaid Card to the public after a successful invite-only launch to its devoted community of Shakers late last year. [Read more…] about Shakepay Launches its Bitcoin Rewards Card to Canadians
Canada’s Leading Bitcoin Platform Shakepay Raises $44 Million Series A
Montreal’s Shakepay has secured a $44 million investment round.
The Series A round was led by US-based QED Investors and also included participation from Golden Ventures, Broadhaven, Henri Machalani, Mike Murchison, and several product leaders from Shopify. Prior to this new funding, Shakepay had raised roughly $1 million to date. [Read more…] about Canada’s Leading Bitcoin Platform Shakepay Raises $44 Million Series A