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Shakepay Joins Payments Canada in Anticipation of Real-Time Rail Launch

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Shakepay this week announced that it has joined Payments Canada as a member.

The Montreal-based financial technology firm, which recently earned dealer status from the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization, says joining the Payments Canada network “strengthens its position as a trusted, regulated player in Canada’s financial ecosystem.” [Read more…] about Shakepay Joins Payments Canada in Anticipation of Real-Time Rail Launch

Canadian Crypto Holders are Becoming a Major Voting Bloc. What Do They Want from Politics?

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Imagine a group of voters who are significantly more likely to cast their ballots than the national average.

Over 90% of crypto asset holders in Canada voted in the last federal election, emerging as a salient voting bloc, concludes a new report from Canadian fintech Shakepay. [Read more…] about Canadian Crypto Holders are Becoming a Major Voting Bloc. What Do They Want from Politics?

Remembering What Canadian Experts Said About Financial Technology in 2024

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Santa is readying his sleigh for a big journey next week, which signals that another year is just about wrapped up.

In 2024, a robust roster of professionals from across the financial and technology spectrums inked the pages of Fintech.ca, covering wide array of important and interesting topics—from payments processing to AI to crypto to customer satisfaction to content marketing and much more. [Read more…] about Remembering What Canadian Experts Said About Financial Technology in 2024

The Future of Qualified Investments in Canada: Why Bitcoin Belongs in Your RRSP

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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

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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

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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