By 2040, worldwide energy consumption have risen more than 50%, forecasts Precedence Research. Energy Plug Technologies believes that “micro-grids”—defined as localized groups of electricity sources that can operate synchronously or independently from a main grid—are poised to become an increasingly integral part of modern energy infrastructure. Energy Plug announced today that it is working with […]
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Cybersecurity Program Returns, at Reduced Cost, to Address Talent Gap
Regular readers of Techcouver are well aware in 2024 that the beautiful nation of Canada is grappling with an ugly dearth of cybersecurity, and consumers and businesses have both been paying tolls as a result. Total employment in Canada’s cybersecurity sector rose more than 12% last year, a report from Upskill Canada and Deloitte found, but up to one-in-six positions […]
Revolutionizing Mental Wellness: How a Canadian Startup Leverages VR for Health and Healing
May 6 – 12, 2024 is Mental Health Awareness Week in Canada. Indeed, mental health is a global concern hitting critical levels: Around 30% of adults report symptoms of anxiety or depression, with that number reaching a shocking 50% among young people (ages 18 to 24). And this isn’t just about personal struggles—it’s also a […]
Q+A with Rakovina Therapeutics’ Co-Founder Jeffrey Bacha on Leveraging AI Precision Medicine to Fight Cancer
Vancouver’s Rakovina Therapeutics (RKV:TSXV) is a Canadian biotechnology company focused on developing innovative therapies for the treatment of cancer. It was founded in 2021 by Jeffrey Bacha, a serial entrepreneur with startups and companies operating in the biotechnology and life sciences fields. Earlier this year, Bacha and the Rakovina team made a strategic pivot as […]
Maia Farms Unveils $2M in Private and Grant Funding Toward Food Innovation
Maia Farms has secured a pre-seed round of funding following its victory in the Deep Space Food Challenge. Food-tech innovator Maia, whose CanPro technology earned accolades from NASA, announced over $2 million between private capital and matching grant funding. The capital marks a “significant milestone in the company’s mission to provide globally accessible, superior protein […]
Arca Named As Finalist in Prestigious XPRIZE Carbon Removal Competition
Vancouver’s Arca has been named a top 20 finalist in the prestigious XPRIZE Carbon Removal competition. The competition invites innovators and teams from anywhere on the planet to create and demonstrate solutions that can pull carbon dioxide directly from the atmosphere or oceans and sequester it durably and sustainably. Arca is 1 of 20 finalists that […]
Unleashing the Power of Fractional Leadership: Creating a New Playbook for Startup Scalability
In the ever-evolving landscape of startup culture, the traditional model of leadership is undergoing a profound shift. Enter fractional leadership – a dynamic approach that promises to revolutionize how companies scale and thrive in today’s competitive market. Fractional leadership refers to the practice of hiring seasoned executives and experts on a part-time or temporary basis […]
Steamroller Studios Expands to Vancouver, Boosting Global Animation and VFX
Florida’s Steamroller Studios is setting up shop in Vancouver. The studio provides animation services in all sectors of the entertainment industry, specializing in high-quality animation performances for major clients such as Sony, Paramount, Apple, Blizzard Entertainment, Epic Games, Framestore, and DNEG. Steamroller began its journey in 2014, opening in the back of a T-shirt shop […]
ThisFish Receives Boost from CFIN to Automate Seafood Factory Work
The Canadian Food Innovation Network announced this week that it is awarding $386,078 across four food-tech projects throughout the country, including one project that is based in British Columbia. The capital hails from CFIN through the organization’s Innovation Booster Program. Industry will match these funds to create projects valued at $772,154, according to CFIN. The […]
Up to $300,000 for B.C. Innovation Projects Is Up for Grabs
Applications are now open for Innovate BC’s Ignite program, which awards up to $300,000 to fund B.C.-based research and development projects that are creating game-changing innovations in the areas of natural resources, engineering and applied sciences. Supporting the Province of B.C.’s Stronger BC Economic Plan, the Ignite program helps aid B.C. businesses with the funds needed […]