Injections can carry health benefits, with some even saving lives. But trypanophobia, or the fear of needles, is common and a reason many avoid a visit to the doctor. Trypanophobia isn’t fake news—patients can become dizzy, faint or panic. Some may even go into convulsions from vasovagal reflex reactions. Recognizing room for improvement regarding needles […]
Sanctuary AI Sheds Staff Following the ‘Sudden, Unexpected’ Departure of CEO
The chief executive officer of one of Canada’s most interesting robotics companies departed his company unexpectedly this month. “We are announcing a significant transition within our leadership team,” read a recent announcement from Sanctuary AI, whose Phoenix robot and Carbon AI combination stands among the world’s top innovations. “After much consideration, Geordie Rose is leaving […]
Gingko Health to Launch Pocket-Sized A.I. Personal Trainer Next Month
Founded in Vancouver in 2019, Ginkgo Health was launched to reduce the global healthcare burden caused by aging through technological solutions. Ginkgo is planning to release next month Ginkgo Active, an artificially intelligent application to deliver personalized exercise prescriptions for the prevention and management of chronic conditions and injuries. An exercise prescription should consider myriad […]
Freshly Funded Rigid Robotics Ready to Transform Mining Operations with Tech
A company out of Burnaby is applying a suite of modern technologies in an effort to bring higher level of precision to Canada’s mining industry. Rigid Robotics leverages sensors, the internet of things, and artificial intelligence to automate large mining shovels and optimize digging conditions for operations. “At Rigid Robotics, we are connecting mining equipment […]
Monetization Tweaks and Launch of ‘Power Rangers’ Fuel Quarter for ESGG
Shares are up more than 50% in 2024 for Vancouver-based East Side Games Group, who reported their latest quarterly earnings this month. Building on momentum from the prior quarter, the maker of free-to-play mobile games achieved its first growth quarter of the year, reporting a top-line revenue of $21 million, which marks a 4% increase […]
Addy Turns to Victoria for Latest Canadian Real Estate Investment Drop
Digital real estate investment platform addy continues to expand its geographical range and diversity, with the latest opportunity for investors hailing from Vancouver Island for the first time. Ferndale Townhomes, located on Quadra Street in Victoria, represents the latest investment opportunity for users of addy, a Vancouver-born fintech platform built for everyday Canadians to obtain […]
Three Burnaby Tech Firms Garner PacifiCan Funding to Scale Up in B.C.
Based out of Burnaby, pH7 Technologies is a globally recognized clean-tech innovator providing mines and original equipment manufacturers with eco-friendly and cost-effective technology-based solutions for extracting and processing high-value metals deemed essential for the development of hydrogen energy and electrification. This week, the federal government unveiled nearly $4 million in funding for three Burnaby businesses, […]
Sanctuary AI Cofounder and CEO Geordie Rose Departs Robotics Innovator
The chief executive officer of one of Canada’s most interesting robotics companies is departing his company. “We are announcing a significant transition within our leadership team,” reads an announcement from Sanctuary AI, whose Phoenix robot and Carbon AI combination stands among the world’s top innovations. “After much consideration, Geordie Rose is leaving his position as […]
Vancouver’s Hydreight Finds Success in U.S. with ‘Uber for Nurses’ Platform
Vancouver’s Hydreight Technologies operates a mobile clinical network and medical platform—an “Uber for Nurses”—and it’s growing fast. Hydreight is known for its proprietary, fully integrated platform comprising Electronic Medical Records, Telemedicine, and mobile booking and charting technology. This platform includes a built-in suite of tools for accounting, documentation, sales, inventory, booking, and managing patient data, […]
Apple to Stock Next Generation of FORM’s Smart Swim Goggles in Canada
Effective this month, FORM’s Smart Swim 2 goggles are available to purchase at 20 Apple Store locations throughout Canada and the U.S., as well as at Apple’s online store. “Apple undoubtedly offers a premium retail experience globally, and we’re thrilled that customers can try on and purchase our Smart Swim 2 goggles in-store, or buy […]