In an era where technology and innovation are at the heart of progress, Metro Vancouver’s 14-year-old Canada Line is getting a digital overhaul en route to the future of railway infrastructure. The Canada Line, a testament to modern urban transportation, has been a game-changer for Vancouver since its construction for the 2010 Olympics. It has […]
8 Vancouver Startups To Check Out At Collision
This year’s Collision is set to be an interesting one, illuminated against a backdrop of controversy and hype. Is the “Olympics of Tech,” as Politico has put it, waving goodbye to Toronto? For now, Collision is staying put, with plans to return for 2024. Still, the tension stirred by a possible move—further electrified by other factors […]
BC is Canada’s Most Digitally Advanced Region, Global Index Shows
The Pandemic’s impact on businesses across Canada accelerated digitization as more Canadians shifted towards working remotely, online education, digital services, and e-commerce. To support this new normal, Canada must bolster the availability and affordability of mobile cellular and broadband services. Addressing this issue and others may improve Canada’s digital readiness, according to Cisco’s recently published Digital […]
Capiche Streamlines Capital Raising Process with Digital Platform
Canadian firm Capiche is pushing to transform the private placement process. Founded in 2015 on a deep-rooted belief in transparency and equal access to investment opportunities, the Vancouver-born fintech aims to facilitate capital raising and investments in a more efficient, cost-effective, and public confidence-inspiring way using modern technology. At the helm of Capiche is a dynamic duo: […]
Cremation Startup Expands Deathcare Tech to BC
Grief, an inherent part of the human experience, often arrives with the burden of logistic challenges. With Eirene Cremations, a Canadian deathcare startup, British Columbians may have an easier time managing such difficult periods. After successfully launching in Alberta earlier this year, Eirene is expanding its operations to British Columbia, marking the fifth province to […]
Startup Pioneering Post-Credit Economy Through Innovative Auto Leasing
Vancouver-based fintech startup econommi is charting a new course in the auto-leasing business as it heads into its fifth year of operation. With over $1 million in total active leases and a tech-enabled business model, the company is challenging traditional notions of vehicle financing and ownership. Leasing a car through econommi provides individuals with a […]
Vancouver Fintech Paiid Leading the Charge Toward Unified Payments
Vancouver startup Paiid has emerged as a unified payments platform, looking to piece together the fragmented world of financial transactions. Its innovative technology is shaking up the payments industry by allowing businesses to accept a multitude of different payment types across various channels. Established with a vision to streamline payment processing, Paiid has developed an […]
Vancouver Startup Movmint Pushes for Digital Dollar as New Fabric of Society
In a world where access to finance can often be the gatekeeper to opportunities, Vancouver-based startup Movmint says money is the fabric of society. With this in mind, the BC fintech wants to change how we clothe the world. Operating on a credo of universal accessibility, Movmint is steadfast in its commitment to create a financial […]
Expert Wisdom on the State of Tech in BC
Vancouver is one of the hottest technology hubs in North America. With so much news, data, and events to cover across the city and province, Techcouver leans on professionals in the field to help keep our audience properly informed and up-to-date. Our first edition highlighted innovation in the restaurant industry, which was among the most upended business […]
Minutebook Secures Seed Funding to Disrupt Legal with AI
Vancouver-based startup Minutebook is seeking to disrupt the legal industry by streamlining corporate records management, equity ownership, and legal agreements with a first-of-its-kind digital platform. And the BC company unveiled this week that it has raised $3.5 million in an oversubscribed seed funding round to do just that. “I am thrilled to announce the public […]