The Victoria Tech Community Awards are back with more nominations and finalists than ever before. From nearly 200 nominations, 59 finalists from 47 companies were selected across 10 award categories. The growth of the Victoria Tech Community Awards reflects the momentum of Vancouver Island as a source of entrepreneurship in BC. Historically the island has not […]
Vancouver Startup Seleste Unveils AI Glasses for the Visually Impaired
A startup based in Vancouver has developed a wearable device targeting the accessibility industry. Seleste is working on thin and affordable smart glasses that closely resemble conventional frames and lenses, but use artificial intelligence amongst other technology to empower the blind. “Our mission is to give visually impaired people affordable access to technology that can […]
Tech Office Exodus Forces Downtown Vancouver into ‘State of Flux’
40% of organizations will offer a blend of virtual and physical work experiences by the end of 2023, predicts Gartner. Within tech companies hiring tech talent, that figure is already at 99%, according to Tech + People Network. “Hybrid work has changed the nature of our workplaces more than anything else since the invention of […]
Vancouver Startup Unveils ‘Game-Changing’ Artificial Intelligence Platform for Enterprise
A Vancouver-based startup this week unveiled a new generative artificial intelligence platform designed for enterprises. Charli AI announced that its state-of-the-art platform Ancaeus is designed for cross-functional use across an enterprise that can discover, understand, and use facts extracted from millions of pieces of content to generate insights, spreadsheets, presentations and natural language reports—performing without dread some […]
Tradable Bits to Power Digital Fan Engagement for NASCAR
The National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing is partnering with Vancouver-born Tradable Bits, a fan-based technology company. The sanctioning body for the world’s most popular stock car racing stated that it is “committed to building deeper connections with its passionate, international fanbase.” Using Tradable Bits’ fan engagement and customer data platforms, NASCAR plans to […]
Mattel Taps Dapper Labs to Launch Hot Wheels NFT Collection on Flow
Toy giant Mattel is building out its digital collectibles business through the launch of a non-fungible token marketplace. First announced earlier this year, Mattel will operate its NFT marketplace on Dapper Labs’ Flow blockchain. Through Mattel Creations, consumers can acquire digital art tied to classic products such as Hot Wheels and Barbie. “In launching our own […]
BC Consumers Trending Toward Brand Loyalty This Cyber Monday, Report Reveals
Peak season is a moment of truth for retailers around the world. From operational efficiency and checkout optimization to customer service and loyalty, it simultaneously exposes businesses’ strengths and weaknesses in the space of a few thrilling, chaotic, intense weeks. So how should retailers throughout Vancouver and beyond prepare? Global financial technology firm Adyen recently released its first Canadian […]
Eigen Fitness Aims to Serve Weightlifting Community with Gym-Specific Wearable Tech
Two Vancouver entrepreneurs are working on wearable technology specific to tracking resistance training. Eigen Fitness has developed a new tech product it calls Nodes, which are coin-sized wearables that empower gym goers “to progress as fast as possible while avoiding injury,” according to the BC startup. “I found myself in constant pain from gym injuries […]
Vancouver Startup Aquanow Recognized for Digital Innovation in Payments
A Vancouver-based fintech startup has been named digital innovator of the year by CrossTech at the 2022 Innovation Awards. Digital assets infrastructure and liquidity provider Aquanow announced today that the judges at CrossTech have recognized the company’s accomplishments with the Digital Innovation Award for 2022. Winners were announced live at the CrossTech World 2022 event […]
Axis Opens Experience Centre in Vancouver to Tap Tech and Talent
Axis Communications recently celebrated the opening of its newest Axis Experience Centre. The Sweden-based tech manufacturer opened its latest Experience Centre in Vancouver. The launch marks the company’s second footprint in Canada. Calling the city “Techcouver,” Axis says the Vancouver region was “a natural choice to support its vision for strategic growth and innovation.” According […]