After launching in the U.S. first, Vancouver’s Hiive last year released its online marketplace for private company stocks in Canada. The B.C.-born marketplace functions as a meeting place for buyers and sellers of shares in privately held companies, typically those backed by venture capital. Accredited investors and funds can place an order to buy or sell […]
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Top Down Ventures Unveils US$25M for Founders Fund Targeting SaaS Startups
Vancouver’s Top Down Ventures has announced the first closing of its Founders Fund. Top Down’s new Fund, which closed at US$25 million, is designed to fuel early-stage software-as-a-service companies within the Managed Service Provider sub-sector. Building on its venture studio model, Top Down empowers MSP software startups with both capital and “unparalleled operational expertise and […]
Intuitive AI’s Oscar Platform to Power Recycling Program for Portland Blazers
It is arguably more confusing than ever for consumers to know how to sort their trash properly. Intuitive AI was founded in Vancouver in 2019 by Murad and Vivek Vyas with the goal to tackle the global waste crisis. By clarifying how the trash should be sorted before the object is thrown away, Intuitive AI […]
Defence Training Innovator RaceRocks Recognized for Corporate Excellence
Imagine training for intense situations in a helicopter cockpit, ship’s hold, or aircraft cabin—without even having to go outside. RaceRocks 3D is empowering Canadian defence and aerospace clients to be at their best with immersive training and innovative data analytics. Named after an ecological reserve in the Strait of Juan de Fuca near the company’s headquarters […]
Seven ‘Dynamic’ B.C. Startups Selected for This Year’s Ocean Challenge
The Ocean Startup Project this week announced 16 companies selected to participate in this year’s edition of the organization’s annual Ocean Startup Challenge. Each startup is poised receive up to $25,000 in non-dilutive funding on top of a “comprehensive support package” designed to to accelerate the growth of ocean-focused solutions. This year’s cohort represents “such […]
A.I. Travel App Pilots Way Around Obstacles Toward ‘Startup of the Year’
Pilot, born from founder Connor Wilson’s contemplative ATV ride on a Greek mountain in 2019, was initially registered as HappyHour. The nascent company originally planned to tackle social connection through a Personal Relationship Management tool. However, this idea was soon dismissed as too mechanical for authentic social engagement. Wilson’s resolve saw him join NEXT Canada, […]
Jack Newton to Follow Up ClioCon with Fireside Chat at BetaKit Town Hall
Following a summer that included a historic round of funding, being named to the Forbes’ 2024 Cloud 100 list, and becoming a jersey sponsor of their hometown Canucks, Burnaby-based legaltech pioneer Clio this month hosted its latest Cloud Conference. Co-founder and CEO Jack Newton set the tone for his firm’s 12th annual event with a […]
Transforming Travel: Henri Chelhot on Momentum Ventures’ Innovation and Growth
Momentum Ventures is a leader in the online travel industry, known for its innovative use of technology to enhance the customer experience. With brands like FlightHub, justfly.com, Flygreen, and CruiseHub under its umbrella, the company has carved out a space in the competitive travel market by offering comprehensive solutions that simplify travel planning and booking. […]
Ideon, Lucid Vision Labs Garner Capital from Government to Advance Their Tech
The federal government this month announced financial support for two companies based in British Columbia. A total of $4.7 million in interest-free capital from the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada is going to two firms out of Richmond. Ideon Technologies is slated to receive $2.7 million in funding to commercialize their subsurface intelligence system, […]
ClioCon 2024: A Testament to Clio’s Customer-Centric Approach
Clio’s annual Clio Cloud Conference—affectionately known as ClioCon—has become much more than just a user event. It’s a celebration of legal tech innovation and a testament to the connection Clio has fostered with its customers. Clio CEO Jack Newton set the tone for this year’s event in his opening keynote, thanking attendees for the ongoing […]