Vancouver-based Bench, a venture-funded accounting startup, has been acquired by San Francisco’s Employer.com in a deal aimed at reviving the platform and addressing the fallout from Bench’s abrupt … READ MORE... about Bench Rescued by Employer.com Amid Customer Chaos
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Bench Rescued by Employer.com Amid Customer Chaos
Vancouver-based Bench, a venture-funded accounting startup, has been acquired by San Francisco’s Employer.com in a deal aimed at reviving the platform and addressing the fallout from Bench’s abrupt shutdown last week. The acquisition price remains … READ MORE... about Bench Rescued by Employer.com Amid Customer Chaos
Canadians Share Top 2024 Moments on Rogers 5G Network
As 2024 draws to a close, Rogers has revealed the year’s most shared moments on its 5G network, showcasing how Canadians came together virtually to celebrate concerts, sports, and rare celestial events. The top 10 moments generated nearly 100 million megabytes … READ MORE... about Canadians Share Top 2024 Moments on Rogers 5G Network
Bench Accounting Abruptly Shuts Down Ahead of Tax Season
Vancouver's Bench Accounting, North America’s largest bookkeeping service for small businesses, has unexpectedly closed its doors, leaving thousands of customers scrambling for solutions just as tax season approaches. First reported by Daily Hive, the … READ MORE... about Bench Accounting Abruptly Shuts Down Ahead of Tax Season
Vancouver Studio Hothead Games Declares Bankruptcy as Contracts Collapse at Last Minute
After nearly two decades in business, Vancouver studio Hothead Games has shuttered. "It pains me to announce that Hothead Games Inc. is no more," company president Ian Wilkinson stated last week. Hothead filed for bankruptcy this month following … READ MORE... about Vancouver Studio Hothead Games Declares Bankruptcy as Contracts Collapse at Last Minute
2025: The Year AI Reshapes Canadian Business
As we bid goodbye to 2024, I have been reflecting on how generative AI has continued to evolve from a nascent technology into a powerful force driving real business value. In conversations with Canadian customers earlier this year, many were taking their first … READ MORE... about 2025: The Year AI Reshapes Canadian Business
Roger McNamee Joins Indiegraf Board to Revolutionize Local News
Vancouver startup Indiegraf, a platform revolutionizing the economics of local journalism, has announced that renowned tech investor Roger McNamee has joined its board of directors. McNamee, celebrated for his early warnings about misinformation and the … READ MORE... about Roger McNamee Joins Indiegraf Board to Revolutionize Local News
Can Open Banking Lay the Groundwork for New Housing Solutions? Absolutely.
Canada’s housing crisis needs solutions — open banking will be a game-changer. Adopting an open banking system could serve as a cornerstone for developing new financial strategies to address this challenge by retooling the Canadian financial landscape along … READ MORE... about Can Open Banking Lay the Groundwork for New Housing Solutions? Absolutely.
Why the Cleantech Industry Dominated Headlines in B.C. Through 2024
British Columbia continues to be a hotspot for innovation in the clean technology field. The province is anchored by the Vancouver area, which KPMG regards as a world-class cleantech cluster. There are hundreds of cleantech firms across the … READ MORE... about Why the Cleantech Industry Dominated Headlines in B.C. Through 2024
Thinkific Labs Launches ‘Cohesive’ Kit of A.I. Tools for Creating and Selling Digital Products
Thinkific Labs this week announced a slew of new features powered by artificial intelligence. The Vancouver-based cloud software platform enables entrepreneurs and businesses to create, market, and sell digital learning products. Trading publicly on the … READ MORE... about Thinkific Labs Launches ‘Cohesive’ Kit of A.I. Tools for Creating and Selling Digital Products
AI Is the Future of Law
I’m writing this in response to Hugh Stephens’ recent article, "Stop the Misinformation and Fearmongering: AI Companies Need to License the Content They Use for Training," where he critiques my views on AI in Canada. While I appreciate the dialogue around … READ MORE... about AI Is the Future of Law