At Web Summit Vancouver, Bryan Pellegrino, co-founder and CEO of LayerZero, credited the company's meteoric rise—from $0 to a $3 billion valuation in just 18 months—to unwavering conviction, obsessive … READ MORE... about Bryan Pellegrino on Conviction, Culture, and Capital: How LayerZero Built a $3B Startup
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Bell’s AI Bet Begins in B.C.: Why Kamloops Is Canada’s AI Launchpad
Kamloops may not be the first city that comes to mind when you think of cutting-edge artificial intelligence, but that’s about to change. This week at Web Summit Vancouver, Bell Canada unveiled Bell AI Fabric, a national initiative to build Canada’s largest … READ MORE... about Bell’s AI Bet Begins in B.C.: Why Kamloops Is Canada’s AI Launchpad
How Spexi Is Building the World’s Largest Aerial Imaging Network—From Vancouver
As climate risks rise and infrastructure ages, the demand for real-time geospatial data has never been greater. Enter Vancouver-based Spexi, a startup reimagining aerial imaging through the power of drones. At the helm is CEO Bill Lakeland, a 20-year … READ MORE... about How Spexi Is Building the World’s Largest Aerial Imaging Network—From Vancouver
Bell is Building Out a National ‘AI Fabric’ Network Powered by B.C. Data Centres
At Web Summit Vancouver this week, Bell Canada announced Bell AI Fabric, which the Montreal telecom titan describes as "a major investment that will create the country's largest artificial intelligence compute project and ensure that Canadian companies can … READ MORE... about Bell is Building Out a National ‘AI Fabric’ Network Powered by B.C. Data Centres
Bryan Pellegrino on Conviction, Culture, and Capital: How LayerZero Built a $3B Startup
At Web Summit Vancouver, Bryan Pellegrino, co-founder and CEO of LayerZero, credited the company's meteoric rise—from $0 to a $3 billion valuation in just 18 months—to unwavering conviction, obsessive focus, and deep technical debate. Speaking on a panel … READ MORE... about Bryan Pellegrino on Conviction, Culture, and Capital: How LayerZero Built a $3B Startup
Integrated Marketplace Garners Capital from PacifiCan to Fuel A.I. Tech in B.C.
The federal government recently announced that it is investing nearly $2 million into the Integrated Marketplace to fuel AI-powered innovation. “Using AI to drive and accelerate productivity through robust investments in innovative companies is critical in … READ MORE... about Integrated Marketplace Garners Capital from PacifiCan to Fuel A.I. Tech in B.C.
TELUS is Investing $70B into ‘Future-Focused Technology’ Across Canada
TELUS revealed this week that the telecommunications giant intends to invest more than $70 billion over the next five years toward expanding and enhancing its infrastructure and operations across Canada. The move arrives "against a backdrop of macroeconomic … READ MORE... about TELUS is Investing $70B into ‘Future-Focused Technology’ Across Canada
Okanagan Launches Real-Time Water App to Protect Aquatic Ecosystems
In a major step forward for freshwater conservation, the Okanagan Basin Water Board (OBWB), in partnership with the Okanagan Nation Alliance (ONA), Foresight Canada, and regional collaborators, has launched a cutting-edge tool to monitor water levels across … READ MORE... about Okanagan Launches Real-Time Water App to Protect Aquatic Ecosystems
KPMG Acquires Victoria’s LlamaZOO to Boost Digital Twin Capabilities
Victoria-based 3D visualization firm LlamaZOO Interactive has been acquired by KPMG Canada, bolstering the consulting giant’s digital twin and spatial business intelligence offerings. The deal, finalized on May 20, 2025, follows LlamaZOO’s filing for … READ MORE... about KPMG Acquires Victoria’s LlamaZOO to Boost Digital Twin Capabilities
Jane Software Hits $1.8B Valuation with Landmark Secondary Deal
North Vancouver’s Jane Software is set to join the ranks of Canada’s most valuable private tech companies, with a new secondary financing round led by Silicon Valley’s TCV (formerly Technology Crossover Ventures) valuing the company at approximately $1.8 … READ MORE... about Jane Software Hits $1.8B Valuation with Landmark Secondary Deal
Coquitlam’s Autochart.ai Selected for Canada’s National AI Scribe Program
Coquitlam-based healthtech startup Autochart.ai has been selected as a pre-qualified vendor for Canada Health Infoway’s new AI Scribe Program, a national initiative designed to equip up to 10,000 primary-care clinicians with AI-powered documentation tools—free … READ MORE... about Coquitlam’s Autochart.ai Selected for Canada’s National AI Scribe Program