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University of Waterloo News (Tech) · Jun 23, 2026
A new algorithm could drive breakthroughs in understanding cancer, Alzheimer’s disease, and other potentially fatal conditions. Researchers from the University of Waterloo developed the machine learning algorithm, called RNovA, to detect changes in the proteins in human cells. Proteins do much of the work inside cells, and after they are made our bodies can chemically modify
BetaKit (Kitchener-Waterloo) · Jun 23, 2026
Two Small Fish-led seed round will help scale manufacturing of Qubic’s cryogenic amplifiers. The post Qubic raises $2.5 million USD to commercialize quantum signal amplifiers first appeared on BetaKit.
Accelerator Centre · Jun 22, 2026
The Aerospace Accelerator Program supports startups developing technologies for aerospace, aviation, autonomy, advanced manufacturing, and artificial intelligence. Delivered by the Accelerator Centre in collaboration with the Region of Waterloo and Skywise, the program helps founders accelerate commercialization through mentorship, industry connections, and real-world validation opportunities.
The Weekly · Jun 22, 2026
OpenText's Ireland bet, who's hiring across 62 KW companies, and two new things on the site
BetaKit (National) · Jun 22, 2026
Run With It Synthetics works to imagine dark futures—so the worst outcomes can be prevented. The post The forecast factory: How an Alberta tech company simulates disasters before they happen first appeared on BetaKit.
Graphite Ventures · Jun 21, 2026
Basetwo, the Toronto-based industrial AI platform helping manufacturers optimize operations, has been chosen to join Canada’s official delegation to VivaTech 2026, led by Scale AI. Selected from over 170 applicants nationwide, Basetwo showcased its manufacturing AI platform within the Canada Pavilion at Europe’s largest tech event that took place in Paris from June 17–20. The […]
BetaKit (National) · Jun 19, 2026
Reveal Life Science uses molecular vision to detect cancers during surgery. The post Canadian surgical AI startup wins VivaTech pitch contest first appeared on BetaKit.
BetaKit (National) · Jun 18, 2026
CPO says there’s demand for portfolio flexibility ahead of blockbuster IPOs from Anthropic and OpenAI. The post Questrade launches custom indexing as massive IPOs reshape the market first appeared on BetaKit.
BetaKit (National) · Jun 17, 2026
Montréal- and Menlo Park-based startup deploying physical AI at Ontario F&P plant. The post Autonomique says backflipping robots are not the point first appeared on BetaKit.
Panache Ventures · Jun 17, 2026
Patrick Lor, co-founder of iStockPhoto and Managing Partner of Panache Ventures, shares his journey from bootstrapped entrepreneur to seasoned investor and mentor.
Accelerator Centre · Jun 16, 2026
AI adoption is driving critical business decisions, but the people doing the work often get little say in how it’s done. Juggernaut Labs co-founders Ken Naku and JB are changing that with a model-agnostic platform that puts subject matter experts in the driver’s seat.
BetaKit (National) · Jun 16, 2026
Toronto startup adds new features aimed at shadow AI, corporate data access, and agent controls. The post Tailscale updates Aperture to help businesses manage fast-changing AI tools first appeared on BetaKit.
BetaKit (Kitchener-Waterloo) · Jun 15, 2026
Kitchener-Waterloo company doubles investment in Ireland as Canada makes AI agreements with the country. The post OpenText commits to creating 400 jobs in Ireland amid Carney’s state visit first appeared on BetaKit.
BetaKit (National) · Jun 15, 2026
Plus: Canada's new FinTech unicorns. The post Tech’s World Cup takeover first appeared on BetaKit.
The Weekly · Jun 14, 2026
Two founder webinars, DataBraid's pre-seed, and a full events week
CTV News Kitchener · Jun 11, 2026
A cycling navigation app that started as a pilot project in Waterloo Region has expanded to communities across Canada, as its creators look to help more people find safer routes and encourage cycling.
BetaKit (National) · Jun 9, 2026
Brainchild of Koru and Scoop aims to solve the quiet inefficiency eating away at brokers’ margins. The post DataBraid secures $1.9 million USD to solve insurance brokers’ “portal hopping” problem first appeared on BetaKit.
The Weekly · Jun 7, 2026
Scispot lands an 8M USD Series A, a new Accelerator Centre cohort, two Canadian funds, and the week's events.
Inovia Capital · Jun 5, 2026
Mia Morisset joins the Inovia growth investment partnership after seven years of building the firm, its portfolio, and its people — growing alongside Inovia from a 15-person team to a firm of 50, and establishing herself as a pillar of Canada’s tech ecosystem and recognized leader in travel and hospitality tech. MONTREAL, CANADA — June…
BetaKit (Kitchener-Waterloo) · Jun 4, 2026
Singh brothers aim to provide the infrastructure to power self-driving labs. The post Scispot closes $8-million USD Series A to become the operating layer for life sciences labs first appeared on BetaKit.
Velocity (UW Incubator) · Jun 3, 2026
Already used by 100+ labs, the Kitchener-Waterloo company helps life sciences teams automate digital lab work, manage millions of samples, and keep lab operations traceable.
CBC Kitchener-Waterloo · Jun 3, 2026
Education bargaining season is starting in Ontario and the unions say their priorities include smaller class sizes, improved special education funding and higher wages.
Accelerator Centre · Jun 3, 2026
For deaf travelers, a missed airport announcement can mean a missed flight. Deaf AI is changing that. Since joining the Aerospace Accelerator Program, founder Mehdi Masoumi has turned a deeply personal mission into a real-world solution—launching a pilot project at the Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) that translates boarding announcements into sign language. With the Deaf communi…
Accelerator Centre · Jun 2, 2026
AC:RevLab is a six-month revenue accelerator program designed to help early-stage startups turn initial traction into scalable, repeatable growth systems. Through hands-on mentorship, expert-led training, and access to a strong network of partners, the program supports founders in building effective sales processes, optimizing go-to-market strategies, and driving sustainable revenue growth.
