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BetaKit (Kitchener-Waterloo) · Jul 15, 2024
Casselman, whose startup completed the accelerator's program in 2017, has been interim CEO since March. The post Accelerator Centre appoints alum Ruth Casselman as permanent CEO first appeared on BetaKit.
BetaKit (Kitchener-Waterloo) · Jul 9, 2024
Recently privatized MDF Commerce acquires EcoInteractive as D2L purchases H5P Group. The post D2L and MDF Commerce expand software portfolios with latest acquisitions first appeared on BetaKit.
BetaKit (Kitchener-Waterloo) · Jul 3, 2024
CEO plans to add 800 new roles in sales, professional services, and engineering. The post OpenText lays off 1,200 employees as part of restructuring plan first appeared on BetaKit.
Version One Ventures · Jul 1, 2024
We’ve officially hit the halfway point of 2024, and all we can say is… wow, this year is flying by. The entire V1 family has been pushing, hustling and going all-out, so we’d like to recognize some of the milestones and accomplishments from this quarter. As we say in every recap, this represents the tip […]
BetaKit (Kitchener-Waterloo) · Jun 24, 2024
Startup automates the identification of software misconfiguration to reduce the threat of cyberattacks. The post CoGuard received funding from OpenAI’s Cybersecurity Grant Program first appeared on BetaKit.
BetaKit (Kitchener-Waterloo) · Jun 24, 2024
Quantum Industry Canada has added more than 20 members and affiliates since the beginning of 2024. The post DistriQ joins Quantum Industry Canada as advocacy group continues membership drive first appeared on BetaKit.
Version One Ventures · Jun 18, 2024
A month ago, we published a post outlining our latest thesis update, “We back mission-driven founders who are early in new areas.” In it, we expanded on the types of founders and opportunities we’re looking for: “We’re interested in those rare opportunities where a founder is creating a brand new category. These opportunities are fringy […]
BetaKit (Kitchener-Waterloo) · Jun 17, 2024
The co-developer of TCP/IP shares thoughts on interoperability, accessibility, preservation. The post Vint Cerf’s internet history lesson at University of Waterloo mixes humour and hope with words of warning first appeared on BetaKit.
BetaKit (Kitchener-Waterloo) · Jun 13, 2024
Tech giant claims its supported startups have cumulatively raised more than $395 million CAD. The post Google for Startups Accelerator opens 2024 Canadian cohort applications first appeared on BetaKit.
BetaKit (Kitchener-Waterloo) · Jun 12, 2024
The deal follows a similar across-the-pond acquisition in April. The post Descartes acquires UK-based logistics platform BoxTop for $18 million CAD first appeared on BetaKit.
BetaKit (Kitchener-Waterloo) · Jun 10, 2024
Smaller Canadian cities make strides in 2024 as larger ecosystems lose some of their lustre. The post Toronto, Vancouver slip in Startup Genome’s 2024 rankings as Montréal, Calgary, Ottawa rise first appeared on BetaKit.
BetaKit (Kitchener-Waterloo) · Jun 3, 2024
AgTech startup is now looking to grow its team, double down on R&D. The post After validating “enterprise farming playbook” in the US, IntelliCulture closes $3.5 million first appeared on BetaKit.
BetaKit (National) · May 15, 2024
“You have to build the base of the pyramid before you can reach higher heights.”
BetaKit (Kitchener-Waterloo) · May 14, 2024
Nfinite says its ultra-thin barrier seals sustainable packaging while maintaining recyclability. The post Nfinite Nanotech closes $8.9 million CAD to nanocoat sustainable packaging first appeared on BetaKit.
BetaKit (Kitchener-Waterloo) · Apr 22, 2024
Descartes continues its acquisition spree while GroupeX joins HR Path’s growing Canadian portfolio. The post Across-the-pond acquisitions: Descartes acquires ASD, HR Path acquires GroupeX first appeared on BetaKit.
BetaKit (Kitchener-Waterloo) · Apr 16, 2024
With AI Avatars, Vidyard aims to facilitate “personalized video communications at scale.” The post Vidyard rolls out AI avatars after securing funding from EDC and existing backers first appeared on BetaKit.
BetaKit (Kitchener-Waterloo) · Apr 11, 2024
Avidbots has slimmed down for hot bot summer. The post Avidbots launches Kas, a smaller cleaning robot targeting new markets first appeared on BetaKit.
BetaKit (Kitchener-Waterloo) · Mar 14, 2024
Kitchener-Waterloo startup’s customers have included Lockheed Martin. The post DarwinAI acquired by Apple amid Big Tech arms race first appeared on BetaKit.
BetaKit (Kitchener-Waterloo) · Mar 7, 2024
MedReddie, SkyAcres, and Nimble Science represent Canada in the class of 2024. The post Three Canadian startups earn spots in Google’s latest Women Founders accelerator cohort first appeared on BetaKit.
BetaKit (Kitchener-Waterloo) · Mar 4, 2024
Miovision acquired traffic data collection company CJ Hensch & Associates in January. The post Miovision nabs Traffic Technology Services in second acquisition this year first appeared on BetaKit.
BetaKit (Kitchener-Waterloo) · Feb 22, 2024
Xanadu, High Q, ProteinQure among companies receiving funding. The post Ontario companies receiving $17.2 million in federal funding to commercialize quantum solutions first appeared on BetaKit.
BetaKit (Kitchener-Waterloo) · Feb 14, 2024
Evercloak’s membranes are aimed to reduce the energy air conditioners consume by more than 50 percent. The post Evercloak closes $2-million seed round as it looks to cool buildings without heating the planet first appeared on BetaKit.
BetaKit (Kitchener-Waterloo) · Feb 8, 2024
Kik founder’s new venture wants to help creators monetize their work for as little as five cents. The post Ted Livingston’s new micropayments startup Code closes $6.5 million in seed financing first appeared on BetaKit.
BetaKit (Kitchener-Waterloo) · Feb 1, 2024
Selected startups can potentially test their tech at Waterloo’s international airport. The post Accelerator Centre opens applications for new aerospace accelerator program first appeared on BetaKit.
