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BetaKit (Kitchener-Waterloo) · Jan 30, 2024
The startups include GoBolt, Humi, Smile Digital Health, SWTCH, ZayZoon, Connect Tech. The post Communitech names six new Canadian tech companies on track to reach $1 billion in revenue by 2030 first appeared on BetaKit.
BetaKit (Kitchener-Waterloo) · Jan 24, 2024
The funding is aimed to build a “world-class quantum sensing ecosystem” in the province. The post Ontario invests $14.9 million into Waterloo Region’s Quantum Valley Ideas Lab first appeared on BetaKit.
BetaKit (Kitchener-Waterloo) · Jan 18, 2024
CEO hopes deal will give Miovision a deeper understanding of its target market. The post Miovision acquires one of its customers, traffic data collection firm CJ Hensch first appeared on BetaKit.
BetaKit (Kitchener-Waterloo) · Dec 22, 2023
Tulip COO and president Ian Rawlins to replace Asaria. The post After 10 years leading Tulip, Ali Asaria steps down as CEO first appeared on BetaKit.
BetaKit (Kitchener-Waterloo) · Dec 13, 2023
Intellijoint CEO: “We want to put the focus back on Waterloo Region.” The post Kitchener-Waterloo tech leaders launch new community-building platform Waterloo Inc. first appeared on BetaKit.
BetaKit (Kitchener-Waterloo) · Nov 10, 2023
Thinkific hits positive EBITDA as Coveo and Mogo shrink losses. The post Trio of Canadian tech companies show progress towards profitability in earnings this week first appeared on BetaKit.
Luge Capital · Sep 27, 2023
This exclusive report is an in-depth analysis of technology trends across the Canadian insurance industry, InsurTech startup activities, venture funding, innovation and future opportunities. The Canadian insurance industry is in the midst of a digital transformation. In almost all cases, the incumbent insurance carriers and re-insurance providers have made it a priority to evolve their customer…
Luge Capital · Sep 26, 2023
Fintech-focused venture capital firm to continue investing in the next generation of early-stage startups in Canada and the US MONTRÉAL – September 26, 2023 — Luge Capital today announced that it has raised CA$71 million in the first close of its second fund, Luge Capital Fund II, towards an ultimate fund size of $100 million. LPs […]
Accelerator Centre · Apr 26, 2022
In 2018, Thomas Uhlenbruck founded Pulse Industrial - an IoT company with the primary goal to reduce fuel consumption, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and improve safety in industrial plants, through the use of artificial intelligence and machine-learned analytics.
Accelerator Centre · Apr 25, 2022
As lockdown protocols came into effect and academic institutions were forced into online learning procedures, Victor made the decision to take advantage of the new virtual landscape and bring the SmartConcil platform to the Canadian market.
Accelerator Centre · Dec 16, 2021
The additional 20m will help the company continue the development and commercialization of its rapid COVID-19 test.
Accelerator Centre · Oct 21, 2021
In just three years, AceAge went from research and development, to market secure distribution agreements and purchase orders for its smart pill companion, Karie™.
Accelerator Centre · Oct 19, 2021
YOURIKA was born from the idea that anyone should be able to learn and discover anything, anywhere, and at any time. By combining decades of AI research with its proprietary technology and world-class team, they've made it possible.
Accelerator Centre · Oct 18, 2021
AHead has completed its programming and is focusing on expanding the product line to continue innovating the Healthcare industry. CARL is currently the only patient simulator platform to combine a physical patient simulator with clinical resources and curriculum to maximize clinical success.
Luge Capital · Jun 10, 2021
#FrontRunners is a series of spotlights on prominent members of the Luge Capital network. We are fortunate to have access to this network and wish to share with FinTech entrepreneurs their industry insights and tips on partnering with their organizations. Over the course of my career, advising start-up founders, one of the common growth strategies I see is the establishment of partnerships to b…
Luge Capital · Mar 31, 2021
Behind every successful PR campaign there is a great PR strategy! In this edition of #FrontRunners Live, our guests Beck Bamberger from BAM and Cathy White from CEW Communications shared best practices in public relations for early stage tech startups with moderator Gisele Karekezi (Luge). These two veteran PR specialists went over the dos and […]
Luge Capital · Feb 18, 2021
In this #FrontRunners Live edition, April Dunford joined Luge Capital’s David Nault for a fireside chat on product positioning for early stage B2B tech companies. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, marketer or sales person struggling to bring innovative products to market, April Dunford helps you find your AWESOME so customers do too. Perfecting company and […]
Luge Capital · Jan 19, 2021
#FrontRunners is a series of spotlights on prominent members of the Luge Capital network. We are fortunate to have access to this network and wish to share with FinTech entrepreneurs their industry insights and tips on partnering with their organizations. In this #FrontRunners edition, we welcome former entrepreneur Peggy Mangot who is now the Operating Partner for PayPal Ventures. Peggy brings…
Luge Capital · Dec 2, 2020
The global InsurTech startup ecosystem saw record-breaking level of investments of US$2.5 billion in Q3 2020. As the category begins to heat up both in Canada and globally, we are going to explore where the future innovation and investment opportunities are from investors’ perspectives. This event brought together a combination of institutional and corporate […]
Accelerator Centre · Nov 20, 2020
Emmetros Limited, a leader in inclusive and intuitive healthcare technology is proud to announce its partnership with PointClickCare, the leading cloud-based software vendor for the long-term and post-acute care market.
Luge Capital · Nov 18, 2020
This exclusive report is an in-depth analysis of technology trends across the Canadian insurance industry, InsurTech startup activities, venture funding, innovation and future opportunities. The Canadian insurance industry is in the midst of a digital transformation. In almost all cases, the incumbent insurance carriers and re-insurance providers have made it a priority to evolve their customer…
Luge Capital · Oct 6, 2020
#FrontRunners is a series of spotlights on prominent members of the Luge Capital network. We are fortunate to have access to this network and wish to share with FinTech entrepreneurs their industry insights and tips on partnering with their organizations. WHAT IS YOUR ROLE AT DESJARDINS GROUP? I am Vice-President of Growth, Acquisition and Development with a team of over 600 people dedicated to…
Accelerator Centre · May 5, 2020
AC JumpStart and Startup Visa recipient ApplyBoard raises $100M in Series C funding on a $2B valuation. The investment will accelerate product development, fuel expansion into new markets and improve access to education for international students.
Luge Capital · Oct 22, 2019
Oct. 22, 2019 /TechCrunch/ – There are 831 financial technology startups headquartered in or operating in Canada, according to data collected by Fintech Growth Syndicate, yet only a handful of venture capital funds specializing in the region and sector. Luge Capital, a fintech and AI-focused venture capital fund headquartered in Montreal and Toronto, is looking to close that gap. The firm has r…
