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B.C. government's tech priorities revealed by JEDI mandate letter

Jan 23, 2025

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9 min read

B.C. government's tech priorities revealed by JEDI mandate letter

The premier has doubled down on his response to the threat of U.S. tariffs, saying retaliation is "not out of the question."

Kate Wilson

Opinion

Tech talent in Vancouver: attracting and retaining the best in the business

Jan 22, 2025

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5 min read

Tech talent in Vancouver: attracting and retaining the best in the business

Competition for top talent is increasing, and businesses must find ways to stand out — including through the spaces they provide for their employees.

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What a prorogued parliament means for Vancouver businesses

Jan 22, 2025

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9 min read

What a prorogued parliament means for Vancouver businesses

Plus, apply for two new free accelerator programs for founders.

Emily Edwards

Funding and Deals

Vancouver-based Digital bets big on quantum

Jan 21, 2025

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1 min read

Vancouver-based Digital bets big on quantum

The $5 million in investments, and $7 million in additional funding, represent the first time the supercluster has put money into quantum tech.

Kate Wilson

The SF pull: How Silicon Valley shapes Vancouver's tech ecosystem

Local founders are emigrating to the U.S. - but the merit of that move "depends on what and how you want to build,” say entrepreneurs.

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Volatile politics unsettle Vancouver businesses

Jan 19, 2025

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10 min read

Volatile politics unsettle Vancouver businesses

Though, two big local Series A announcements prove that cash is still flowing.

Kate Wilson

Funding and Deals

Vancouver's Moment Energy backed by Amazon with USD $15 million raise

Jan 17, 2025

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4 min read

Vancouver's Moment Energy backed by Amazon with USD $15 million raise

The funding will go towards doubling the size of its Vancouver headquarters' facilities and team, and building the world’s first gigafactory dedicated to repurposing EV batteries.

Emily Edwards

Opinion

Almost made it: Remembering Azure Dynamics' electric vehicles

Jan 16, 2025

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9 min read

Almost made it: Remembering Azure Dynamics' electric vehicles

The financial failure of the Vancouver-designed electric van highlights the trend of Canada’s history of inventing products that other countries commercialize.

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Bootstrapped coding school Lighthouse Labs acquired by Uvaro

Jan 16, 2025

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8 min read

Bootstrapped coding school Lighthouse Labs acquired by Uvaro

Plus, BBTV rebrands, and multiple announcements from Vancouver quantum companies.

Kate Wilson

B.C. government's tech priorities revealed by JEDI mandate letter

Tech talent in Vancouver: attracting and retaining the best in the business

What a prorogued parliament means for Vancouver businesses

Vancouver-based Digital bets big on quantum

The SF pull: How Silicon Valley shapes Vancouver's tech ecosystem

Volatile politics unsettle Vancouver businesses

Vancouver's Moment Energy backed by Amazon with USD $15 million raise

Almost made it: Remembering Azure Dynamics' electric vehicles

Bootstrapped coding school Lighthouse Labs acquired by Uvaro

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