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The "No" stamp: Why your AI startup is dying in procurement

Jan 5, 2026

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6 min read

The "No" stamp: Why your AI startup is dying in procurement

Startups sell velocity. Enterprises buy stability. Here is why your GenAI contract died on my desk.

Shaun Tofsrud

Your exclusive guide to Vancouver's tech scene in 2026

If you haven’t been paying attention, this all may be news to you.

William Johnson

Newsletters

Dec 21, 2025

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5 min read

🏙️ Top stories of the year

Plus, a few recommendations.

William Johnson

Funding and Deals

Vancouver foodtech startups turn AI loose on seafood, restaurants, and kitchen waste

Dec 20, 2025

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3 min read

Vancouver foodtech startups turn AI loose on seafood, restaurants, and kitchen waste

Local startups tackle food industry challenges with computer vision and predictive analytics

Emily Edwards

The Hidden Infrastructure Behind AI: Insights from VRIFY’s 2025 Mineral Exploration Tech Report

As AI reshapes every sector, exploration and mining are next. Here’s the data that shows how fast the industry is changing

Partner Content

Showcase your innovation at Web Summit Vancouver: Applications now open for the BC Pavilion’s Venture Spotlight

Dec 17, 2025

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4 min read

Showcase your innovation at Web Summit Vancouver: Applications now open for the BC Pavilion’s Venture Spotlight

With Web Summit Vancouver returning in 2026, Innovate BC is inviting B.C. ventures to apply for the Venture Spotlight and access a standout platform to engage with global investors and audiences at the BC Pavilion.

Partner Content

Traction

Inside Pickleheads’ post-seed hiring strategy

Dec 17, 2025

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5 min read

Inside Pickleheads’ post-seed hiring strategy

After raising a $2.5M seed round, Pickleheads turned to South America and a subscription-based recruiting model to expand its engineering team quickly and cost-effectively.

Partner Content

Events

Dec 17, 2025

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6 min read

Coffee with VTJ and friends

Plus two new conversations on what's next for Vancouver's tech economy and talent

Emily Edwards

Funding and Deals

Vancouver’s Photonic Inc. selected for federal Canadian Quantum Champions Program

Dec 16, 2025

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3 min read

Vancouver’s Photonic Inc. selected for federal Canadian Quantum Champions Program

The quantum computing company will participate in Phase 1 of a new national initiative focused on fault-tolerant quantum systems.

VTJ Newsroom

The "No" stamp: Why your AI startup is dying in procurement

Your exclusive guide to Vancouver's tech scene in 2026

🏙️ Top stories of the year

Vancouver foodtech startups turn AI loose on seafood, restaurants, and kitchen waste

The Hidden Infrastructure Behind AI: Insights from VRIFY’s 2025 Mineral Exploration Tech Report

Showcase your innovation at Web Summit Vancouver: Applications now open for the BC Pavilion’s Venture Spotlight

Inside Pickleheads’ post-seed hiring strategy

Coffee with VTJ and friends

Vancouver’s Photonic Inc. selected for federal Canadian Quantum Champions Program

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