Technology
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Vancouver’s Vistara closes first round of new US$100m fund
Growth fund brings in US$40m, with plans to raise US$60m more by year’s end
Small budget, big results
Being able to do more with less has become the name of the game in the world of digital marketing. Producing great results with a small budget has become the norm, as companies continue to optimize...
Moving Cascadia corridor from vision to reality
Signs of progress include steering committee’s launch, high-speed rail commitments
Hootsuite considers sale for US$750m: Reuters
Vancouver-based tech company is exploring a sale, according to a media report
Blockchain technology vital in the race to make cities smarter
“Smart cities.” It’s a term you’re likely to hear frequently these days in conversations about urban planning. Governments at every level around the world – and the companies eager to partner with...
Asian augmented reality company eyes funeral sector
A South Korean company wants to inject augmented reality (AR) technology into North American memorial sites and cemeteries as a way for the funeral industry to cater to consumers who are increasingly...
Vancouver startup seeks to protect privacy while collecting data
Firm claims app can gather customer information that contains no personal details
AI market research attracts Canucks, NFL attention
Rival Technologies founded following Andrew Reid’s departure from Vision Critical
Virtual reality summit draws major Asian interest
South Korea, Taiwan contingents see B.C. as the gateway to North American expansion
B.C. companies in global race to perfect cannabis-infused beverage technology
Agrima, Tilray and Emerald Health among the local ventures conducting research