Canadian insurtech PolicyMe says its new in-house AI copilot has reduced underwriter turnaround time on complex life insurance applications by 59%, tackling a process that can leave applicants waiting … READ MORE... about How PolicyMe Is Bringing AI to Complex Life Insurance Reviews
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Float Names Former BDC Capital Partner Jack Fraser as First CFO
Toronto-based Float Financial has appointed Jack Fraser as its first chief financial officer as the company expands its AI-powered finance platform for Canadian businesses. Fraser joins after approximately seven years as a partner at BDC Capital’s Growth … READ MORE... about Float Names Former BDC Capital Partner Jack Fraser as First CFO
Webull Bolsters Platform with Nasdaq Basic Canada to Boost Market Visibility
Webull now offers Nasdaq Basic Canada on its platform, providing clients with free access to real-time Level 1 quote and trade data across Canadian-listed equities directly through the fintech platform. … READ MORE... about Webull Bolsters Platform with Nasdaq Basic Canada to Boost Market Visibility
How PolicyMe Is Bringing AI to Complex Life Insurance Reviews
Canadian insurtech PolicyMe says its new in-house AI copilot has reduced underwriter turnaround time on complex life insurance applications by 59%, tackling a process that can leave applicants waiting while medical records, lab results and physician statements … READ MORE... about How PolicyMe Is Bringing AI to Complex Life Insurance Reviews
National Bank of Canada to Acquire ‘Strongly Aligned’ Toronto Fintech
National Bank of Canada is acquiring Embark Student, a Toronto-based fintech delivering digital-first education savings and planning services, for an estimated $226 million. … READ MORE... about National Bank of Canada to Acquire ‘Strongly Aligned’ Toronto Fintech
Canada Launches Real-Time Rail With Wealthsimple and KOHO Among First Participants
Canada’s Real-Time Rail is live, with Wealthsimple, KOHO and other early participants helping usher in a new era of around-the-clock payments. … READ MORE... about Canada Launches Real-Time Rail With Wealthsimple and KOHO Among First Participants
Wealthsimple Unveils Penny AI Assistant in Major Product Expansion
Wealthsimple is introducing an AI assistant that can help Canadians move money, place trades, and manage everyday financial tasks—with client approval required before it takes action. … READ MORE... about Wealthsimple Unveils Penny AI Assistant in Major Product Expansion
Fintechs Welcome Ottawa’s Proposed Ban on Investment Transfer Fees
Fintechs Canada and Wealthsimple are welcoming a federal proposal to ban investment account transfer-out fees, while urging provinces to extend similar protections to financial providers they oversee. … READ MORE... about Fintechs Welcome Ottawa’s Proposed Ban on Investment Transfer Fees
Mako Powers Digital Client Onboarding at Odlum Brown
Montreal-based Mako has launched a custom digital onboarding solution with Odlum Brown, connecting client account opening directly to the independent investment firm’s Dataphile book-of-record system. … READ MORE... about Mako Powers Digital Client Onboarding at Odlum Brown
Bank of Canada Opens Consultation on Open Banking Accreditation
Canadian fintechs have until December 8 to weigh in on proposed accreditation guidance that will help shape participation in the country’s consumer-driven banking framework. … READ MORE... about Bank of Canada Opens Consultation on Open Banking Accreditation
Adyen Finds Cash Flow Gaps Put Canadian Small Businesses at Risk
Canadian small businesses face potential cutbacks and closures if they cannot access funding, according to new research from payments platform Adyen. … READ MORE... about Adyen Finds Cash Flow Gaps Put Canadian Small Businesses at Risk