London, Ontario's Paystone is acquiring Ackroo, a loyalty marketing, payments, and point-of-sale technology services provider. Ackroo, listed on the Toronto Venture Exchange as AKR, is being … READ MORE... about London’s Paystone Acquires Hamilton’s Ackroo for $21M to Fortify Fintech Toolkit
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Remembering What Canadian Experts Said About Financial Technology in 2024
Santa is readying his sleigh for a big journey next week, which signals that another year is just about wrapped up. In 2024, a robust roster of professionals from across the financial and technology spectrums inked the pages of Fintech.ca, covering wide … READ MORE... about Remembering What Canadian Experts Said About Financial Technology in 2024
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London’s Paystone Acquires Hamilton’s Ackroo for $21M to Fortify Fintech Toolkit
London, Ontario's Paystone is acquiring Ackroo, a loyalty marketing, payments, and point-of-sale technology services provider. Ackroo, listed on the Toronto Venture Exchange as AKR, is being acquired at a price of $0.15 per share, or about $21 million, the … READ MORE... about London’s Paystone Acquires Hamilton’s Ackroo for $21M to Fortify Fintech Toolkit
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Alberta Innovators Showcase the Success of Canadian Fintech in 2024
This year the province of Alberta surpassed BC in terms of investment dollars attracted, drawing a total of $383 million across 41 deals. Following this "continued momentum" up, Start Alberta recently recognized the top areas for venture capital flow in the … READ MORE... about Alberta Innovators Showcase the Success of Canadian Fintech in 2024
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Loop Launches Canada’s First SME-Focused Cross-Border Visa Card
Toronto-based fintech Loop has introduced the Loop Global Visa Card, Canada’s first corporate credit card designed specifically for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to streamline cross-border purchasing. … READ MORE... about Loop Launches Canada’s First SME-Focused Cross-Border Visa Card
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Cyder Launches New Loyalty Program Solution for Credit Unions in Canada
A new loyalty program specifically designed for credit unions has launched in Canada. Toronto-born financial technology firm Cyder this week announced $1.5 million in pre-seed funding as the company targets credit unions across the country. … READ MORE... about Cyder Launches New Loyalty Program Solution for Credit Unions in Canada
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Canadian Parents Struggle to Save for Education
Rising living costs and education expenses have left many Canadian parents struggling to save, with the cost of a four-year university education projected to exceed $100,000 in 2025. … READ MORE... about Canadian Parents Struggle to Save for Education
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Beacon Partners with BMO to Revolutionize Financial Services for Immigrants
Toronto-based fintech Beacon has partnered with the Bank of Montreal (BMO) to revolutionize financial services for immigrants to Canada. The collaboration focuses on streamlining cross-border money transfer solutions, addressing critical financial challenges … READ MORE... about Beacon Partners with BMO to Revolutionize Financial Services for Immigrants
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Fixing Canada’s Payroll Challenges Requires More Than Swapping Out Systems
Ottawa has already burned through $3.5 billion trying to fix the Phoenix pay fiasco — and now it’s shelling out even more after settling with federal employees hit by the chaotic payroll issues. … READ MORE... about Fixing Canada’s Payroll Challenges Requires More Than Swapping Out Systems
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Silicon Valley’s Tipalti Takes Next Steps to Expand Fintech Solutions in Canada
Tipalti is doubling down in Canada. The California-born finance automation company has officially registered as a money services business with the Financial Transactions and Reports Analysis Centre of Canada, the country's financial intelligence and … READ MORE... about Silicon Valley’s Tipalti Takes Next Steps to Expand Fintech Solutions in Canada
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KOHO Launches Metal Card, Redefining Premium Banking
KOHO has introduced its Metal Card, a durable and stylish product aimed at making premium financial tools accessible to more consumers. … READ MORE... about KOHO Launches Metal Card, Redefining Premium Banking