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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Edmonton Fintech Offers AI-Powered ‘Dealership Companion’ for Car Buyers
Targeting the automotive marketplace sector, Carbeeza is leveraging artificial intelligence to accurately predict optimal financing scenarios for consumers, allowing them to anonymously browse vehicles they can afford. … READ MORE... about Edmonton Fintech Offers AI-Powered ‘Dealership Companion’ for Car Buyers
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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