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Canada's extra cautious stablecoin path risks Web3 departure
Crypto

Canada's extra cautious stablecoin path risks Web3 departure

Experts say the Stablecoin Act may be the right chance for Canada to catch up in the evolution of Web3 infrastructure.

By Jake MacAndrew • 5 min read • Wed, 4th Feb 2026
BDO Canada buys GrantMatch to boost grants advisory
Software-as-a-Service

BDO Canada buys GrantMatch to boost grants advisory

BDO Canada acquires GrantMatch, adding grants specialists and a funding-tracking platform to expand its Credits & Incentives services.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Tue, 27th Jan 2026
Canada's AI push hinges on data centres & clean power
Smart Cities

Canada's AI push hinges on data centres & clean power

Canada must treat data centres as core infrastructure in 2026 to turn AI strategy into secure, low‑carbon growth for communities.

By Marc Mondesir • 7 min read • Sat, 24th Jan 2026
Interac launches online debit payments with KONEK gateway
Digital Transformation

Interac launches online debit payments with KONEK gateway

Staples Canada is the first national retailer to offer Interac KONEK, a secure Canadian eCommerce payment option supported by Moneris and major banks.

By Jake MacAndrew • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Nov 2025
Mark Lane launches FX platform for entrepreneurs in Canada
Fintech

Mark Lane launches FX platform for entrepreneurs in Canada

Mark Lane has launched Canada's first FX platform letting entrepreneurial currency professionals run their own client portfolios with flexible hours and higher commissions.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Sat, 25th Oct 2025
Canada launches task force to update its AI strategy
Artificial Intelligence

Canada launches task force to update its AI strategy

Canada launches AI Strategy Task Force and national consultation to update its AI strategy, aiming to boost innovation, trust and economic growth nationwide.

By Jake MacAndrew • 3 min read • Tue, 30th Sep 2025
Interac opens e-Transfer network to more PSPs under new rules
Crypto

Interac opens e-Transfer network to more PSPs under new rules

Interac has opened its e-Transfer network to more PSPs registered under Canada's new Retail Payment Activities Act, broadening access and innovation in digital payments.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Wed, 17th Sep 2025

Global Stories

Bank of Canada stories

In finance, intelligence is human before it is artificial
Digital Transformation

In finance, intelligence is human before it is artificial

Despite billions invested in AI, financial firms see slow adoption as solutions must prioritise trust, transparency, and augment human judgement over automation.

By Zhuang Qiang Bok • 5 min read • Sat, 22nd Nov 2025
Banks accelerate shift from AI research to practical deployment
Fintech

Banks accelerate shift from AI research to practical deployment

Banks have accelerated the shift from AI research to practical tools, with top institutions rapidly deploying innovations in trading, fraud prevention, and customer service.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 19th Sep 2025
Banks accelerate AI innovation with surge in new patents & investments
Artificial Intelligence

Banks accelerate AI innovation with surge in new patents & investments

The banking industry is seeing a significant acceleration in AI innovation, with a rise in new patents and research publications.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 11th Apr 2024
JPMorgan Chase leads as AI research powerhouse – report
Artificial Intelligence

JPMorgan Chase leads as AI research powerhouse – report

Newly data by Evident shows JPMorgan Chase's ongoing rise as a leading force in AI research, with a significant increase in output.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 13th Feb 2024
Banks dedicate more resources to responsible AI but clarity lags behind
Partner Programmes

Banks dedicate more resources to responsible AI but clarity lags behind

Banks are dedicating more resources to responsible artificial intelligence, with a 43% staffing increase, but only six clarify their approach.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 18th Dec 2023
Bugcrowd appoints New Board Chair & Advisory Board Member
Marketing Technologies

Bugcrowd appoints New Board Chair & Advisory Board Member

Bugcrowd appoints Michael Jennings as Board Chair and David Fairman to Advisory Board, strengthening its leadership team and expertise.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Sep 2023
No evidence of responsible AI in world's largest banks
Fintech

No evidence of responsible AI in world's largest banks

Banks across North America and Europe are failing to publicly report on their approaches to responsible AI development.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 28th Mar 2023
Okta eliminates the need for passwords with ThreatInsight
Identity and Access Management

Okta eliminates the need for passwords with ThreatInsight

Okta announces new features that allow organisations to replace passwords with stronger authentication methods.

By Kai Ping Lew • 5 min read • Thu, 24th May 2018
Kiwi Startup Spotlight: 9 Spokes leveraging IBM Watson to give SMBs in-depth business overviews
Enterprise Resource Planning

Kiwi Startup Spotlight: 9 Spokes leveraging IBM Watson to give SMBs in-depth business overviews

9 Spokes co-founder Adrian Grant talks about the global solution provider's exciting plans for AI integration.

By Kai Ping Lew • 4 min read • Fri, 25th Aug 2017

Stories from Other Regions

Bank of Canada stories

JPMorganChase tops AI Index as banks boost investment returns
Digital Transformation

JPMorganChase tops AI Index as banks boost investment returns

JPMorganChase leads the Evident AI Index as banks boost AI investments, with returns expected to nearly double to USD $2 billion amid rising adoption.

By Catherine Knowles • 6 min read • Thu, 9th Oct 2025