Calgary-based Rain Cage Carbon, a vanguard in decarbonization technologies, recently revealed a breakthrough process to produce fullerenes and their derivatives—some of the world’s most sought-after materials—on an unprecedented scale. Fullerenes are hollow, sphere-shaped arrangements of carbon atoms. These intricate structures pack a punch; their unique properties can enhance and speed up existing technologies, unlocking a […]
Calgary Startup Meets Digital Natives’ Expectation of Instant Expertise
As our world steadily becomes more digitized, Canadian homeowners and renters are embracing the power of technology for their home maintenance and improvement needs. Calgary-based SaaS company IrisCX made waves in the tech industry for its approach to connecting consumers to real-time expert help. Harnessing technologies such as computer vision, conversational intelligence, and machine learning, […]
Lethbridge College Joins Smart Farm Network to Advance Agtech in Alberta
Driven by a vision to accelerate the development and adoption of agricultural technologies across Canada, the Pan-Canadian Smart Farm Network brings together expertise and data to create a robust platform for knowledge transfer and technological evolution. Launched by Olds College in Alberta in 2021, the network includes Lakeland College in Alberta, Glacier Discovery Farm in […]
Calgary Startup Taps AI to Build Unique Sorting Machine for Collectible Cards
A good-natured quip in 2015 sparked an idea that may revolutionize the way collectible card enthusiasts, hobbyists, and game store owners manage their inventories. TCG Machines, a Calgary-based tech startup, has been a relentless pursuit for entrepreneur Graeme Gordon, a mechanical engineer by profession. A tiring three-day endeavour to sort his collection of Magic cards […]
Calgary Cleantech Innovation Recognized in Global Startup Ecosystem Report
Four the fourth year in a row, Canada ranked fourth on StartupBlink’s Global Startup Ecosystem Index for 2023, behind Israel, the UK, and the US. Within Canada, Toronto ranked as the top startup hub. Vancouver, whose startup ecosystem ranked 18th in North America, placed second in the nation. In third, Montreal gained one spot. Now […]
Developer and Fintech Collab to Create More Housing in Downtown Calgary
Commercial property in downtown cores have lost value in recent years. Demand for downtown office space is diminished because many companies remain operating on hybrid or remote models initiated during the thick of the Pandemic and thus require fewer desks at headquarters than they did three years prior. “As remote and hybrid work arrangements become […]
Calgary Fintech Catapults Forward with Capital Markets Innovation
Calgary-grown financial technology firm Katipult catapulted into the limelight recently by clinching the prestigious “Workflow Tech of the Future” accolade at the recent Banking Tech USA Awards. The award recognized Katipult’s role in transforming and digitizing capital markets, helping firms facilitate the creation, launch, and closing of private transactions. “Our singular mission is to deliver […]
Calgary Hosted Innovation and Inspiration at Biggest INVENTURE$ Event Yet
Following a riveting three days, the highly anticipated INVENTURE$ 2023 concluded on a high note. The innovation experience brought together leading minds, industry leaders, angel investors, and venture capitalists, boasting an impressive attendance of over 3,000 participants, along with an additional global digital audience. Hosted by Alberta Innovates, the event, themed “Innovation Overdrive,” spanned eight […]
Veerum Draws Investment to Transform Asset Management with Visual Intelligence
A growing technology firm in the industrial asset visualization space announced this week a funding round to the tune of $9.3 million. Calgary-based Veerum garnered the capital from Idea Well Capital Partners and existing investors BDC Capital (through its Industrial Innovation Venture Fund), Evok Innovations, and Builders VC. “This is an incredible time to be […]
Suncor Joins Plug and Play Initiative to Advance Sustainability in Alberta
Plug and Play, a world-renowned innovation platform, is enhancing its footprint in Alberta’s sustainability landscape by partnering with Suncor, a Canadian energy company headquartered in Calgary. This collaboration marks Suncor as the first corporate entity to join Plug and Play’s Sustainability Program in Alberta. The alliance seeks to expedite the development and adoption of sustainable […]