Technology

BCSC seeks input from B.C. fintech and tech firms Fallback Image Decorative pattern

Industry

BCSC seeks input from B.C. fintech and tech firms

The British Columbia Securities Commission (BCSC) has released an online survey, published a new tech industry webpage and announced a dedicated tech team as part of its ongoing outreach aimed at B.C. fintech and tech companies, as well as other stakeholders active in these sectors. Read: World’s largest hedge fund firm turning to automation The […]

By Staff |January 25, 2017

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SEC approves Wealthsimple for U.S. launch Fallback Image Decorative pattern

Industry

SEC approves Wealthsimple for U.S. launch

It can now serve American clients.

By Staff |January 25, 2017

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Canada bucks trend with 7% climb in VC deals Fallback Image Decorative pattern

Economic Indicators

Canada bucks trend with 7% climb in VC deals

When it comes to the deal activity of companies backed by venture capital (VC), Canada bucks global declines. In 2016, VC-backed company deals rose 7% in 2016 to 266 deals, reveals a report from PwC Canada and CB Insights. Total dollars invested were US$1.7 billion, which roughly matches 2015’s figure. Both trends contrast significantly with […]

By Staff |January 25, 2017

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61% of S&P/TSX firms call cybersecurity a material risk Fallback Image Decorative pattern

Industry

61% of S&P/TSX firms call cybersecurity a material risk

Staff from the British Columbia Securities Commission, the Ontario Securities Commission and the Autorité des marchés financiers have published Multilateral Staff Notice 51-347 Disclosure of Cybersecurity Risks and Incidents. The notice reports the findings of a review announced by the Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA) in Staff Notice 11-332 Cybersecurity (Staff Notice 11-332) and provides disclosure […]

By Staff |January 19, 2017

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