The New Geography of Startups: Where Innovation Is Spreading
For decades, a handful of cities have dominated the conversation around where startups are built, funded, and scaled. That picture has been shifting, with venture activity...
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Headlines on the small cap U.S. and Canadian companies we follow, pulled from the wires as they publish. Every story opens at its original source.
Canada Has C$500B in Private Credit Exposure, But Little at Home
Canadian institutions have about C$500B of private credit exposure, mostly abroad, while Canadian businesses still rely heavily on banks and public debt markets. The post Canada...
Why Traders Watch Nasdaq 100 Moves
The Nasdaq 100 is closely watched for its exposure to major technology and growth companies. Here’s why traders monitor its moves, what drives volatility, and how...
IRS clarifies 'no tax on overtime' deduction rules. What workers need to know
Taxpayers who were unsure whether they qualified or how much they could claim will likely have an easier time when they file their 2026 tax returns,...
Trump, Carney reportedly in talks ahead of new 50% tariffs on Canadian goods
Trump has already imposed a variety of tariffs on Canada and its specific exports, including metals, lumber and auto parts.
Prediction market traders see roughly 1-in-4 odds Paramount’s bid to buy Warner Bros. Discovery fails
The odds are higher than they were before 12 states sued to block the merger, but lower than after Paramount delayed the acquisition in late July.
Shakepay Brings Bitcoin-Backed Credit Inside Its Canadian Account
Shakepay launches BLOC, a bitcoin-backed line of credit for Canadians, adding regulated lending to its growing mix of crypto, payments and savings products. The post Shakepay...
Regulating payment methods for gaming in an ever-moving market
Canada’s regulated iGaming market is raising expectations for payment speed, security and compliance as fintech changes how deposits and withdrawals are handled. The post Regulating payment...
Brdg And Mortgage Automator Modernize Construction Lending
Brdg and Mortgage Automator are modernizing different parts of construction lending in Canada, from project information and draw readiness to lender-side draw control. The post Brdg...
Why fintech operational resilience begins with IT asset transparency
Fintech operational resilience starts with knowing what systems, assets and dependencies the business actually runs. Accurate IT asset inventories help firms meet DORA requirements, strengthen audit...
Sanders proposes bill to stop Social Security benefit garnishment for unpaid student loans
Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., announced a new proposal on Monday to protect federal student loan borrowers from having their Social Security checks garnished.
National Bank Modernizes Fund Accounting With Multifonds
National Bank selects Multifonds to consolidate fund and ETF accounting onto one platform, adding automation and tighter operational control. The post National Bank Modernizes Fund Accounting...
How fintech companies can use public web data without regulatory risk
Fintech companies can use public web data for underwriting, AML, fraud detection and pricing, but regulatory risk depends on how that data is collected, stored and...
Refiner stocks are on a nearly unprecedented run. History says it could end soon
Refining is a great business, but if you've had the good fortune to ride this trade this year, it's likely time to take profits.
Transforming Ottawa Homes: A Complete Guide to Hiring Expert Bathroom Contractors
Aug 17, 2026 Finding the right home improvement specialist is often the defining factor between a stressful renovation and a seamless home upgrade. When it comes...