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Fintech & Ecommerce

TD Bank Joins Mastercard Priceless Planet Coalition to Boost Reforestation Efforts in Canada

TD Bank, in collaboration with Mastercard Priceless Planet Coalition, has introduced a standout initiative allowing MBNA cardholders to support reforestation efforts in Canada.

Fintech & Ecommerce

How Online Payment Trends Affect Holiday Shopping

Holiday shopping patterns continuously change reflecting macroeconomic realities, consumer behaviour shifts, and the constant evolution of payment methods. As the season of joy is approaching, we cannot help but wonder what changes current online payment trends have brought to the holiday shopping routine. 

News

Canada’s Economy Demonstrates Growth

In the third quarter of 2024, the Canadian economic system showed growth of 1% year-on-year.

News

Mastercard Offers Immersive Shopping Experiences to Boost Canadian SMBs

Mastercard is launching a festive shopping initiative in Fort Langley, B.C., where immersive interactive experiences will amuse customers and support local small businesses (SMBs).

Fintech & Ecommerce

Canadian Holiday Sales to Increase 2.2% This Season

Mastercard SpendingPulse reveals encouraging signs for Canadian holiday retail sales, with several factors enhancing consumers’ purchasing power.

Finance & Economics

Bank of Canada Cuts Interest Rates

The Bank of Canada has accelerated the pace of the interest rates cutting.

Fintech & Ecommerce

Mastercard Launches New Cardholder Offerings for Canadian SMEs

Through strategic partnerships with Slack, Asana, FlexiRoam, H&R Block and others, Mastercard is bringing a range of new business opportunities tailored to meet the unique needs of Canadian SMEs

News

Stripe Expands Presence in Toronto to Boost Canadian Business Growth

Stripe announced its expansion in Canada with a focus on the new flagship office in Toronto, aiming to accelerate the growth of Canadian businesses.

Finance & Economics

Bank of Canada Reportedly Plans to Cut Interest Rates Again

The Bank of Canada is likely to decide on another interest rate cut at its third meeting in a row.

Science & Technology

Virtual Companion Now on Your Neck With a Friend AI Necklace

The new AI-powered necklace Friend can help people combat loneliness by keeping them company in daily conversations.

Articles

Common Loan Types in Canada: A Comprehensive Guide

Loans play a crucial role in helping Canadians achieve their goals, whether it’s buying a home, financing education, or starting a business.

Science & Technology

AI Startup Cohere Reaches $5.5 Billion Value

Startup Cohere Inc., which operates in the area of artificial intelligence, is currently one of the most valuable AI companies in the world and one of the largest early-stage firms in Canada, but there are not many mentions of it in the media space compared to competitors from Silicon Valley, although there is a reason […]

News

Canada to Invest Millions to Build Chip Network

Canada intends to invest in building a national chip manufacturing network over the next few years.

News

Key Political Representatives to Join Open Banking Expo Canada 2024

Toronto, May 22, 2024 – Open Banking Expo Canada is proud to announce the participation of prominent political figures and key policy representatives in its upcoming event on June 11 in Toronto. This year’s conference is poised to host over 600 executives from the Open Banking, Open Finance, and the payments ecosystem at the Metro […]

Blockchain & Crypto

Canada Institutional Investors Increase Crypto Exposure to 39%

In 2023, institutional investors in Canada expanded their exposure to crypto assets, with 39% of KPMG survey respondents dealing with the asset class in some way.

News

Bank of Canada Governor Sees Little Impact of Country Budget on Fiscal Track

Bank of Canada Governor Tiff Macklem said that the draft budget of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau did not become a factor of impact that led to changes in the concept of fiscal policy that the financial regulator formed back in November last year.