F|T: The FinTech Times – FinTech startups say what’s happening in Canada is “not normal”
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F|T: The FinTech Times – FinTech startups say what’s happening in Canada is “not normal”

Plus: Abraham Tachjian says open banking work “absolutely” on track. Welcome to the FinTech Times, a weekly newsletter covering the biggest FinTech news from…

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F|T: The FinTech Times – Competitive intensity

Plus: Amazon, Square launch BNPL in Canada. Welcome to the FinTech Times, a weekly newsletter covering the biggest FinTech news from around the globe….

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Coinsquare lays off 24 percent of staff amid turbulent crypto market, shifted focus to regulation
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Coinsquare to acquire CoinSmart as consolidation of Canadian crypto traders continues

With acquisition, Coinsquare seeks a seat at the regulatory table. Coinsquare has entered into an agreement to purchase CoinSmart, creating what it claims will…

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Crypto custodian Balance completes SOC 2 audit to increase customer confidence
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F|T: The FinTech Times – Clearco, Coinsquare cut staff as Portage launches new late-stage fund

Plus: Caisse needs to explain its risky bet on crypto lender Celsius. Welcome to the FinTech Times, a weekly newsletter covering the biggest FinTech…

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Coinsquare lays off 24 percent of staff amid turbulent crypto market, shifted focus to regulation
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Canadian startup news of the week (8/1/22)

Plus: Our podcast was nominated for an award. Welcome to BetaKit’s startup stories of the week! Here, you will find the week’s most important…

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Coinsquare lays off 24 percent of staff amid turbulent crypto market, shifted focus to regulation
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Coinsquare lays off 24 percent of staff amid turbulent crypto market, shifted focus to regulation

Coinsquare has joined the increasing number of tech companies and crypto firms making layoffs among tougher market conditions. The Toronto-based startup confirmed to BetaKit…

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Wealthsimple among international group of companies joining anti-money laundering crypto standard

Coinbase, Gemini among crypto companies leading the TRUST charge. A group of Canadian cryptocurrency companies have joined a universal standard developed by American crypto…

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Mogo launches venture arm following mixed Q4 with record revenue, large net loss

Mogo attributes most of loss to drop in value of Coinsquare warrants. Vancouver-based Mogo has released its fourth-quarter and full-year 2021 earnings results. The…

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