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Flojoy raises $1.7 million to apply AI into instrumentation testing for heavy industries

Former Plotly CEO moving on to build new Python-based software. Montréal-based Flojoy has raised $1.7 million CAD ($1.3 million USD) in seed funding to…

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Protein Industries Canada offers $10 million to help grow AI use in food sector

AI is being applied to the plant-based food industry’s efforts to satisfy ever-changing consumer demands. If it seems like artificial intelligence (AI) is in…

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Tough Commerce raises $2 million to become Shopify for “complex” industries like construction
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Tough Commerce raises $2 million to become Shopify for “complex” industries like construction

A former Shopify engineering lead joined Tough Commerce as investor, board member. Toronto startup Tough Commerce has raised $2 million CAD as it looks…

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GeoComply acquires OneComply to automate licensing for regulated industries

GeoComply is using its platform to address “compliance failures” in the crypto industry. GeoComply, which provides compliance and cybersecurity solutions, has made its…

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Future Fields raises $15.1 million CAD to equip more industries with bioreactors made from flies

Founded to help the cultivated meat industry, Future Fields is expanding to medical research and biopharmaceuticals. Edmonton-based biotech startup Future Fields has raised $15.1…

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Protein Industries Canada secures $30 million from Pan-Canadian AI Strategy, launches AI-focused co-investment program

Applications for the new program are open until October 26. Federal innovation cluster Protein Industries Canada (PIC) has received a $30 million commitment from…

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Federal government invests $11.2 million into 29 companies in television, publishing, video game industries

The financing comes amid debates over Bill C-11, which aims to regulate online content such as streaming platforms, social media videos. The Government of…

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