Technology

More online con artists targeting e-commerce, banking as COVID-19 crisis deepens

What happened: New rankings reveal Vancouver’s status as a tech hub in North America Why it matters: The results come as future of remote working upends how operating costs are calculated for most tech firms Vancouver has the mountains, the ocean and

What happened: Office food delivery firm acquires U.S. competitor Why it matters: Acquisition comes as future of offices remain uncertain Foodee Media Inc. is hoping its first-ever acquisition will deliver.

Freer international travel, more progressive immigration policies among B.C. advantages

Spike in social media use during lockdown sparks content moderation rethink

What happened: Buyer places order for 14 automated machines designed for farming Why it matters: Order comes as shortages in labour pool draw concerns amid pandemic As the COVID-19 crisis exposes vulnerabilities in the nation’s labour pool, some B.C.

What happened: Supercluster selects B.C. robotics projects for funding Why it matters: Projects aim to use robots to help clean facilities amid pandemic Visits to Vancouver General Hospital (VGH) may soon feel like visits to the future as made-in-B.

From fundraising to government support, Vancouver startup face profound challenges ahead

What happened: Well Health Technologies to acquire Ontario cybersecurity firm Why it matters: Vancouver company — major supplier of electronic medical records — is looking to expand cybersecurity portfolio One of the country’s largest suppliers of el

Experts optimistic policymakers will boost green innovation investment