Calgary-based enterprise enablement firm Convergent IS has been presenting at the SAP TechEd conference from October 19-23 in Las Vegas, participating … [Read more...] about Calgary’s Convergent IS touts benefits of new platform at SAP TechEd conference
December 09
TSO3 Goes it Alone. But For How Long?
This week, Quebec City based, TSO3 (TSX:TOS), announced a $10 million bought deal financing co-led by Desjardins and Canaccord. As I discussed in my … [Read more...] about TSO3 Goes it Alone. But For How Long?
Chris Hadfield takes to Reddit to quash South Park rumour
It may have been a rumour, or just the musings of one Reddit user, but the idea that former International Space Station Commander Chris Hadfield will … [Read more...] about Chris Hadfield takes to Reddit to quash South Park rumour
This Bombardier bond is a good bet, says BCV’s Todd Johnson
Bombardier's (TSX:BBD.B) trouble with the launch of its C Series is well documented, but the delays may be creating an investment opportunity for one … [Read more...] about This Bombardier bond is a good bet, says BCV’s Todd Johnson
Kevin O’Leary closes failed mortgage startup
As retail investors continue to suffer via some of his lagging mutual funds, Kevin O’Leary’s brand took another hit last month when he agreed to … [Read more...] about Kevin O’Leary closes failed mortgage startup
Mike Wekerle, Vikram Vij to replace Kevin O’Leary, Bruce Croxon on Dragons’ Den
Bay Street trading legend and current Difference Capital (TSX:DCF) executive Mike Wekerle will join CBC's runaway hit Dragons' Den this spring. … [Read more...] about Mike Wekerle, Vikram Vij to replace Kevin O’Leary, Bruce Croxon on Dragons’ Den
Every single item from a 1991 RadioShack flyer can now be done with a smartphone
Do you remember 1991? Let me refresh your memory. "The Silence of the Lambs" was the top movie. "(Everything I Do) I Do It for You" by Bryan Adams … [Read more...] about Every single item from a 1991 RadioShack flyer can now be done with a smartphone
Netflix to bring back Trailer Park Boys
Anyone who’s been sitting on the fence regarding cord-cutting, pondering whether or not to keep that hefty cable bill in favour of ditching it forever … [Read more...] about Netflix to bring back Trailer Park Boys
Facebook Acquisition WhatsApp Lacks a Patent Portfolio
Last week, Facebook announced that it would pay $4 billion in cash and $12 billion in stock for WhatsApp, plus an additional $3 billion in restricted … [Read more...] about Facebook Acquisition WhatsApp Lacks a Patent Portfolio
Why Open Data was the best $3-million investment in Canada’s 2014 budget
On Tuesday, Canadian Finance Minister Jim Flaherty unveiled Canada's budget for 2014. Among the items the government is supporting is a half-billion … [Read more...] about Why Open Data was the best $3-million investment in Canada’s 2014 budget