Bitcoin futures soar amid frenzy over virtual currency
Wall Street got its first taste of bitcoin on Monday, with the price of the first-ever futures contract for the digital currency jumping 20 per
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Economic advisers pushing feds to focus on business investment, job reskilling
The federal government’s economic advisers are calling for more changes aimed at driving business investment and helping Canadians acquire new skills as they brace for
‘Tis the season for doorstep stealing? Shoppers vent about delivery security
Todd Bailey is fed up with delivery companies that drop his online purchases at his door. A few years ago, the Grande Prairie, Alta., resident
Five Canadian business stories to watch this week
Bombardier investor day: Shareholders will have a chance to question Bombardier executives next week in New York about the company’s plans for 2018 after a
DavidsTea evaluating options, including sale, just two years after going public
Canadian beverage retailer DavidsTea is evaluating strategic options, including a possible sale, and eyeing store closures after a weaker-than-expected third quarter. “We are disappointed with
Artificial intelligence to fuel a new cybersecurity race, say experts
Technological advances in artificial intelligence are fuelling a new race between hackers and those toiling to protect cybersecurity networks. Cybersecurity is always a race between
BlackBerry, Qualcomm to expand collaboration in connected car technology
BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB) has formed a strategic collaboration to develop technology for the next generation of connected vehicles with a subsidiary of Qualcomm Inc., a
Ontarians pay millions for ineligible power generator costs, auditor finds
Ontario electricity ratepayers are paying millions for power generators’ ineligible expenses – including scuba gear and raccoon traps – and are footing the bill for
Bank of Canada holds interest rate; sends fresh signals of hikes on the horizon
The Bank of Canada is sticking with its trend-setting interest rate, but it’s sending out fresh, yet cautious, warnings that increases are likely on the way.
Updated: Bank of Montreal Q4 profit slips due to hurricanes, raises dividend
Bank of Montreal raised its quarterly dividend as it reported its fourth-quarter profit slipped compared with a year ago, hurt by reinsurance claims related to
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