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At first glance, that might strike you as somewhat incongruous, given the city’s typically subdued demeanour. Nevertheless, let that idea sink in for a few minutes, especially as you think about the region’s technology sector.

The announcement comes less than 15 months after GaN Systems raised US$150 million in fresh venture capital to ramp up research and development of its high-speed power semiconductors that are now used by more than 2,000 customers, including BMW, Dell, Samsung and Siemens.

In recognition of International Women’s Day 2023, Techopia Live turns its attention to gender equity in the local technology sector.

CEO John Sicard says more and more companies are seeing Kinaxis's supply chain management platform as must-have technology as they look to be better prepared for the next global crisis.

Magmic CEO and president Mohammad Agha says, in a way, the long-standing boutique gaming studio is now moving into the major leagues itself. 

Ottawa company reported revenues of $10.5 million for the three-month period ending Dec. 31, 2022, up from $7.8 million the year before.

In what local human resources experts are hailing as a “really smart” move, Shopify is restructuring its staffing and compensation model.

In documents filed with Ontario Superior Court in late January, the company reported assets valued at about US$6.9 million and debts totalling about US$10.2 million.

Ottawa-based e-commerce giant said it’s also expanding its lineup of in-person and virtual events aimed at supporting its partners.