It seems the story that dominated finance over 2009 was the lack of opportunities for start-up companies. As the banking system reeled from the largest economic crisis since the Great Depression, venture capital
Use of a smart lighting control system is enabling the Rogers Centre in Toronto save more than $300,000 a year on energy costs.The sprawling Rogers Centre (formerly called Skydome) spans around 12.7 acres.The
Published on: June 29th, 2009 Nestor Arellano @itbusinessca
Today's economic recession is one of the best times for smaller Canadian businesses to doggedly pursue new inventions say experts in innovation.That's because most of the big players are acting very cautious, cutting
Published on: April 8th, 2009 Michelle MacLeod @itbusinessca
Rather, they should see these challenges in a positive light because they will force Web startups to become more efficient operationally and to develop truly unique, useful products, said speakers at Web 2.0
Published on: December 17th, 2008 Juan Carlos Perez @itbusinessca
Thomas Ducellier has invented a way mining companies can zap a rock with high levels of radiation and determine what base minerals it contains in about five minutes.Currently the mining industry has to
The spiraling economy is causing widespread alarm, but some experts say these tough times could actually turn out to be a bonanza for small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs).Historically, economic downturns have benefited startups
Published on: October 3rd, 2008 Nestor Arellano @itbusinessca
After the "love money" (provided by friends and family) is gone, start ups often turn to angel investors for their next round of financial backing.However, several small and mid-sized business (SMB) owners unwittingly
Published on: August 1st, 2008 Nestor Arellano @itbusinessca
Microsoft Corp. may not have the best reputation on patent issues, but in one area it appears to be friendlier and more progressive than other IT vendors.Microsoft's IP Ventures program has just completed
Jump to: video | image Toronto-based Octopz Inc. was voted the top innovator for its online collaboration software targeting creative professionals at an event this week. Twenty technology firms from coast to coast
You only have one shot. Make it good and make it count.That's the advice of three venture capital experts to entrepreneurs seeking start-up funding.If you're not ready to make a presentation before potential
Published on: April 25th, 2008 Nestor Arellano @itbusinessca
Your dream may be to take your business public and retire rich. Or you may want to sell out to someone like Google or Microsoft and retire rich. Or you may have a
Published on: January 4th, 2008 James E. Gaskin @itbusinessca
