Tech news archives

The moments, milestones and stories that helped shape Waterloo Region tech. Explore the archive and revisit the people, companies and ideas that got us here.

From basement startup to global medtech star

Wednesday, June 23, 2021

As Waterloo, Ont. medtech company NDI marks its 40th anniversary in 2021, Communitech brings us the story…

Google Cloud Accelerator Canada announces inaugural class of 2021

Friday, June 18, 2021

Google Cloud Accelerator Canada has named 12 companies to its first class, which is a 10-week virtual…

The Waterloo Protocol on Ethical AI?

Thursday, June 17, 2021

Canada and Waterloo Region have the technical expertise and trusted reputation to play a leadership role…

SkyWatch soars with US$17.2-million Series B raise

Tuesday, June 15, 2021

SkyWatch Space Applications, which is housed in the Communitech Data Hub in Waterloo, announced a US$17.2-million…

AssetFlo leverages 5G test bed for new tracking sensor

Tuesday, June 15, 2021

AssetFlo recently completed six months of testing of a new asset-tracking sensor using the ENCQOR 5G…

ApplyBoard raises another CDN$375M

Tuesday, June 15, 2021

ApplyBoard, the fast-growing Waterloo Region company that simplifies the application process for international…

The Canadian Shield announces biodegradable, medical-grade face masks

Tuesday, June 15, 2021

The Canadian Shield, a PPE maker based in Waterloo, Ont., has unveiled a biodegradable, medical-grade…

Vidyard reports record-breaking growth as video becomes essential for digital-first sales and marketing

Friday, June 11, 2021

Vidyard, the leading video platform for businesses, had a year of record-breaking growth, new product…

Harvest Hosts acquires Boondockers Welcome, celebrating the companies' shared love of the RV community

Friday, June 11, 2021

Harvest Hosts, a membership program giving RVers access to unique camping options, has acquired Boondockers…

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