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Josh Scott
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Reporter, BetaKit
Toronto
Beats
Biography
Covering the Canadian tech and innovation economy for BetaKit. Long-suffering Leafs fan. My coverage is more complete than my moustache.
Canadian tech startup, company innovation, and government policy news. PE, VC market
Stories without a strong Canadian connection.
Content
By Josh Scott Verified| BetaKit Verified Toronto-based artificial intelligence (AI) research hub Vector Institute has appointed seasoned technology leader Glenda Crisp as its next president and CEO. Crisp brings 35 years of experience in enterprise data strategy, advanced analytics, and tech to Vector, primarily from the financial services sector. She previously spent 17 years in senior roles at TD Bank and, most recently, was head of data analytics at Thomson Reuters.
By Josh Scott Verified| BetaKit Verified Toronto-based online car retailer Clutch has tapped the co-founder and former CEO of Toronto proptech startup Properly, Anshul Ruparell, as its new chief financial officer (CFO). In a LinkedIn post announcing the appointment, Clutch CEO Dan Park said that Ruparell has been “behind the scenes” helping to build the auto-selling company for the past five years, first as a friend and advisor before joining its board of directors a year ago in April 2024.
By Josh Scott Verified| BetaKit Verified After raising far less than it hoped for its first deep technology-focused venture capital (VC) fund and undergoing some leadership changes, Montréal-based Innovobot Resonance Ventures (IRV) is ready to invest again with a “refreshed vision” and veteran early-stage investor Neha Khera at the helm. “We’re back, open for business, [and] ready to write cheques,” Khera told BetaKit in an exclusive interview.
Company Info
BetaKit
BetaKit is a Toronto-based media company that focuses on Canadian startup and technology innovation. Founded in 2012 and becoming independent in 2016, it serves as a key publication for Canada's tech ecosystem, providing daily news, analysis, and investigative reporting. The company is headquartered at 46 Spadina Avenue in Toronto and aims to connect entrepreneurs, investors, and professionals within the tech sector. BetaKit publishes breaking news, feature stories, and in-depth reports on startups, venture capital, and emerging technologies. It also offers a newsletter with curated updates on Canadian tech developments and covers grassroots tech events and major industry announcements. The company emphasizes Canadian-specific tech narratives and operates independently, distinguishing itself from corporate-owned media outlets. Recognized for its journalistic excellence, BetaKit plays a vital role in informing and engaging Canada's digital economy.
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Founded: 2012