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B.C.'s cryptocurrency companies raise millions of dollars

B.C.'s cryptocurrency companies raise millions of dollars

You could call 2017 the year of blockchain technology, given that the cryptocurrency Bitcoin surged 1,369 per cent during the year, to US$14,156.40, at the close of trading on Dec. 31 – a phenomenal run-up that included a high of US$19,783.06 on Dec.
Companies looking for metals in discarded electric batteries

Companies looking for metals in discarded electric batteries

Soaring cobalt and lithium prices are not just spurring an exploration frenzy as more and more companies want a piece of the attractive batteries metals pie, but they are also pushing some companies to look for them where others have not.
Labour shortage blamed for Steveston's higher turnover rate

Labour shortage blamed for Steveston's higher turnover rate

An average of more than one business shut down in Steveston every month in 2017
Chinese pharmaceutical giant opens the largest private art gallery in Richmond

Chinese pharmaceutical giant opens the largest private art gallery in Richmond

The 21,000-sq.-ft., six-metre tall Lipont Place near Aberdeen Station discovers obscure, local artists
Richmondite connects immigrant investors to Canadian stock market

Richmondite connects immigrant investors to Canadian stock market

Chan said blockchain and cannabis are hot buys
Historic glass business passing to the third generation

Historic glass business passing to the third generation

It needs to adapt to a new way of doing business while keeping traditions
Steveston resident publishes book on how to valuate small businesses

Steveston resident publishes book on how to valuate small businesses

Atva's free talk will take place on Monday, Feb. 26 at 6:30 p.m. at Richmond Public Library
Annual Address: Mayor Brodie talks about building safe, lively community

Annual Address: Mayor Brodie talks about building safe, lively community

Richmond's population is expected to surpass 220,000 by the end of this year
Company posting Chinese-only bus ad wants help on immigrant business integration

Company posting Chinese-only bus ad wants help on immigrant business integration

TenKK summarises the top six challenges Chinese businesses in Vancouver currently face
Home Depot hiring 108 in Richmond

Home Depot hiring 108 in Richmond

The company remains optimistic it will find potential candidates despite a labour shortage is reported in the city