WBN News Vancouver delivers real-time business insights, market trends, and expert analysis—by business people, for business people—empowering Vancouver’s economy. Publisher Elke Porter
Venture capital funding for blockchain and Bitcoin startups is showing signs of a powerful rebound. In Q1 2025 alone, $4.8 billion was raised—marking a 54% jump from the previous quarter and the highest quarterly total since Q3 2022.
From his early career in retail and automotive sales, Ryan Chute saw how broken systems, unclear communication, and misaligned leadership created unnecessary barriers. Today, through Wizard of Ads, he helps companies identify those friction points and transform them into opportunities for growth.
Experience Vancouver's premier Oktoberfest at Harvest Haus PNE. Authentic German beer hall, traditional food, live music Sept 26-27 (Calgary) & Oct 3-4 (Vancouver).
Every leader makes thousands of decisions a day—but too many choices can do more harm than good. Decision fatigue, often overlooked, is quietly draining productivity and workplace culture.
Kitsilano Pool will remain open through September 7, giving Vancouverites extra days of sun‑drenched swimming. With strong usage all summer, enhanced booking flexibility, and a successful hybrid reservation system, the beloved saltwater pool delivered another memorable season.
Bitcoin bounties are changing the game for small businesses in Vancouver. Coinos.io now offers supporters a chance to earn bitcoin (sats) simply by referring other merchants.
Metro Vancouver’s 2025 wood-burning bylaw requires UCB residents to register appliances, follow best practices, or upgrade. Other cities may soon follow this model.
