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BIV technology (1:18) panel discusses whether Huawei has a future in Western countries’ 5G networks as the U.S. pressures allies to ban the Chinese telecom giant. Progressa’s Ali Pourdad and Gluu’s Linda Fawcus later talk about culture clashes at tech companies and the potential for ICBC to use technology to monitor your driving habits.

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It’s been several years since Canada produced a unicorn company. Is the country getting better at scaling technology startups? Charles Plant (1:24), director of the University of Toronto’s Impact Centre, discusses Canada’s narwhals – the companies with the best shot at becoming world-class competitors.

In a word, Jason Turcotte (13:59)– vice-president of development at Cressey Development Group – says Greater Vancouver’s development industry is “frustrated.” He breaks down the challenges facing builders, and how they translate into higher real estate prices. 

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Roundup, the massive annual mining conference, is in Vancouver next week with 6,500 delegates. Edie Thome, the president and CEO of the Association of Mineral Exploration of BC, talks to BIV editor-in-chief Kirk LaPointe about the evolution of the industry, its green commitments, and its efforts to attract a more diverse workforce.

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On BIV Today…   Vancouver Canadians president Andy Dunn (1:20) talks about the importance of community ahead of the team’s 9th Annual Scotiabank Vancouver Canadians Hot Stove Luncheon. He offers insight into building the brand’s loyalty, and why he runs the Canadians like a major league operation.   Global uncertainty, equities selloffs and higher operating costs are putting pressure on Canada’s investment industry. Ian Russell (12:54), president and CEO of the Investment Industry Association of Canada, articulates the threats on the horizon for Canadian investment firms.   Hayley Woodin hosts, see more at https://biv.com/.

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Mario Canseco, the president of Researchco and columnist for BIV and Glacier Media, discusses the consequences of the report from BC Speaker Darryl Plecas on the questionable spending practices by the two senior officers of the legislature, Craig James and Gary Lenz.

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Two-thirds of Canadians are worried about the country’s economy. Laurie Campbell (1:21), CEO of Credit Canada, discusses consumers’ concerns, underlying weaknesses in the economy and what Canadians are doing to recession-proof their lives.

This week in the world of tech: France tells Google it failed to uphold tougher privacy laws, Netflix is more afraid of Fortnight than HBO and Microsoft is investing in affordable housing – but should it? Progressa CEO Ali Pourdad and Gluu Technology Society CEO Linda Fawcus weigh in (7:55).

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Vancouver might be the car-sharing capital of North America, but a new assessment reveals the city’s reputation as a multi-modal haven might be at risk. Movmi founder Sandra Phillips (1:54) delves the transportation challenges that lay ahead for Vancouver.

Retail Insider’s Craig Patterson (13:01) digs into all the latest news around the retail scene, including the draw of high-end luxury stores for children, big expansion plans for some of B.C.’s most recognizable brands and how co-working spaces are transforming Granville Street in Vancouver.

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On BIV Today…   The director of the University of Toronto’s Impact Centre reflects on why his software startup bombed.   Most startups fail, and Charles Plant discusses why in his new book, Triggers and Barriers: A Customer Perspective on Innovation.   Hayley Woodin hosts, see more at https://biv.com/.

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Ken Peacock (1:19), chief economist at the Business Council of B.C., discusses how the province’s cooling real estate market is expected to impact the economy over the next few years.

Then, real estate analyst Dane Eitel (13:10) of Eitel Insights dives into potential real estate investment opportunities for British Columbians — if they’re willing to examine Canadian cities beyond the West Coast.

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The world of freelance work is growing as businesses tap into global labour skills and workers tap into global labour opportunities. Matt Barrie, the CEO of freelancer.com, sits atop a giant job board that reflects this phenomenon. While in town for the week, he spoke to BIV editor-in-chief Kirk LaPointe about the growth of the gig economy.

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