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VivaTech 2026: Québec’s tech ecosystem makes its mark internationally

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A record delegation of more than 70 exhibiting Québec startups, ten announcements and strategic partnerships with Europe

MONTRÉAL, June 22, 2026 /CNW/ – In Paris, from June 17 to 20, 2026, Québec reached a new milestone at VivaTech, Europe’s largest technology event. For the first time, the Québec ecosystem had a space of its own: a 140 sqm booth with a clear, distinct identity, following a well-received presence within the Canadian pavilion in 2025. Led by Québec Tech and the Centre d’excellence en efficacité énergétique (C3E), the delegation of nearly 100 companies, 70 of them exhibitors, produced 10 major announcements and partnerships, a sign of the growing pull Québec’s tech ecosystem holds for European players.

Tangible outcomes for the delegation’s companies

As in the previous year, the Québec delegation led to a series of agreements and major announcements with European partners, on top of numerous visits from executives at large French corporations. Highlights include:

Reveal Life Science won first place in the OVHcloud Startup Challenge among 900 international candidates, confirming the influence of Québec expertise in precision health and artificial intelligence.Reveal Life Science and Bioeureka rank in the top 30 of VivaTech’s Tech for Change competition, which recognizes 30 innovations with strong social and environmental impact.RegenEAU inaugurated its French subsidiary, RegenEAU France, at MovNtec, a French industrial startup hub, bringing to life the France-Québec corridor initiated by the Béthune-Bruay agglomeration.Two Québec companies specializing in sustainable energy resource management, Phaneuf and Soteck-CLAUGER, signed an agreement with Session-Pro, a French leader in ice rink management.Planivore, a Québec SaaS platform for strategic plan tracking, announced its establishment in France in partnership with the City of Béthune.Akonovia and TBM Maestro formalized a partnership for an integrated approach to the sustainable performance of buildings and real estate assets.The European consortium LUMISENSE was officially launched at VivaTech. Driven notably by C3E, it turns autonomous connected objects into intelligent measurement hubs through indoor light-based geolocation, in service of the energy performance of buildings.ÉTS and Institut Polytechnique de Paris concluded a cooperation agreement in teaching, research and technological innovation.Zú, EuraCreative and Groupe IRD continued their partnership fostering exchanges between Québec and the Hauts-de-France region in the cultural and creative industries.Idem (Eugeria) unveiled, as a preview, a new light-guidance and fall-detection device for people living with a neurocognitive disorder.

“This year, Québec brought an exceptional delegation to VivaTech, and the calibre of its expertise drew real interest. Having our own space, separate from Canada’s, gave our companies far greater visibility and opened the door to high-level strategic business conversations. The exchanges with our European counterparts speak to a strong, mutual confidence. The full assessment is still underway, but the depth of these business connections already points to real, lasting results.”
           – Richard Chénier, General Manager, Québec Tech

A record delegation backed by an entire ecosystem

This record turnout rests on an exceptional show of support from across Québec’s ecosystem. The delegation brought together nearly 100 companies, 70 of them exhibitors, and 32 received substantial financial backing to make the trip to Paris. Conceived as a genuine business demonstration platform rather than a simple showcase, the Québec space gave tangible expression to the province’s international ambitions, France in particular.

Adding to this momentum, the Corridor Économique de la transition énergétique, driven by C3E with support from Québec Tech, connected startups, industrial players and regions to speed up the early commercialization and rollout of energy transition solutions. Programming on the Québec stage put the ecosystem’s core strengths front and centre: fintech, AI, deeptech and greentech.

Desjardins served as lead partner, joined by Station Fintech Montréal (an initiative by Finance Montréal), NEXT avocats, Idem (Eugeria) and École de Technologie Supérieure (ÉTS). The initiative also leaned on the expertise of key players in entrepreneurial support, including ACET, La Base entrepreneuriale, District 3, IVADO, Le Camp, Centech, Cycle Momentum, IVÉO, LOJIQ, La Piscine, Propolys, Quantino and Zú.

Lastly, Investissement Québec International and the Québec Government Office in Paris played a defining role in anchoring this presence within a coherent international strategy.

For the full list of the delegation’s exhibiting companies, click here.

Québec, a strategic partner on the global stage

More than a showcase, the mission served as a platform for influence, connection and strategic engagement. With this first space of its own, Québec signals its intent to play a defining role in the global tech arena and to build a sustainable, sovereign digital future alongside its European partners.

The press kit gathers photos from the event, the releases issued during the mission and full profiles of a selection of startups.

About Québec Tech

Québec Tech is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to economic development, funded in part by the Ministère de l’Économie, de l’Innovation et de l’Énergie. It works to grow the number of Québec tech startups that succeed both at home and abroad, notably by encouraging the adoption of homegrown technologies and boosting exports. It builds connections between startups and established businesses, delivers tailored, growth-focused services and strengthens collective intelligence by sharing and analyzing data on Québec startups.

To learn more, visit Quebectech.com or LinkedIn.

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Achieve earns Top 3 ranking for personal loan customer satisfaction from LendingTree

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Recognition marks seventh consecutive quarter Achieve has ranked among the nation’s top lenders for customer satisfaction

SAN MATEO, Calif., Oct. 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Achieve, the fintech for everyday Americans, has been named one of the Top 3 lenders in personal loan customer satisfaction by LendingTree for the third quarter of 2026. This distinction from one of the nation’s largest online personal finance marketplaces underscores Achieve’s commitment to delivering transparent, supportive, and human-centered financial services.

This marks the seventh consecutive LendingTree customer service award that Achieve has earned, following a top-three ranking in the second quarter of 2026. The quarterly ranking is published by LendingTree, based on verified customer reviews and other data evaluating lenders on transparency, ease of the application process and the quality of customer service. Achieve consistently maintains high ratings for providing consumers with a clear path toward improving their financial health.

“For someone consolidating debt, a personal loan is more than a transaction. It’s an opportunity to improve their finances and move forward with greater confidence,” said Achieve President of Lending Kyle Enright. “Our team helps members understand their options and find the solution that fits their goals by pairing competitive fixed rates with personal guidance. Earning this recognition for a seventh consecutive quarter reflects the care our teammates bring to those conversations and the trust our members place in us.”

A rate cut earlier this year lowered the best available annual percentage rate (APR) on Achieve Personal Loans to 6.25%, a reduction of 274 basis points. This initiative, supported by advanced underwriting and enhanced with FICO® Score 10 T data, maintains access to fixed-rate loans for an expanded set of consumers, with an expected improvement in credit performance. These loans are originated by a bank partner via the Achieve Personal Loans platform.

Key highlights of the Achieve Personal Loan experience:

Competitive, fixed rates: APRs now start as low as 6.25% for qualified borrowers, providing a more affordable alternative to high-interest credit card debt.Rapid funding: Qualified members can have funds sent in as little as 24 hours to address immediate financial needs.Flexible terms: Borrowers can choose repayment schedules ranging from 2, 3, 4 and 5 years to align with their specific budget and goals.Transparent pricing: All loans feature fixed monthly payments and a clear payoff date, with no hidden fees or revolving balances.

For more information and important disclosures about Achieve Personal Loans, visit achieve.com/personal-loans

Achieve has served over 2 million consumers, helping to resolve over $22 billion in debt and facilitated over $15 billion in personal loans and home equity lines of credit since 2002. This latest accolade follows a series of recent wins. Achieve was named to Az Business Magazine’s AZ Big 100 List for 2026, and honored by InHerSight with eight recognitions, including being named the No. 1 finance company for women to work.

As a trusted leader in debt consolidation, Achieve remains committed to helping everyday people move toward a better financial future. This commitment is rooted in providing a transparent experience, a personalized approach to every member’s unique situation and the predictable, fast cash flow necessary to attain long-term financial stability. By focusing on these core principles, the company continues to redefine how consumers manage debt and build lasting financial health.

About Achieve

Achieve, the fintech for everyday Americans, helps everyday people get on, and stay on, the path to a better financial future. Achieve pairs proprietary data and analytics with personalized support to offer personal loans, home equity loans, debt relief and debt consolidation, along with financial tips and education. Achieve is frequently recognized for providing top-rated customer experience and satisfaction by both consumers and leading personal finance review platforms and has 2,200 dedicated teammates across the country, with hubs in Arizona, California, Florida and Texas.

Achieve refers to the global organization and may denote one or more affiliates of Achieve Company, including Achieve.com, Equal Housing Opportunity (NMLS ID #138464); Achieve Home Loans, Equal Housing Opportunity (NMLS ID #1810501); Achieve Personal Loans (NMLS ID #227977); Freedom Debt Relief (NMLS ID # 1248929); and Freedom Financial Asset Management (CRD #170229).

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Austin Kilgore
akilgore@achieve.com
214-908-5097

Elina Tarkazikis
etarkazikis@achieve.com

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Mediaplanet Launches Men’s Mental Health Campaign in USA TODAY, Featuring Jake Shane, Howie Mandel, Kevin Love, Dr. Mark Hyman and Yung Pueblo

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NEW YORK, Oct. 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Mediaplanet today announces the launch of its Men’s Mental Health campaign, publishing within USA TODAY and through the Future of Personal Health digital content hub. The national campaign brings together leading healthcare experts, mental health advocates, organizations, athletes and public figures to encourage more open conversations around men’s mental health and provide accessible, actionable resources for building healthier lives. Featuring Netflix podcaster and internet sensation Jake Shane as the publication’s cover story, the campaign also includes editorial from global influence Howie Mandel, All-Star athlete Kevin Love, Dr. Mark Hyman and author Yung Pueblo, offering personal experiences and expert perspectives on mental health, emotional well-being, resilience and personal growth.

Through personal stories, expert insights and practical resources, the campaign directly challenges the expectation that men should navigate mental health struggles alone while encouraging a more open and supportive approach to overall well-being. “I wish people would take care of their mental health the way we take care of our dental health,” said Howie Mandel. His perspective reflects the campaign’s broader mission to normalize mental health care as an essential part of everyday health and encourage men to prioritize their well-being before they reach a point of crisis.

The campaign was made possible through the participation and support of Vibrant Emotional Health, Financial Therapy Association, NOCD, Spear Center, NeuroStar Advanced Therapy, American Association of Kidney Patients, Crisis Text Line, YMCA, One Mind at Work, The Hidden Opponent, Kevin Love Fund, American College of Sports Medicine, Whitman-Walker, American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, American Psychiatric Association, Dr. Mark Hyman, Yung Pueblo, Kevin Love, Howie Mandel and Jake Shane.

Media Contact: Joelle Hernandez, joelle.hernandez@mediaplanet.com 

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Wonderloom Media’s Dr. Insanity Launches Patreon With Exclusive Content for Superfans Amid Rising Demand for Premium True Crime

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Wonderloom Media’s true crime channel, with more than 6 million YouTube subscribers, gives its most dedicated fans a deeper way to experience its documentary-style storytelling

LOS ANGELES, Oct. 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Wonderloom Media, the creator economy studio formed by Content Partners and media entrepreneur Ed Simpson, today announced the launch of a Patreon membership for Dr. Insanity, one of YouTube’s largest true crime channels, expanding the depth of content available to the channel’s biggest fans.

The Dr. Insanity Patreon offers members extended cuts of episodes, exclusive content and a community space, giving superfans more of the stories they follow on YouTube. The membership launches October 31 alongside a weeklong feature on a Times Square billboard, running through November 5.

Dr. Insanity now has more than 6.1 million YouTube subscribers and over 3 billion total views, and has continued to grow since Wonderloom acquired the channel in June 2026. The Patreon launch is part of Wonderloom’s push to expand Dr. Insanity’s content and bring it to fans wherever they watch, including its distribution on Tubi.

True crime superfans can become members of the Dr. Insanity Patreon at www.patreon.com/c/DrInsanity

About Wonderloom Media
Wonderloom Media is a creator-first media platform that acquires, operates and scales YouTube-native content businesses. Formed by Content Partners and media entrepreneur Ed Simpson, Wonderloom brings institutional operating experience, expanded distribution and 360° monetization to digital-native properties with loyal audiences and long-term growth potential. Its portfolio includes Dr. Insanity, one of YouTube’s largest true crime channels, with more than 6.1 million subscribers and over 3 billion views.

About Dr. Insanity
Dr. Insanity is one of YouTube’s largest true crime channels, known for documentary-style storytelling and a loyal, highly engaged audience. The channel has more than 6.1 million subscribers and over 3 billion views. https://www.youtube.com/@DrInsanityCrime 

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