Helcim

Calgary-based Helcim has signed a strategic agreement with U.S. telecom giant Verizon, becoming the first payments provider embedded in Verizon’s new business marketplace. The partnership gives Helcim a powerful channel to expand its customer base across the United States.

Unlike vertical fintechs that focus on single industries, Helcim built a horizontal platform serving diverse businesses—from dental clinics to distributors. CEO Nic Beique said the company’s universal design aligned with Verizon’s 2 million small-business customers. Helcim recently reported 743 percent three-year growth, employing 150 staff and surpassing $50 million in 2024 revenue.

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A sticky note with a credit card number may seem harmless, but it can spell disaster for a small business. PCI compliance—the Payment Card Industry’s framework of security standards—exists to prevent such breaches.

Helcim, a Level One Service Provider, encrypts data, certifies hardware, and follows strict coding guidelines. Yet merchants share responsibility, from locking up POS devices to training staff. Most only need an annual Self-Assessment Questionnaire, easily completed through processors like Helcim, which provides tools at no extra cost. Compliance builds trust, safeguarding customers and reputations alike.

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Calgary-based fintech Helcim has launched its Smart Terminal, a mobile, all-in-one payment device tailored for modern business needs. Designed with merchant input, the terminal features a 6.7-inch HD+ screen, octa-core processor, built-in 4G/Wi-Fi, a 12-hour battery, and a high-speed receipt printer.

The Smart Terminal also connects to Helcim’s full business suite—inventory, invoicing, customer tools, and more. CEO Nic Beique emphasized the goal of delivering reliability and support in critical moments. With transparent pricing and no long-term contracts, the terminal starts at $32 USD monthly. The device is now available for shipping across North America.

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Calgary-based fintech Helcim is spotlighting its engineering culture as it expands its team. Anchored by values of ownership, growth mindset, and startup resilience, Helcim’s culture aims to empower engineers to shape products, embrace experimentation, and thrive amid rapid change. “A unified culture is what turns everyone here into a team,” said CTO Brett Popkey.

Helcim’s platform supports small and medium businesses with modern payment solutions. The company is actively hiring Senior Software Engineers and Engineering Managers, seeking candidates who want to build impactful technology while sustaining a high standard. Helcim’s mission: to become the world’s most loved payments company.

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Calgary fintech company Helcim has introduced “Faster Deposits,” a new feature that enables small and mid-sized businesses across North America to access funds within minutes of processing credit card transactions. Utilizing real-time networks like Interac Instant, RTP, and FedNow, the system eliminates the standard 1–3 day wait, without extra fees.

Merchants at eligible banks are automatically enrolled after initial transactions. CEO Nic Beique called the feature a “transformation,” addressing common cash flow issues for businesses. Now in beta, Faster Deposits will be fully available by summer 2025.

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Helcim, a Calgary-based payment solutions provider, has launched Tap to Pay on iPhone for North American customers. This feature allows merchants to accept in-person contactless payments using credit, debit cards, and digital wallets directly on their iPhone, without additional hardware. CEO Nic Beique called it a “game-changer” for small and medium-sized businesses.

The launch follows the introduction of Helcim’s gross deposit funding system in September. Helcim, founded in 2006, continues to expand its offerings, which include a Contract Buyout Program and Automated Invoice Payments for QuickBooks.

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Calgary fintech Helcim has closed a $27 million Series B funding round led by Silicon Valley VC Headline. The funding will allow Helcim to further its mission of delivering superior payment and business management solutions to traditional SMBs and mid-market Main Street merchants across Canada and the U.S.

This funding round marks a significant milestone for Helcim, reflecting substantial growth in 2023, serving merchants in major industries including healthcare, automotive, B2B wholesale, and professional services, with a merchant presence in every U.S. state and 12 of the 13 provinces and territories in Canada.

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Calgary-based payments pioneer, Helcim, unveiled its game-changing Smart Terminal, an all-in-one device that simplifies payment processing for businesses.

With Helcim’s preloaded POS app, the wireless terminal allows merchants to accept tap, chip, and PIN payments seamlessly.

The Android-powered device eliminates the need for managing multiple devices, providing payment processing, inventory management, and receipt printing in a single terminal.

The Smart Terminal replaces the previous Helcim Card Reader, offering enhanced features.

With an affordable interchange plus fee model, businesses can save an average of 22%. Priced at $429, the Smart Terminal is contract-free, easy to set up, and comes with a built-in printer.

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