Dessa Orbit

Dessa is an artificial intelligence technology company that specializes in deep learning and AI engineering solutions. Originally established as a startup, Dessa became a leader in the Canadian AI ecosystem by providing tools like Orbit, a platform designed to help enterprises deploy and manage deep learning models at scale. The company's focus has consistently been on bridging the gap between cutting-edge AI research and practical, industrial-grade applications.

In early 2020, Dessa was acquired by a major financial institution, signaling a significant shift in its ownership. Today, it operates as a specialized AI unit within Square (now Block, Inc.), continuing to influence how internal and customer-facing AI products are built and deployed within the global fintech landscape. While the brand originated in Canada's vibrant tech hub, it is now integrated into the larger infrastructure of its American parent company.