About Jake
Jake MacAndrew
Interview Editor
Jake MacAndrew started off writing breaking news hits in his early days as a journalist. Since those late nights on the pulse for local breakthroughs, he has written stories on many topics, from cybersecurity education in Ukraine to the investment potential of fine wines. With each story Jake writes, no matter the topic, in-depth and accurate reporting is key. Previously living in Edinburgh, he's back in his hometown of Toronto.
Stories by Jake - Page 12
Exclusive: VyOS Networks CRO on why networks are becoming software
Wed, 8th Oct 2025
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network infrastructure
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sdn
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open source
Santiago Blanquet discusses the growing importance of open-source networking in shaping modern technology landscapes.
Oracle launches AI agents for sales, marketing & service tasks
Wed, 8th Oct 2025
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crm
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data analytics
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digital transformation
Oracle launches AI agents in Fusion Cloud Applications to enhance marketing, sales, and service, boosting efficiency and customer experience at no extra cost.
Perplexity launches Comet browser for public download
Tue, 7th Oct 2025
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martech
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ai
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agentic ai
Perplexity has launched its Comet browser publicly, offering AI-powered assistance in a format aiming to reshape how users explore the internet.
The 1-800 number hoping to break Canada's digital divide
Tue, 7th Oct 2025
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ai
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ai ethics & governance
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government
BrainTrainr will use a toll-free number to connect communities and help older Canadians benefit from modern technologies.
Venn launches online incorporation for Ontario businesses
Sat, 4th Oct 2025
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partner programmes
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smb
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managed services
The Toronto-based company now offers Ontario entrepreneurs online incorporation, bundling business registration and banking in one seamless digital service.
Alberta's high-speed TransPod secures materials partner
Sat, 4th Oct 2025
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cartech
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productivity
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evs
Alberta's TransPod high-speed rail project, backed by Algoma and Supreme Steel, aims to create 140,000 jobs and boost the economy by CAD $19.2bn.
Voltai raises CAD $1.83M to harness wave energy from ships
Fri, 3rd Oct 2025
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clean technologies
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climate change
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renewable energy
Voltai has secured CAD $1.83 million to develop electrostatic generators converting wave energy into electricity for greener shipping solutions.
Spellbook launches AI training for jr. lawyers at Kennedys
Thu, 2nd Oct 2025
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genai
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ai
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legaltech
Kennedys and Spellbook have launched an AI training program to equip junior lawyers with skills vital for a legal sector transformed by automation and AI.
Canada awards CAD $13.2M to boost emerging space tech
Thu, 2nd Oct 2025
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ai
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agentic ai
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smb
Canada awards funding to 17 firms and research groups to advance space tech in AI, propulsion, and lunar mobility, boosting security and economy.
SOTI launches AI health assistant to reduce patient downtime
Thu, 2nd Oct 2025
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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mdm
Nearly all Canadian healthcare IT leaders rely on legacy systems, raising risks of security breaches and operational disruptions in patient care.
Mila, 5C & Hypertec invest CAD $250m in Montréal AI hub
Wed, 1st Oct 2025
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ai
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intel
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nvidia
The three organisations will create a new Sovereign AI Research Hub in Montréal, boosting sustainable AI innovation and compute power.
Canada invests CAD $40M to expand transformer facility
Wed, 1st Oct 2025
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clean technologies
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renewable energy
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net zero
Canada invests CAD $40 million to expand Hitachi Energy's Varennes transformer plant, creating 500 jobs and boosting clean energy infrastructure.
Can Canada keep its startup talent from heading south?
Wed, 1st Oct 2025
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martech
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commerce systems
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shopify
Canada faces a challenge, as a study shows that many startups are unwilling to remain in the country long-term for better funding opportunities elsewhere.
Canada launches task force to update its AI strategy
Tue, 30th Sep 2025
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ai
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cloud services
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education, learning & training
Canada launches AI Strategy Task Force and national consultation to update its AI strategy, aiming to boost innovation, trust and economic growth nationwide.
MDA Space adds space situational awareness to Dept. of Defence
Fri, 26th Sep 2025
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spacetech
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satellite
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government of canada
ThothX will partner with MDA Space to enhance space situation awareness, boosting Canada's orbital security amid growing space congestion and threats.
TELUS launches Canada's first sovereign AI factory in Quebec
Fri, 26th Sep 2025
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data privacy
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ai
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opentext
TELUS has opened Canada's first fully sovereign AI centre in Rimouski, Quebec, offering secure, locally controlled AI compute power and data residency.
Loblaw & Gatik expand GTA autonomous truck partnership
Thu, 25th Sep 2025
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cartech
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supply chain
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autonomous vehicle
The two companies expand their partnership to deploy 50 autonomous trucks across Toronto by 2026, revolutionising local grocery distribution with AI technology.
Exclusive: Salesforce says Agentic Maturity Model is key to CIO success
Thu, 25th Sep 2025
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digital transformation
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martech
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partner programmes
Salesforce's Agentic Maturity Model is emerging as a crucial tool for CIOs striving to drive success and innovation within their organisations.
YouTube launches new hub to boost brand-creator ties in Canada
Thu, 25th Sep 2025
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martech
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youtube
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marketing
YouTube Canada has launched new tools, including the Creator Partnerships Hub and BrandConnect API, to boost collaboration between brands and creators.
Cohere hits $7B evaluation after new USD $100M funding round
Thu, 25th Sep 2025
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risk & compliance
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genai
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data privacy
Cohere raised USD $100 million, reaching a USD $7 billion valuation, to advance secure, compliance-focused AI for enterprises globally.