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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.

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Bell Canada adds cybersecurity as core company service

Wed, 10th Sep 2025
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advanced persistent threat protection
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breach prevention
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risk & compliance
Bell launched Bell Cyber, aiming to build a CAD $1 billion AI-powered solutions business amid rising cyber threats in Canada.
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Bell Canada launches autonomous Security Operations Centre

Wed, 10th Sep 2025
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firewalls
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network security
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cloud security
Bell launches Bell Cyber to unify AI-driven cybersecurity services, boosting enterprise protection with an autonomous Security Operations Centre in Canada.
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As companies insource to AI, workers skill up or switch out

Sat, 6th Sep 2025
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ai
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outsourcing
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job market
With outsourcing fading, workers must retrain to thrive in evolving industries or risk falling behind in today's shifting job market.
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Ontario backs health technologies with CAD $12M fund boost

Sat, 6th Sep 2025
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healthtech
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ai models
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ministry of health
Ontario launches Health Innovation Pathway to fast-track local health tech, improving patient care and boosting the province's life sciences sector.
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Alberta sets 2% data centre levy to boost AI investment

Fri, 5th Sep 2025
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datacentre infrastructure
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hyperscale
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dc
Set to kick in for large data centre hardware from 31 Dec 2026, the levy will offset against corporate tax to boost AI investment and local jobs.
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Exclusive: Manifest's Marc Frankel on AI supply chain security

Fri, 5th Sep 2025
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supply chain
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ai
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cybersecurity
Manifest's Marc Frankel highlights the need for specialised supply chain security to address risks posed by AI technologies in business operations.
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Funding from FedDev adds support for Black businesses in GTA

Thu, 4th Sep 2025
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government funding
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business support
Federal Economic Development invests CAD $2.4 million in Black Creek Community Health Centre to back Black entrepreneurs across Toronto.
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TELUS acquires TELUS Digital to integrate AI & SaaS

Thu, 4th Sep 2025
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saas
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cx
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martech
TELUS plans to buy all remaining shares of TELUS Digital for USD $539 million, valuing the deal at USD $2.9 billion to boost AI and SaaS capabilities.
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Canada lags behind as world leaders move towards stablecoin

Wed, 3rd Sep 2025
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crypto
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fintech
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payment technologies
While global banking leaders embrace stablecoins for innovation, Canada remains cautious, delaying adoption amidst evolving digital currency trends.
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Canadian women in cybersecurity making waves coast to coast

Tue, 2nd Sep 2025
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cybersecurity
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gender diversity
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gender equality
Canadian women are driving innovation and leadership in cybersecurity, reshaping the industry's future with expertise and determination.
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British Columbia secures CAD $22.7M boost for EV charging

Sat, 30th Aug 2025
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cartech
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clean technologies
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climate change
British Columbia will receive USD $22.7 million in federal funds to install over 480 EV chargers, boosting infrastructure across key locations in the province.
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Bench IQ secures USD $5.3M to expand legal AI platform

Sat, 30th Aug 2025
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ai
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agentic ai
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legaltech
Bench IQ raises millions in seed funding to expand its AI-driven judicial intelligence platform for law firms across Canada and the US.
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Moment Energy secures CAD $4.9M to scale battery storage

Fri, 29th Aug 2025
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hyperscale
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dc
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cartech
Moment Energy has secured CAD $4.9 million to expand production of battery storage systems made from repurposed EV batteries in British Columbia.
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Canada funds first private sale solar energy project in SK

Thu, 28th Aug 2025
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clean technologies
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renewable energy
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solar power
Canada grants CAD $33m to George Gordon First Nation's solar project in Saskatchewan, pioneering industrial clean energy supply via a 30-year pact.
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FedNor grants CAD $1.05M to boost innovation in Northern Ontario

Wed, 27th Aug 2025
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ai
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r&d
FedNor awards CAD $1.05 million to NORCAT, boosting AI adoption and innovation in over 35 Northern Ontario SMEs to enhance productivity and growth.
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CFOs are shifting gears: AI is now a boardroom priority

Wed, 27th Aug 2025
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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fintech
Modern CFOs are increasingly embracing AI technologies, transforming finance functions to boost efficiency and strategic decision-making.
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BlueCat launches BlueCatalyst to boost NetOps solutions

Wed, 27th Aug 2025
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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hybrid cloud
BlueCat launches BlueCatalyst Partner Program, blending its DDI suite with LiveAction's tools to boost partner NetOps solutions and profitability globally.
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Moovit & Greenlines introduce carbon credits for low-emission commutes

Tue, 26th Aug 2025
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clean technologies
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sustainability
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climate change
Greenlines' Mobility Carbon Engine helps Moovit record and generate carbon credits for low-emission commutes, aiding emission cuts and sustainable travel.
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Photonic receives CAD $1 million grant for NORAD quantum tech

Sat, 23rd Aug 2025
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quantum computing
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ideas
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photonics
Photonic says the grant will go towards its advanced quantum repeater and networking tech supporting NORAD's defence modernisation across North America.
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General Fusion raises CAD $30m to advance LM26 fusion program

Sat, 23rd Aug 2025
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clean technologies
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investment
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renewable energy
General Fusion secures financing to advance its LM26 fusion project, aiming to pioneer zero-carbon fusion energy by mid-2030s with new Board appointments.