Canada stories - Page 3
OVHcloud launches AI Endpoints for serverless model access
Thu, 1st May 2025
#
data protection
#
genai
#
data privacy
OVHcloud launches AI Endpoints, a serverless platform offering access to 40+ open-source AI models, hosted in European data centres with a pay-as-you-go model.
Behind Ultra Violette’s global glow up – a NORA webinar
Thu, 1st May 2025
#
ecommerce
#
b2b
#
webinar
Australian sunscreen brand Ultra Violette overcame tech hurdles to expand globally, with a webinar set to reveal secrets of its global success on May 8.
Intelligent transport market to reach USD $124.8bn by 2035
Thu, 1st May 2025
#
smart cities
#
data analytics
#
iot
The global intelligent transport system market is forecast to grow from USD $41.7bn in 2024 to USD $124.8bn by 2035, driven by urbanisation and tech advances.
AI-powered cyberattacks surge as criminals exploit new tools
Wed, 30th Apr 2025
#
uc
#
firewalls
#
cloud security
Fortinet's 2025 report reveals a surge in AI-driven cyberattacks in 2024, urging firms to adopt proactive, intelligence-led defence strategies.
Umbraco Cloud adds Canadian hosting to aid data sovereignty
Wed, 30th Apr 2025
#
digital transformation
#
ecm
#
martech
Umbraco launches Canadian hosting on its Cloud platform via Microsoft Azure Toronto, aiding compliance with strict local data privacy laws and improving performance.
Lallemand launches digital commerce portal to cut £3m costs
Wed, 30th Apr 2025
#
digital transformation
#
cx
#
martech
Lallemand transitions its North American Baking unit to a digital commerce platform with commercetools, enhancing order efficiency and global scalability.
UK start-ups shortlisted in global challenge for female founders
Wed, 30th Apr 2025
#
ai
#
cleantech
#
sustainability
Viva Technology's Female Founder Challenge 2025 shortlisted five women-led startups aiming to bridge venture capital gaps and boost women's entrepreneurship.
AI-powered app offers skin cancer checks & fast medical care
Mon, 28th Apr 2025
#
smartphones
#
data science
#
ai
Toronto AI firm Skinopathy launches GetSkinHelp app, enabling Canadians to screen for skin cancer from home and access timely medical care.
Gen Z Australians turning away from credit cards for BNPL
Thu, 24th Apr 2025
#
bnpl
#
afterpay
#
financial literacy
A new report reveals 56% of Gen Z Australians dislike credit cards, favouring debit cards and BNPL services amid rising financial stress and complexity.
AI use in enterprises soars but brings surge in cyber risks
Thu, 24th Apr 2025
#
data protection
#
digital transformation
#
cloud security
Enterprise AI use has surged over 3,000%, with ChatGPT dominating but also being the most-blocked app due to security concerns, says Zscaler report.
Canadian online sales down as shoppers seek value & discounts
Thu, 24th Apr 2025
#
martech
#
commerce systems
#
cdp
Canadian online retail sales fell 3% in Q1 2025, with average order values dropping amid cautious spending and rising promotional offers.
JOLT launches next-gen 50kW charger with faster free top-ups
Tue, 22nd Apr 2025
#
cleantech
#
renewable energy
#
accessibility
JOLT has launched a new 50kW EV charger in Melbourne, doubling charging speed and offering 7kWh of free daily top-ups via the JOLT app.
Canadian firms achieve 43% ROI in generative AI adoption
Sat, 19th Apr 2025
#
digital transformation
#
martech
#
partner programmes
Canadian organisations report a 43% ROI from generative AI initiatives, exceeding the global average of 41%, driven by cost savings and revenue gains.
OpenText powers BMO & Catalent digital transformation with AI
Fri, 18th Apr 2025
#
private cloud
#
digital transformation
#
rpa
OpenText is enhancing information management through AI and cloud solutions in partnerships with BMO and Catalent Pharma to boost compliance and efficiency.
Five startups win ABB’s challenge with AI energy solutions
Thu, 17th Apr 2025
#
data analytics
#
cartech
#
ai
Five startups from Switzerland, Dublin, Canada, and the UK win ABB's 2025 Startup Challenge, each receiving USD $30,000 to develop AI energy solutions.
Shuriii joins Siakam's EdTech Engine, eyes global growth
Wed, 16th Apr 2025
#
social enterprise
#
edtech
#
entrepreneurship
Toronto startup Shuriii has been chosen for the Siakam EdTech Engine programme, aiming to revolutionise K-12 education with dynamic data-driven insights.
Google Cloud Canada grows with focus on AI and sovereignty
Thu, 10th Apr 2025
#
edutech
#
uc
#
encryption
Google Cloud is expanding in Canada with a strong focus on AI, data sovereignty, and local partnerships, looking to serve a diverse range of sectors.
Canadian AI startup wins NATO Innovation Hackathon
Fri, 4th Apr 2025
#
ai
#
nato
Montreal-based Independent Robotics has triumphed at the NATO Innovation Hackathon, winning EUR €20,000 for its cutting-edge AI technology, AISRA.
AI agents poised to enhance Canadian government services
Fri, 4th Apr 2025
#
digital transformation
#
cx
#
martech
A Salesforce report reveals Canadians waste over 30 hours yearly on government services, highlighting calls for improved efficiency and AI-assisted support.
Australian lecturer wins 2025 SAS Educator Award recognition
Thu, 3rd Apr 2025
#
edutech
#
data analytics
#
digital transformation
SAS has honoured exceptional educators worldwide, including Jacky Mo from the University of New South Wales, with the 2025 SAS Educator Award.