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AI-powered app offers skin cancer checks & fast medical care

Mon, 28th Apr 2025
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Toronto AI firm Skinopathy launches GetSkinHelp app, enabling Canadians to screen for skin cancer from home and access timely medical care.
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Google Canada selects 14 startups for latest AI accelerator

Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
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Google Canada has chosen 14 startups for its sixth Google for Startups Accelerator: Canada, a three-month AI-focused, equity-free programme.
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Robotic device aims to cut CAD $20bn in healthcare costs

Tue, 22nd Apr 2025
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Toronto-based Able Innovations is rolling out its ALTA robotic patient transfer platform across five major Canadian hospitals to ease worker strain and boost care.
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Shuriii joins Siakam's EdTech Engine, eyes global growth

Wed, 16th Apr 2025
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Toronto startup Shuriii has been chosen for the Siakam EdTech Engine programme, aiming to revolutionise K-12 education with dynamic data-driven insights.
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Google Cloud Canada grows with focus on AI and sovereignty

Thu, 10th Apr 2025
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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.
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TCS partners with Paris Marathon to revolutionise race tech

Wed, 2nd Apr 2025
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Tata Consultancy Services has partnered with the Schneider Electric Marathon de Paris as its Official AI & Technology Partner for the next three years.
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Atsushi Kubo appointed CEO to lead Telehouse Canada expansion

Tue, 1st Apr 2025
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Atsushi Kubo has been named CEO of Telehouse Canada to spearhead expansion and strengthen its position in the Canadian data centre and connectivity market.
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Canadian women professionals face DEI programme challenges

Mon, 31st Mar 2025
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New data reveals that over half of Canadian women professionals are worried about their careers amid the rollback of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives.
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GoBolt partners with Google Cloud for a greener supply chain

Wed, 19th Mar 2025
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supply chain
GoBolt has teamed up with Google Cloud to enhance its supply chain efficiency, boasting a 7,600% delivery surge since 2020 while ensuring sustainability.
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Esri Canada earns three ISO certifications for cloud security

Mon, 17th Feb 2025
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Esri Canada has secured three ISO certifications, affirming its dedication to data security and privacy in cloud solutions, enhancing its credibility as a GIS provider.
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Boba Mint acquires 50% stake in Werd Studios for USD $2.55M

Tue, 21st Jan 2025
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Boba Mint Holdings plans to acquire a 50% stake in Toronto's Werd Studios for USD $2,550,000, aiming to enhance its blockchain gaming initiatives.
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SenSen reports third cash-positive quarter with growth plans

Wed, 15th Jan 2025
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SenSen Networks has reported AUD $1.3 million in operating cash flow for Q2, marking its third successive positive cash period despite a slight decline from last year's figures.
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Telehouse celebrates 35 years of global DC services & innovation

Thu, 26th Sep 2024
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Telehouse celebrates 35 years in data centre services, expanding from its 1989 New York launch to over 45 centres worldwide, including new sites in Thailand and Canada.
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Auckland ranks fourth in global remote work destinations

Thu, 25th Apr 2024
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Auckland, New Zealand, clinches the fourth spot globally for best remote work destinations in Remote's 2024 report, standing out for its quality of life and connectivity.
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Canadian ISA Cybersecurity launches first UK operation in London

Thu, 28th Mar 2024
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In response to rising cybercrime rates, Canada's leading cybersecurity firm, ISA Cybersecurity, expands its array of esteemed detection and recovery services to the UK, marking its first operation outside Canada.
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NVIDIA's breakthroughs redefine quantum computing landscape

Thu, 21st Mar 2024
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power / energy
Nvidia Technologies advances quantum computing with breakthroughs in science, finance, and educational realms, reshaping research strategies and propelling quantum era applications.
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Commvault appoints Melissa Hathaway as Chair of Cyber Resilience Council

Wed, 1st Nov 2023
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risk & compliance
Commvault has appointed cybersecurity expert Melissa Hathaway to chair its Cyber Resilience Council, advising on security trends and threats.
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New report reveals booming global demand for AI expertise

Wed, 1st Nov 2023
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Artificial intelligence expertise has seen a global surge, with a 60% in hiring and 59% rise in organisations seeking such skills, according to a new report.
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Simul8 partners with WoodGreen to improve employment services in Toronto

Tue, 31st Oct 2023
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employment
Glasgow social service agency partners with Simul8 to enhance its Employment Services program in preparation for Ontario's Employment Services Transformation.
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The SaaS start-up behind Love Island wins innovation award

Mon, 23rd Oct 2023
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Australian start-up, Lumi.Media, earns prestigious Cannes sustainability and innovation award for TV production tech.