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Michaela O'Connor named Chief Growth Officer to lead Symcor

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Michaela O'Connor has been appointed Chief Growth Officer at Symcor to lead sales, marketing, and strategy, driving the company’s expansion and innovation.
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Enterprise Ireland launches Canada Advisory Tech Council

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Irish exports to Canada hit a record EUR €585 million (CAD $954 million) in 2024, soaring 32% since 2021 as technology and services firms boost trade ties.
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Inside Harvey AI’s Toronto strategy with CBO John Haddock

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John Haddock, Harvey CBO, discusses Toronto's promising landscape for legal tech innovation and growth opportunities in the sector.
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Rising AI demand puts data centres in Canada’s energy spotlight

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As AI adoption grows, Canadians evaluate data centres as critical infrastructure, prioritising power to support the nation’s digital and economic future.
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Lyft to open dedicated downtown Toronto office next year

Sat, 18th Oct 2025
Lyft will open new tech hub in the financial district, its second North American centre, to drive innovation and expand in the growing Canadian market.
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Oracle & Google Cloud launch new AI database services & regions

Wed, 15th Oct 2025
Oracle and Google Cloud unveil AI-powered database services and expand Oracle Database@Google Cloud to eight regions, enhancing multicloud flexibility and partner access.
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5 million Canadians bet on crypto. Where’s the rulebook?

Tue, 14th Oct 2025
Political leaders remain unaware and sceptical amid calls for clearer regulation and support as stablecoin rises amongst Canadian investors.
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Quantum for all: Waterloo's team leading open source compute

Sat, 11th Oct 2025
Waterloo's researchers at Open Quantum Design are pioneering open-source quantum computing tools, making advanced technology accessible to all worldwide.
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First films using Moonvalley tech expected in the next year

Fri, 10th Oct 2025
CEOs Naeem Talukdar of Moonvalley and Bryn Mooser of Asteria discuss advancements in augmented storytelling using licenced AI generation.
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Alexi & iManage integrating AI into law firm workflows

Fri, 10th Oct 2025
Alexi and iManage have teamed up to integrate AI into law firm workflows, enhancing document management and boosting efficiency within existing systems.
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Nüu Catering launches platform to streamline office meal orders

Fri, 10th Oct 2025
Toronto startup Nüu Catering launches a platform allowing office employees to order individual meals, easing group orders and boosting local restaurants.
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Global tech companies overlook a Canada-first PR mindset at their peril

Thu, 9th Oct 2025
Global tech firms often assume Canadian markets mirror Anglo counterparts, but success demands PR strategies tailored to Canada's unique media and cultural landscape.
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AI fraud verification startup secures $20M in seed funding

Thu, 9th Oct 2025
Canadian startup TransCrypts raises CDN $20 million to enhance secure digital ID control and combat rising AI-driven fraud globally.
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Elevate: Human-centred AI key to future innovation

Thu, 9th Oct 2025
Accenture's Oteh and Frosst highlight human-centred innovation in AI, emphasising technology's role in enhancing human potential.
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Whimble launches on-demand disability care platform in Toronto

Thu, 9th Oct 2025
Whimble has launched its on-demand disability care platform in Toronto, offering flexible support to meet the growing needs of people with disabilities and their carers.
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Saviynt launches global tour to spotlight AI identity security

Wed, 8th Oct 2025
Saviynt launches its UNLOCK global tour across major cities to explore AI-powered identity security and governance in 2025, uniting industry leaders worldwide.
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Venn launches online incorporation for Ontario businesses

Sat, 4th Oct 2025
The Toronto-based company now offers Ontario entrepreneurs online incorporation, bundling business registration and banking in one seamless digital service.
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Cosmo5 launches globally to drive AI-powered brand engagement

Thu, 2nd Oct 2025
Cosmo5 launches globally, merging 23 firms to offer AI-powered marketing across 18 countries, helping brands transform with data, media, and technology expertise.
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Spellbook launches AI training for jr. lawyers at Kennedys

Thu, 2nd Oct 2025
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.
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Canada awards CAD $13.2M to boost emerging space tech

Thu, 2nd Oct 2025
Canada awards funding to 17 firms and research groups to advance space tech in AI, propulsion, and lunar mobility, boosting security and economy.