Toronto stories - Page 2
OVHcloud accelerator backs 16 blockchain startups with EUR €50,000
Thu, 2nd Oct 2025
OVHcloud’s new accelerator supports 16 blockchain startups with EUR €50,000 in cloud credits, mentoring and workshops from September to November 2025.
Can Canada keep its startup talent from heading south?
Wed, 1st Oct 2025
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.
Loblaw & Gatik expand GTA autonomous truck partnership
Thu, 25th Sep 2025
The two companies expand their partnership to deploy 50 autonomous trucks across Toronto by 2026, revolutionising local grocery distribution with AI technology.
YouTube launches new hub to boost brand-creator ties in Canada
Thu, 25th Sep 2025
YouTube Canada has launched new tools, including the Creator Partnerships Hub and BrandConnect API, to boost collaboration between brands and creators.
Mycroft raises USD $3.5M for AI-powered CISO platform
Wed, 24th Sep 2025
Mycroft secures USD $3.5 million to boost its AI platform that automates security and compliance, replacing manual and fragmented tools for firms.
Within the AI revolution, Canada is quiet but strong
Wed, 24th Sep 2025
Snowflake deepens its commitment to data, embracing AI technology to transform how businesses manage and leverage vast information volumes.
Tre'dish expands grocery range, launches price transparency app
Wed, 24th Sep 2025
Tre'dish expands grocery range to over 4,000 items and launches an app offering real-time price comparisons for affordable shopping in Greater Toronto.
These hackathons are stupid...and that's the point
Sat, 20th Sep 2025
The Stupid Ideas Hackathon, founded by Maya Lekhi, embraces silly concepts to spark creativity and innovation in a fun, fiery atmosphere.
Ontario invests CAD $50 million to boost manufacturers’ tech edge
Fri, 12th Sep 2025
Ontario commits CAD $50 million to support manufacturers adopting advanced technologies like AI, robotics, and 5G, boosting innovation and global competitiveness.
Ultimarii raises $5.2M to boost AI for project approvals
Fri, 12th Sep 2025
Ultimarii has secured CAD $5.2 million to expand its AI platform that accelerates regulatory approvals for major infrastructure and resource projects.
Accenture acquires IAMConcepts, strengthens Canadian presence
Thu, 11th Sep 2025
Accenture has acquired Canadian IAMConcepts to boost identity and access management solutions across critical sectors like finance and utilities in Canada.
Canada invests CAD $28.7M in AI training for energy jobs
Thu, 11th Sep 2025
Canada commits to train 5,000 energy workers in AI skills and boost computing resources for AI research, advancing clean energy jobs.
Bell Canada launches autonomous Security Operations Centre
Wed, 10th Sep 2025
Bell launches Bell Cyber to unify AI-driven cybersecurity services, boosting enterprise protection with an autonomous Security Operations Centre in Canada.
As companies insource to AI, workers skill up or switch out
Sat, 6th Sep 2025
With outsourcing fading, workers must retrain to thrive in evolving industries or risk falling behind in today's shifting job market.
CatchCorner & Google enable instant sports venue bookings in search
Thu, 4th Sep 2025
CatchCorner teams up with Google to offer instant online bookings for sports venues across major North American cities via Google Search and Maps.
Funding from FedDev adds support for Black businesses in GTA
Thu, 4th Sep 2025
Federal Economic Development invests CAD $2.4 million in Black Creek Community Health Centre to back Black entrepreneurs across Toronto.
TELUS acquires TELUS Digital to integrate AI & SaaS
Thu, 4th Sep 2025
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.
Dext appoints Joanne Modugno as General Manager for North America
Wed, 3rd Sep 2025
Dext names Joanne Modugno as General Manager for North America to boost growth and expand bookkeeping automation from its Toronto office.
Canadian women in cybersecurity making waves coast to coast
Tue, 2nd Sep 2025
Canadian women are driving innovation and leadership in cybersecurity, reshaping the industry's future with expertise and determination.
The future of innovation belongs to teams that master AI tools
Sat, 30th Aug 2025
AI tools boost engineering productivity by 26%, enabling faster innovation through seamless integration across teams and workflows.