General News

Global data center service provider, Telehouse Canada, has announced a leadership transition, appointing Atsushi Kubo as the new President and Chief Executive Officer.

In an age defined by online transactions, smartphone connectivity, and expansive cloud networks storing vast troves of personal data, the need for reliable data encryption has become crucial. Addressing this critical necessity, the Canadian Space Agency (CSA) has allocated a significant CAD 1.4 million grant to QEYnet.

Yondr Group held a groundbreaking ceremony to mark the initiation of its 27MW Toronto data center. The project, which Yondr is building on a 4.5-acre site, is the company’s first development in Canada.

Canada's efforts to bridge the digital divide in rural areas received a significant boost with a CAD $85 million financing initiative aimed at expanding broadband internet access in underserved regions of Western Canada. This latest investment underscores the growing commitment to improving rural connectivity and addressing long-standing gaps in high-speed internet access.

Local internet service providers warn Canadians that their access to competitive and affordable services may diminish unless federal government regulators take immediate action.

One37, a leader in AI-powered digital identity and workflow automation, has partnered with Guardian SafetyNet (GSN) to transform the operations of Canada's first responders. Powered by One37 Maestro AI, a secure-by-design Agentic AI that safely bridges artificial intelligence and personal data, this collaboration enhances the privacy, security, and operational efficiency of emergency services in an increasingly AI-driven era.

The CRTC is advancing efforts to enhance Internet services' reliability and affordability for residents of the Far North.

Ensuring the safe and responsible use of AI systems is a top priority for the Government of Canada, with experts highlighting evolving risks, including the potential for their misuse in disinformation campaigns, cybersecurity breaches and election interference.

The year 2025 has officially been declared the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology, celebrating 100 years of quantum mechanics. In line with this, investments in Canadian researchers are ensuring that the country remains at the forefront of the global race for quantum innovation.

The Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of Emergency Preparedness and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada (PacifiCan), announced that businesses and not-for-profit organizations in British Columbia will be able to apply for funding from the new Regional Artificial Intelligence Initiative (RAII) starting November 18, 2024.