Technology News for IT Professionals in Canada

Artificial intelligence research institute Mila and Bell Canada have announced an 18-month collaborative project that, the two said, will apply deep learning neural network algorithms to Bell's systems and data. The lab, which specializes in artificial intelligence (AI) advances, was...

Critical infrastructure cyber law needed ‘more than ever,’ Parliament told

Howard Solomon - 2 days ago

Global tablet market ends tough 2023 with 11% decline in Q4: Canalys

Paul Barker - 2 days ago

Pass Canadian AI law as soon as possible, expert tells Parliament

Howard Solomon - 2 days ago

Apple’s New Vision Pro: The Best of YouTube

Jim Love - 4 days ago

Tories again cause testimony on proposed cybersecurity bill to be shortened

Howard Solomon - 6 days ago

How attractive are our Canadian cities to cybersecurity professionals – and why does it matter?

IT World Canada - 6 days ago

Proposed Canadian AI law is like a race car without an engine, expert tells Parliamentary committee

Howard Solomon - 7 days ago

Industrial firms must pay more attention to OT cybersecurity, says vendor

Howard Solomon - January 31, 2024

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Software

Microsoft reignites aggressive push to convert users to Windows 11

In a move reminiscent of past tactics, Microsoft has reignited its push for Windows 10 users to upgrade to Windows 11 with a series of intrusive, full-screen popups.

Infrastructure

IBM offer democratizes the mainframe for Linux for enterprise

IBM’s introduction of the LinuxONE 4 Express marks a new chapter in enterprise-grade Linux solutions, specifically crafted for the small and medium-sized business market.

Privacy

Mozilla offers subscription service to remove personal data from data brokers

Mozilla has unveiled a novel subscription service through Mozilla Monitor, aimed at addressing the widespread concern of personal information being mishandled and sold by data brokers online.

Artificial Intelligence

Robots and AI battle climate induced potholes

As climate change continues to unleash extreme weather conditions, the toll on our roadways has become increasingly evident.

SENIOR CONTRIBUTORS

Bolster your first line of defence – 5 tips to foster a security culture

Darren Gallop -

While the shift to hybrid work and the rise of interconnected systems have created new opportunities for business, this evolution exposed organizations to new...

Understanding Current Cybersecurity Challenges in Law: Legal Considerations for Artificial Intelligence and Technological Development (Article 6)

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With strong competition among countries around the world to become cutting edge leaders in AI, artificial intelligence has been a driving force of innovation...

Understanding Cybersecurity on Smartphones (UCSph) Part 1

MohammadMoein Shafi and Arash Habibi Lashkari -

The smartphone is one of the most remarkable inventions in contemporary human history and is currently the most widely utilized electronic device globally. Its...

Canadian workers and businesses can guide the GenAI revolution

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We have a rare opportunity right now. In what promises to be one of the most transformational moments in human history – akin to...

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Warning: Threat actors getting around some Ivanti mitigations

Cyber authorities in the U.S. and Australia have issued new warnings to IT administrators to take more action to...

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ITWC's Top Technology PODCASTS

Cyber Security Today, Feb. 7, 2024 – Deepfake video scam costs a company US$25 million

Cyber Security Today, Feb. 5, 2024 – Warnings to AnyDesk and Mastodon administrators, a lesson from a Cloudflare breach, and more

This episode reports on a US regulator hammering Blackbaud for a data breach, a former CIA application developer jailed for 40 years and more

Cyber Security Today, Week in Review for the week ending Feb. 2, 2024

This episode features discussion on data breaches at 23andMe, Microsoft and the Canadian government, and on an FBI warning on China's cyber threat

Mozilla steps up the move to protect privacy: Hashtag Trending, Wednesday, February 7th, 2024

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Canada moves closer to the EU on addressing issues of digital technology. IBM demonstrates how deep fakes can be a new risk...

Google gets its mojo working and threatens Open AI’s dominance: Hashtag Trending for Friday February 2nd, 2024

Gemini Pro looks poised to give OpenAI some real competition for a change, TikTok loses access to a huge amount of popular...

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INDUSTRY VOICES

Cybersecurity in 2024: Priorities and challenges for Canadian organizations

January 24, 2024

By Derek Manky As predictions for 2024 point to the continued expansion of cyber threats, cybersecurity experts are calling for a renewed commitment to cyber...

Survey shows generative AI is a top priority for Canadian corporate leaders.

January 8, 2024

Leaders are devoting significant budget to generative AI for 2024 Canadian corporate leaders are making generative AI a top strategic priority, a new generative AI...

Leveraging ERP and AI to Anticipate and Respond to Consumer Behaviour

January 8, 2024

As companies aim to stay ahead of the curve with new trends and innovations, the tides are turning, and consumer influence is compelling them...

Three reasons NOT to invest in Cybersecurity

December 21, 2023

By: Martin Hoz Are you an executive within a medium or large organization? Have you recently been approached about investments in cybersecurity but feel that...

Stemming the tide of cybercrime

November 22, 2023

By: Derek Manky Technology continues to play a significant role in accelerating cyberattacks and increasing their effectiveness, reflecting a global trend that sees cybercriminals growing...

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President to President VIDEOS

President to President: Paul Pinkney, General Manager, Red Hat Canada, Sales

ITWC’s Fawn Annan sat down with Paul Pinkney, General Manager, Red Hat Canada, to discuss Paul's journey with Red Hat and what led to...

President to President: Jeanette Irekvist, President, Ericsson Canada

ITWC’s Fawn Annan sat down with Jeanette Irekvist, President, Ericsson Canada to discuss Jeanette's Ericsson Journey, what's changed around the R&D agenda, and the...