Buckley Smith

Staff writer for IT World Canada. Covering the world of technology as it applies to business. Buckley is an avid sports fan who loves travel, food, and music. Can be contacted at [email protected] or 416-290-2000.

Articles by Buckley Smith

Hashtag Trending – Microsoft wins government contract; Alphabet bids for Fitbit; Facebook takes down fake ad

Microsoft wins U.S. Defense Department contract; Alphabet bidding to buy Fitbit; Facebook takes down fake political ad In a dramatic victory, Microfsoft beat out Amazon...

Azure shows no sign of slowing down, according to Microsoft’s Q1 2020 earnings call

Following a strong start to the 2020 fiscal year that saw US$33 billion in revenue, Microsoft's Azure continued to experience strong growth despite concerns from...

Optiv Canada and SailPoint awarded SLSA by federal government

Optiv Canada Federal Inc. and SailPoint Technologies Inc. are joining forces to support government clients to centrally govern access to applications and systems across...

Hashtag Trending – Google’s quantum computer; SoftBank-WeWork deal; Facebook in hot water, again

Google’s quantum computer solves 10,000 year problem in 4 minutes; SoftBank reveals the WeWork deal; Facebook may be biggest threat to American democracy. Quantum computing...

Hashtag Trending – Microsoft admits Android is best; AI solves Rubiks Cube; Selfies are for narcissists

Microsoft admits that Android is the best OS; AI-powered robot hand solves Rubiks Cube; Study shows selfies are a tool for narcissists While previous smartphones...

Trend Micro acquires Cloud Conformity

Trend Micro Inc. has added to its cloud security portfolio with today's acquisition of Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM) firm Cloud Conformity Pty. Ltd., which was founded in Australia but is headquartered in the United States of America.

Advancements in malware have changed the landscape of cybersecurity, says eSentire

Malware is not only alive and well, it's becoming an underground as-a-service offering.

Made By Google: Pixel 4, Pixelbook Go, and many more products revealed in New York

Google kicked off its annual product launch event - Made By Google - this morning in New York City, announcing a swath of products including the Pixel 4, Pixelbook Go, and much more.

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