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

CATA appoints Suzanne Grant as interim CEO following passing of John Reid

Following the sudden and tragic passing of President and CEO John Reid earlier this month, the Canadian Advanced Technology Alliance has appointed Suzanne Grant as its interim chief executive officer.

Mastercard and Zoho expand partnership to provide tools on a global scale

After beginning their partnership in India, Zoho Corp. and Mastercard Inc. have announced a partnership expansion to provide Zoho's tools to Mastercard clients all...

New head of LG AI lab wants your home appliances to get smarter

LG Electronics Canada has appointed a new head to the LG Artificial Intelligence Lab in Toronto. Darin Graham, the company's new director of R&D...

Hashtag Trending – 25 million Androids infected with malware; ‘detective wi-fi’ to the rescue; smart TV captures porn?

25 million Android users infected with Malware from WhatsApp; Wi-fi network busts young vandals; Did a smart TV record a couple having sex? https://www.forbes.com/sites/thomasbrewster/2019/07/10/25-million-android-phones-infected-with-malware-that-hides-in-whatsapp/#5b230faa4470 25 million...

Two Canadian companies selected for AI@Centech acceleration program

Thales Group, a multinational company specializing in electrical systems based out of France, has announced the five companies it has selected for its inaugural...

Cisco to buy Acacia Communications for $2.6 billion USD

Cisco Systems Inc. is trying to expand its portfolio of optical, silicon, and software technologies to bolster its intent-based networking by announcing its plans to acquire Massachusetts-based Acacia Communications.

SAS joins forces with IOG and universities to create the Government Analytics Research Institute

The SAS Institute announced it's teaming with a number of parties to create the Government Analytics Research Institute

Visa and Paypal launch Instant Transfer in Canada

Business owners often need access to their money immediately. In fact, a survey commissioned by Visa Inc. found 85 per cent of small businesses...

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