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Cosmo5 launches globally to drive AI-powered brand engagement
Data Analytics

Cosmo5 launches globally to drive AI-powered brand engagement

Cosmo5 launches globally, merging 23 firms to offer AI-powered marketing across 18 countries, helping brands transform with data, media, and technology expertise.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 2nd Oct 2025
Spellbook launches AI training for jr. lawyers at Kennedys
Generative AI

Spellbook launches AI training for jr. lawyers at Kennedys

Kennedys and Spellbook have launched an AI training program to equip junior lawyers with skills vital for a legal sector transformed by automation and AI.

By Jake MacAndrew • 3 min read • Thu, 2nd Oct 2025
OVHcloud accelerator backs 16 blockchain startups with EUR €50,000
Crypto

OVHcloud accelerator backs 16 blockchain startups with EUR €50,000

OVHcloud's new accelerator supports 16 blockchain startups with EUR €50,000 in cloud credits, mentoring and workshops from September to November 2025.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Thu, 2nd Oct 2025

Stories from Other Regions

AI fraud verification startup secures $20M in seed funding
Data Privacy

AI fraud verification startup secures $20M in seed funding

Canadian startup TransCrypts raises CDN $20 million to enhance secure digital ID control and combat rising AI-driven fraud globally.

By Jake MacAndrew • 3 min read • Thu, 9th Oct 2025
Elevate: Human-centred AI key to future innovation
Customer Experience

Elevate: Human-centred AI key to future innovation

Accenture's Oteh and Frosst highlight human-centred innovation in AI, emphasising technology's role in enhancing human potential.

By Jake MacAndrew • 3 min read • Thu, 9th Oct 2025
Whimble launches on-demand disability care platform in Toronto
Accessibility

Whimble launches on-demand disability care platform in Toronto

Whimble has launched its on-demand disability care platform in Toronto, offering flexible support to meet the growing needs of people with disabilities and their carers.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 9th Oct 2025
Venn launches online incorporation for Ontario businesses
Partner Programmes

Venn launches online incorporation for Ontario businesses

The Toronto-based company now offers Ontario entrepreneurs online incorporation, bundling business registration and banking in one seamless digital service.

By Jake MacAndrew • 3 min read • Sat, 4th Oct 2025
Canada awards CAD $13.2M to boost emerging space tech
Artificial Intelligence

Canada awards CAD $13.2M to boost emerging space tech

Canada awards funding to 17 firms and research groups to advance space tech in AI, propulsion, and lunar mobility, boosting security and economy.

By Jake MacAndrew • 3 min read • Thu, 2nd Oct 2025
Can Canada keep its startup talent from heading south?
Marketing Technologies

Can Canada keep its startup talent from heading south?

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.

By Jake MacAndrew • 4 min read • Wed, 1st Oct 2025
Loblaw & Gatik expand GTA autonomous truck partnership
Cartech

Loblaw & Gatik expand GTA autonomous truck partnership

The two companies expand their partnership to deploy 50 autonomous trucks across Toronto by 2026, revolutionising local grocery distribution with AI technology.

By Jake MacAndrew • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Sep 2025
YouTube launches new hub to boost brand-creator ties in Canada
Marketing Technologies

YouTube launches new hub to boost brand-creator ties in Canada

YouTube Canada has launched new tools, including the Creator Partnerships Hub and BrandConnect API, to boost collaboration between brands and creators.

By Jake MacAndrew • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Sep 2025
Mycroft raises USD $3.5M for AI-powered CISO platform
AI Security

Mycroft raises USD $3.5M for AI-powered CISO platform

Mycroft secures USD $3.5 million to boost its AI platform that automates security and compliance, replacing manual and fragmented tools for firms.

By Jake MacAndrew • 3 min read • Wed, 24th Sep 2025
Within the AI revolution, Canada is quiet but strong
Data Analytics

Within the AI revolution, Canada is quiet but strong

Snowflake deepens its commitment to data, embracing AI technology to transform how businesses manage and leverage vast information volumes.

By Jake MacAndrew • 4 min read • Wed, 24th Sep 2025
Tre'dish expands grocery range, launches price transparency app
Supply Chain

Tre'dish expands grocery range, launches price transparency app

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.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Wed, 24th Sep 2025
These hackathons are stupid...and that's the point
Marketing Technologies

These hackathons are stupid...and that's the point

The Stupid Ideas Hackathon, founded by Maya Lekhi, embraces silly concepts to spark creativity and innovation in a fun, fiery atmosphere.

By Jake MacAndrew • 3 min read • Sat, 20th Sep 2025
Ontario invests CAD $50 million to boost manufacturers' tech edge
Robotics

Ontario invests CAD $50 million to boost manufacturers' tech edge

Ontario commits CAD $50 million to support manufacturers adopting advanced technologies like AI, robotics, and 5G, boosting innovation and global competitiveness.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 12th Sep 2025
Ultimarii raises $5.2M to boost AI for project approvals
Risk & Compliance

Ultimarii raises $5.2M to boost AI for project approvals

Ultimarii has secured CAD $5.2 million to expand its AI platform that accelerates regulatory approvals for major infrastructure and resource projects.

By Jake MacAndrew • 3 min read • Fri, 12th Sep 2025
Accenture acquires IAMConcepts, strengthens Canadian presence
Privileged Access Management

Accenture acquires IAMConcepts, strengthens Canadian presence

Accenture has acquired Canadian IAMConcepts to boost identity and access management solutions across critical sectors like finance and utilities in Canada.

By Jake MacAndrew • 3 min read • Thu, 11th Sep 2025