Canada stories - Page 36
Tap-and-go paywave payments the new norm in a COVID-19 world, Mastercard research shows
Fri, 1st May 2020
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martech
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commerce systems
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supply chain
Consumer polling by Mastercard showed a significant majority of consumers were using the technology during February and March.
Cloud wins big in Q1 2020 as remote work drives record demand
Fri, 1st May 2020
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uc
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hyperscale
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public cloud
Research released today by Canalys reveals cloud infrastructure services spending grew 34% in Q1 2020, hitting US$31 billion in the quarter.
Northern Data AG buys data center specialist Kelvin Emtech Group
Thu, 30th Apr 2020
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hpc
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it architecture
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northern data ag
Europe-based Northern Data AG has acquired Canadian data center specialist firm Kelvin Emtech Group to expand its presence in Canada and North America.
IDC: The worst is yet to come for traditional PC market
Tue, 14th Apr 2020
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network infrastructure
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supply chain
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personal computing devices
Global traditional PC shipments declined by 9.8% in Q1 2020, with reduced supply due to the COVID-19 outbreak being the main factor, according to IDC.
How AI could be pivotal in Australia’s economic recovery from COVID-19
Thu, 9th Apr 2020
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
AI is set to play a pivotal role in Australia’s COVID-19 recovery, aiding in prevention, response, and economic rejuvenation amid the ongoing crisis.
COVID-19: Contactless payment limit increased to $200
Thu, 9th Apr 2020
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martech
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commerce systems
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supply chain
New Zealand has increased the contactless payment limit from NZD $80 to NZD $200 to curb COVID-19 spread, rolling out changes over the next few weeks.
Border restrictions block Konica Minolta Australia managing director replacement
Wed, 8th Apr 2020
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supply chain
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printing
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3d printing
Border restrictions delay leadership transition at Konica Minolta Australia, with Dr. David Cooke staying on as Yohei Konaka awaits travel clearance.
Myriota cements North America presence through exactEarth deal
Thu, 2nd Apr 2020
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spacetech
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iot
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myriota
Myriota has bolstered its North American presence by securing a deal with exactEarth, involving satellite assets and spectrum licences, for CA$600,000.
COVID-19 pressure on business escalates
Tue, 31st Mar 2020
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healthtech
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globaldata
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covid-19
More than two thirds of organisations fear the COVID-19 pandemic will have a negative impact on their business.
Denodo reports customer and revenue wins for 2019
Thu, 19th Mar 2020
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partner programmes
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microsoft
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customers
Denodo, the data virtualisation provider, has experienced worldwide growth in 2019 thanks to strong year-end momentum and quality customer interactions.
Game review: MLB The Show 20
Wed, 18th Mar 2020
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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sports
MLB The Show 20 is sure to please baseball fans as it continues to be the best baseball game franchise of all time.
StorageCraft ‘doubles down’ on channel engagement
Mon, 16th Mar 2020
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dr
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hybrid cloud
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cloud security
The 100% channel company has announced a series of initiatives and a new global sales head to improve its momentum globally.
Remote working is here to stay - and employees love it, says GitLab report
Wed, 11th Mar 2020
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martech
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apm
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hybrid & remote work
Remote working is becoming a reality for many, with 83% of professionals saying they can accomplish all tasks remotely, according to a new report from GitLab.
Nanotech brings tough, flexible sensor to life
Mon, 9th Mar 2020
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wearables
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healthtech
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personal computing devices
Engineers at the University of Waterloo have created a silicone/graphene material that can act as a sensor for wearable technologies.
Escaping gravity: Practical ways to support career growth paths for women in IT
Fri, 6th Mar 2020
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dei
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unisys
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iwd
Tech firms can close the gender gap in leadership by setting firm targets, embracing flexible policies, and fostering female-specific mentorship and networking.
Data theft & fraud lead to growth in employment screening services
Tue, 25th Feb 2020
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fraud
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employment
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precisesecurity.com
Employment screening services market could reach $4.8bn by 2023, driven by the need for safer hiring decisions and increasing data theft.
Microsoft NZ rolls out free AccountGuard service ahead of general election
Tue, 25th Feb 2020
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email security
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cybersecurity
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microsoft
Ahead of New Zealand’s general election, Microsoft NZ unveils its free AccountGuard service to protect political entities and NGOs from cyber threats.
Google expands Titan security keys across parts of EU & Asia
Mon, 24th Feb 2020
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google
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fido alliance
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security keys
Google’s Titan security keys are now available in Canada, France, Japan, and several European countries, enhancing protection for high-risk users.
Revealed: Top gaming trends as industry grows rapidly
Tue, 18th Feb 2020
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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ar, vr & metaverse
The gaming industry is booming, set to reach USD$305 billion by 2025. Cloud gaming, esports, VR, and 5G technology are leading the charge.
Revenue from 5G IoT connections to skyrocket 1,400% in next five years
Tue, 18th Feb 2020
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uc
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iot
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5g & beyond
A Juniper Research study forecasts 5G IoT revenue to surge 1,400% to USD $8 billion by 2024, driven by automotive and smart cities sectors.