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Four per cent of Canadian businesses use AI, adoption highest in Quebec: report

Four per cent of Canadian businesses use AI, adoption highest in Quebec: report

TORONTO — A new report says only four per cent of Canadian businesses are using artificial intelligence.
Canada's tech industry experiencing shift away from remote work

Canada's tech industry experiencing shift away from remote work

When Heather Aleinik was laid off from Shopify Inc. last summer, it was "one of the biggest curveballs" of her career.
Online News Act could see Google, Meta pay combined $230 million to Canadian media

Online News Act could see Google, Meta pay combined $230 million to Canadian media

The federal government has put a price tag on how much it would like to see Google and Facebook spend under legislation that requires the tech giants to compensate media companies for Canadian journalism.
Shopify, Amazon strike deal to integrate 'Buy with Prime' in Shopify stores

Shopify, Amazon strike deal to integrate 'Buy with Prime' in Shopify stores

TORONTO — Two of the e-commerce world’s biggest rivals have brokered a surprise deal helping their merchants better take advantage of one another’s offerings. Shopify Inc. and Amazon.com Inc.
Should you pay for cloud storage? What you need to know before you decide

Should you pay for cloud storage? What you need to know before you decide

Though the average young Canadian might feel inclined to steer clear of adding yet another subscription to their budget, cloud storage might be worth it — as long as they ask themselves the right questions first, experts say.
Group calls for Facebook, Instagram boycott on Aug. 23 and 24

Group calls for Facebook, Instagram boycott on Aug. 23 and 24

TORONTO — An advocacy group is calling on Canadians to boycott Facebook and Instagram later this week. The Friends of Canadian Broadcasting group began asking people Monday to stop posting content on Meta's platforms on Aug. 23 and 24.
LinkedIn launches government ID-based verification in Canada to build trust

LinkedIn launches government ID-based verification in Canada to build trust

TORONTO — Canadian LinkedIn users wanting to ensure the public that they're the real deal now have another method of verifying their online/digital identity: government identification.
Netflix launches gaming test for televisions and computers in Canada

Netflix launches gaming test for televisions and computers in Canada

TORONTO — Netflix says it has begun an experiment allowing some Canadians to play its games on their televisions and computers.
How you walk could shape the future of biometrics: experts

How you walk could shape the future of biometrics: experts

Canadians have been unlocking iPhones with their fingerprint since 2013 and are sometimes exposed to facial recognition software before boarding planes, but when it comes to biometric technology, Erik Scheme and Mayssa Rekik are one step ahead.
Lightspeed sees $46.7M net loss in Q1 as it launched products in new markets

Lightspeed sees $46.7M net loss in Q1 as it launched products in new markets

MONTREAL — Lightspeed Commerce Inc. is reporting a US$48.7 million net loss in its most recent quarter as it introduced several products to new markets.