About Jake
Jake Macandrew
Interview Editor
Jake MacAndrew started off writing breaking news hits in his early days as a journalist. Since those late nights on the pulse for local breakthroughs, he has written stories on many topics, from cybersecurity education in Ukraine to the investment capabilities of fine wines. With each story Jake writes, no matter the topic, in-depth and accurate reporting is key. Previously living in Edinburgh, he's back in his hometown of Toronto.
Stories by Jake
FedNor grants CAD $1.05M to boost innovation in Northern Ontario
Yesterday
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r&d
FedNor awards CAD $1.05 million to NORCAT, boosting AI adoption and innovation in over 35 Northern Ontario SMEs to enhance productivity and growth.
CFOs are shifting gears: AI is now a boardroom priority
Yesterday
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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fintech
Modern CFOs are increasingly embracing AI technologies, transforming finance functions to boost efficiency and strategic decision-making.
BlueCat launches BlueCatalyst to boost NetOps solutions
Yesterday
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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hybrid cloud
BlueCat launches BlueCatalyst Partner Program, blending its DDI suite with LiveAction's tools to boost partner NetOps solutions and profitability globally.
Moovit & Greenlines introduce carbon credits for low-emission commutes
3 days ago
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clean technologies
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sustainability
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climate change
Greenlines' Mobility Carbon Engine helps Moovit record and generate carbon credits for low-emission commutes, aiding emission cuts and sustainable travel.
Photonic receives CAD $1 million grant for NORAD quantum tech
Last week
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quantum computing
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ideas
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norad
Photonic says the grant will go towards its advanced quantum repeater and networking tech supporting NORAD's defence modernisation across North America.
General Fusion raises CAD $30m to advance LM26 fusion program
Last week
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clean technologies
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investment
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renewable energy
General Fusion secures financing to advance its LM26 fusion project, aiming to pioneer zero-carbon fusion energy by mid-2030s with new Board appointments.
Deep Sky launches North America's first DAC carbon capture facility
Last week
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clean technologies
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climate change
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renewable energy
Canadian firms Deep Sky and Skyrenu achieve North America's first underground carbon storage via direct air capture at Innisfail, Alberta facility.
Heat, jobs, language: Data centres fueling Indigenous communities
Last week
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hyperscale
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dc
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clean technologies
Indigenous-led data centres offer more than jobs. They support language preservation, data sovereignty, and sustainable community growth.
SOVRA shifts to GovTech focus with Ontopical acquisition
Last week
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ai
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public sector
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govtech
SOVRA acquires Canadian firm Ontopical, and divests non-core units to strengthen its GovTech leadership in Canada.
BDC launches CAD $200M fund for industrial tech growth
Last week
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robots
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it in manufacturing
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supply chain
BDC launches CAD $200 million Industrial Innovation Venture Fund II to back Canadian early-stage firms in manufacturing, ag-tech, and critical minerals.
Canada partners with Cohere to boost AI in public services
Last week
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digital transformation
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llms
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ai
The Canadian Government partners with Artificial Intelligence firm Cohere to enhance public services using home-grown AI.
Vendasta launches AI receptionist assistant for SMBs
Last week
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cx
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martech
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agentic ai
Conversations AI, a 24/7 AI receptionist, helps SMBs manage calls and chats, boosting lead capture and cutting response times to under 30 seconds.
Few Canadians using AI at work daily, says TD Bank report
Last week
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digital transformation
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hcm
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ai
Fewer than 10% of Canadian workers use AI daily at work, with a TD Bank survey highlighting a major gap in training and adoption across generations.
Jerrell Jimerson appointed Head of Product & Experience at Bell Media
Last week
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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hulu
Jerrell Jimerson joins Bell Media as Head of Product, steering digital strategy across brands like Crave, TSN, CTV News, and iHeartRadio to boost growth.
Calabrio’s CareAI expands to save healthcare USD $1.1 million
This month
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devops
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apm
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genai
Calabrio expands CareAI, using generative AI to enhance healthcare efficiency and save providers up to USD $1.1M annually by automating patient interactions.
Canada invests CAD $13 million in smart grids & clean energy
This month
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clean technologies
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smart grids
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renewable energy
Canada commits CAD $13 million to modernise Ontario's electricity grid, backing smart grids and clean energy projects to lower costs and boost sustainability.
Cohere raises USD $500 million to drive secure enterprise AI
This month
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ai security
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genai
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data privacy
Cohere secures USD $500 million, reaching a USD $6.8 billion valuation to expand secure AI solutions for enterprises and governments globally.
Landbase acquires Adauris to boost inbound GTM platform
This month
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martech
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cdp
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marketing
The move is intended to enhance its go-to-market platform with signal-driven inbound marketing and new LinkedIn content features.
Canada's new space race is about one main thing: Satellites
This month
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uc
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spacetech
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5g & beyond
Canada is accelerating its space ambitions, aiming to lead the next era of space exploration with innovative technology and bold missions.
BC commits CAD $35M to low-carbon industry, data centre innovation
This month
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clean technologies
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sustainability
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automation
British Columbia commits CAD $35 million to its CleanBC Industry Fund, supporting low-carbon industrial projects and job creation across the province.