About Jake
Jake MacAndrew
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 potential 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 - Page 1
Exclusive: VyOS Networks on why enterprise networks need a unified OS layer
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virtualisation
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firewalls
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vpns
VyOS says the age of the central office is over, pitching a universal software network layer for cloud, remote work and AI-era traffic.
Canada launches CAD $92M quantum tech defence initiative
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quantum computing
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cybersecurity
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it industry
Canada unveils new quantum tech scheme to bolster defence, keep top firms at home and turn early research gains into strategic clout.
Aiimi deploys workplace AI for CANDU nuclear reactors
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private cloud
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document management
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digital transformation
UK AI firm Aiimi signs three-year deal to deploy workplace AI across Candu nuclear reactor design and maintenance teams in Canada.
Exclusive: Cybrary on cyber training as tailored defence, not checkbox
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phishing
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hcm
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advanced persistent threat protection
Cybrary warns that current cyber training methods are outdated, urging the industry to adopt more advanced and effective learning approaches.
NATO backs Avivo’s universal blood tech in DIANA 2026
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supply chain
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biotech
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innovation hub
NATO selects Vancouver’s Avivo for its 2026 DIANA cohort, backing enzyme tech to convert donated blood into universal type O ECO-Blood.
Exclusive: Check Point on defending networks against AI-driven threats
Last week
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firewalls
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data protection
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ransomware
Avi Rembaum on how ransomware and AI-powered attacks are increasing globally, with education, healthcare, and Latin America among the hardest hit.
TransCrypts founder joins Forbes 30 under 30 list for 2026
Last week
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encryption
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hcm
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iam
TransCrypts founder Zain Zaidi joins Forbes 30 Under 30 after a CAD $20M seed round fuels growth in HR, healthcare and humanitarian tech.
Demand Spring & Brandlight partner on AI search visibility
Last week
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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cx
The two firms launch a joint AI search visibility service to help B2B brands shape how LLMs describe and surface them as people switch away from search engines.
Canada & UK sign new MOU on AI, quantum, digital partnerships
Last week
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digital transformation
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genai
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data privacy
Canada and the UK have struck a new digital pact to deepen cooperation on AI safety, quantum communications and public-sector tech.
Telus health program to support mobile clinic in Montreal
Last week
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smart cities
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healthtech
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stm
A second mobile health clinic is hitting Montreal’s streets to double vital care and support for the city’s growing homeless population.
Canada's modern tech threat: Cybercrime you can subscribe to
Last week
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malware
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
Cybercrime-as-a-service is booming, lowering entry barriers and making sophisticated attacks accessible to more criminals worldwide.
Canada & Germany forge Digital Alliance on AI, quantum
Last week
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digital transformation
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quantum computing
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genai
Canada and Germany launch a Digital Alliance to deepen ties on AI, quantum tech and digital infrastructure, targeting higher productivity.
Exclusive: DocuWare's Marcin Pichur on AI-powered IDP evolution
Last week
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document management
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digital transformation
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ecm
DocuWare is set to announce its upcoming initiative, TKTK, promising new innovations in document management solutions.
Canadian CIOs juggle AI gains with shadow AI risks
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private cloud
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
Canadian CIOs speed up AI adoption for productivity gains while racing to rein in shadow AI and meet strict data sovereignty demands.
VC compensation climbs, yet some gender gaps remain
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venture capital
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parental leave
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pd
Median pay in Canadian venture capital rises, narrowing regional gaps, but senior roles still show a gender pay gap despite gains for women at junior levels.
Canadians embrace AI to plan smarter travel & stretch budgets
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risk & compliance
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ai
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millennials
Nearly half of Canadian travellers now use AI tools to plan trips, helping them avoid the US and stretch budgets amid rising costs and global uncertainties.
Exclusive: SecurEnvoy's Michael Downs on MFA gaps and rising attack risks
This month
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data protection
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mfa
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advanced persistent threat protection
SecurEnvoy says flexible, phishing-resistant MFA is becoming essential as attackers increasingly exploit human error and regulatory pressure intensifies.
Canadian M&A set to surge in 2026 as startups gain at home
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martech
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cdp
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it department
Canadian merger and acquisition activity is set to surge in 2026 as domestic startups gain favour, driven by local firms seeking labour-saving tech solutions.
Meet the B.C. startup using AI to preserve fading languages
This month
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e-learning
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ai
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interactive learning
Language Foundry combines artificial intelligence and local knowledge to help learners revive and sustain shrinking Indigenous languages.
Chris Hadfield on fusion, AI, human ingenuity for the future
Last month
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ai
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clean technologies
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ml
The Canadian retired astronaut and former ISS commander shared his experiences and how to apply them to sustainable tech at Info-Tech LIVE in Montreal.