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 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 15
Funding from FedDev adds support for Black businesses in GTA
Thu, 4th Sep 2025
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smb
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government funding
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business support
Federal Economic Development invests CAD $2.4 million in Black Creek Community Health Centre to back Black entrepreneurs across Toronto.
TELUS acquires TELUS Digital to integrate AI & SaaS
Thu, 4th Sep 2025
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saas
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cx
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martech
TELUS plans to buy all remaining shares of TELUS Digital for USD $539 million, valuing the deal at USD $2.9 billion to boost AI and SaaS capabilities.
Canada lags behind as world leaders move towards stablecoin
Wed, 3rd Sep 2025
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crypto
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fintech
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payment technologies
While global banking leaders embrace stablecoins for innovation, Canada remains cautious, delaying adoption amidst evolving digital currency trends.
Canadian women in cybersecurity making waves coast to coast
Tue, 2nd Sep 2025
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cybersecurity
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gender diversity
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gender equality
Canadian women are driving innovation and leadership in cybersecurity, reshaping the industry's future with expertise and determination.
British Columbia secures CAD $22.7M boost for EV charging
Sat, 30th Aug 2025
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cartech
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clean technologies
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climate change
British Columbia will receive USD $22.7 million in federal funds to install over 480 EV chargers, boosting infrastructure across key locations in the province.
Bench IQ secures USD $5.3M to expand legal AI platform
Sat, 30th Aug 2025
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ai
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agentic ai
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legaltech
Bench IQ raises millions in seed funding to expand its AI-driven judicial intelligence platform for law firms across Canada and the US.
Moment Energy secures CAD $4.9M to scale battery storage
Fri, 29th Aug 2025
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hyperscale
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dc
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cartech
Moment Energy has secured CAD $4.9 million to expand production of battery storage systems made from repurposed EV batteries in British Columbia.
Canada funds first private sale solar energy project in SK
Thu, 28th Aug 2025
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clean technologies
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renewable energy
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solar power
Canada grants CAD $33m to George Gordon First Nation's solar project in Saskatchewan, pioneering industrial clean energy supply via a 30-year pact.
FedNor grants CAD $1.05M to boost innovation in Northern Ontario
Wed, 27th Aug 2025
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ai
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smb
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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
Wed, 27th Aug 2025
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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
Wed, 27th Aug 2025
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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
Tue, 26th Aug 2025
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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
Sat, 23rd Aug 2025
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quantum computing
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ideas
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photonics
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
Sat, 23rd Aug 2025
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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
Fri, 22nd Aug 2025
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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
Fri, 22nd Aug 2025
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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
Thu, 21st Aug 2025
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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
Thu, 21st Aug 2025
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robots
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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
Wed, 20th Aug 2025
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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
Wed, 20th Aug 2025
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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.