Three Little Words: Technology Gets Human with Emergency Location App
by Lee Rickwood
Application developers have mapped out the whole world into a grid of 10-foot squares, identified by a unique combination of three random words.
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Montreal AI Start-up Shows Clean Tech at COP 26 Climate Change Conference
by Lee Rickwood
A Montreal tech firm uses artificial intelligence (AI) to combat climate change by making commercial buildings smarter about the energy they use.
Name Change Not Enough to Fix Facebook, Critics Charge
by Lee Rickwood
The arbitrary amplification of content through algorithmic manipulation is one of the most worrisome, if not negatively impactful, ways social media platforms cause harm.
New RideShare Program Offers Start-ups a Boost – to Space
by Lee Rickwood
Canadian tech company GEC is opening the door to space flight for start-up companies, small businesses, academic researchers, government departments, non-governmental agencies and more.
Video Streaming, Ad Targeting, Product Developing: Roku Does Do That
by Lee Rickwood
Targeting Canadian consumers with a product awareness campaign for its new and enhanced streaming sticks, Roku also has new products and services for media buyers, advertisers and the broader business community.
Third Party Data Brokers Still Want Your Data
by Lee Rickwood
It really doesn’t matter what website you visit: its owners, operators, and publishers likely work with third-party data brokers.
HD Map of Toronto for Autonomous Vehicles Made with High Tech, AI, Government Support
by Lee Rickwood
Autonomous vehicles have the potential to make transportation more efficient, safe, and environmentally friendly. With that goal in mind, we can surely use some detailed maps to help us get there.
Say What? Canadian Social Media Platform Uses Audio to Boost CFL Fan Engagement
by Lee Rickwood
Members of the new social community called ililli (pronounced EYE-lily) can record 15-second audio clips and share them with other listeners. Posts can include a picture, a link, and a channel.