Category: Business

Students Help Montreal Start-up Develop Breakthrough Tech to Convert Energy From Light

November 2, 2022

By Yasmin Ranade
Laval-based WattByWatt has developed breakthrough technology to convert light to energy, which could disrupt how we power everyday electronics. Potential applications for the novel energy system range from charging cell phones or Internet of Things (IoT) sensors, to powering the beacons and smart RFID tags found on items in the supermarket, to charging outdoor cameras or household WiFi networks.

Ergonomic Tech for the Office

October 28, 2022

By Christine Persaud
When we think about technology for the office and home office, we often consider functionality first, and rightfully so. But another important factor is usability when it comes to ergonomics. This is precisely why there’s a growing focus towards ergonomic tech

Heard About Quiet Quitting? What About Quiet Firing?

October 17, 2022

By Christine Persaud
The popularity of quiet quitting has led to the coining of a new term: quiet firing. As the name implies, quiet firing is when management purposely makes things difficult within the work environment in hopes that it will drive an employee to quit.

Everything Amazon Announced in September 2022

October 10, 2022

By Christine Persaud
Amazon doesn’t have annual launch events like Apple and Google. But the company did announce a slew of new products in a variety of key areas last month, ranging from smart home to networking gear, entertainment, personal devices, and more. While many of the products aren’t officially available just yet, several are available for pre-order just in time for the latest Amazon Prime Day event, scheduled for October 11 and 12.

Tech Leader Speaks to Emerging Tech Impacting Small Businesses

October 3, 2022

By Yasmin Ranade
In Canada, small and medium businesses employ 88 percent of the workforce and contribute more than half of the country’s gross domestic profit, and so examining how tech continues to impact and transform such a vibrant part of our economy is critical.

Dreamer Day Fest Lighting a Career Spark for Girls: STEAM, Trades and Entrepreneurship

September 30, 2022

By Yasmin Ranade
The Dreamer Day Fest 2022 will run from October 4 – 5, 2022 at the Enercare Centre – Exhibition Place in Toronto. This event will include keynote addresses from high-profile women who are leaders in their fields, including STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and math), skilled trades, emergency response, entrepreneurship, and leadership.