Technology
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Omron donates technology to Georgian College students in Toronto
Automation company provides PLCs for hands-on learning and training for faculty.
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Toyota to start deploying vehicle-to-vehicle communication tech in 2021
Signals warn others of heavy braking ahead or that another vehicle is headed into their path.
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China to allow full foreign ownership in auto industry
Change would scrap rules that require global automakers to share technology with potential competitors.
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Data of 620,000 Canadians improperly shared with consulting firm: Facebook
Overall, 87 million users affected, nearly 82% believed to be located in the US.
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Survey of Toronto tech firms shows international job applications up
MaRS Discovery District found 53% of respondents saw more international applicants in 2017 over 2016.
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BlackBerry revenue tops expectations, cuts Q4 loss to US$10M
Although the Waterloo company is a fraction of what it was, its shares have improved over the past year.
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New cars are quickly getting self-driving safety features
They include laser sensors, AI, larger viewing screens, cameras that can read speed limit signs, and systems that slow cars ahead of curves and construction zones.
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G7 labour ministers look to set plan for tech disruption in workforce
Will create an employment task force that will undertake research and craft recommendations on priority areas.
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How Facebook was able to siphon off phone call and text logs
It began uploading call and text logs from phones running Google’s Android system in 2015
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Cybersecurity: Employees pose the greatest risk
Five tips for engaging everyone to manage cyber threats
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Mars on Earth: Simulation tests conducted in remote desert of Oman
More than 200 scientists from 25 nations to field-test technology for a manned mission to the Red Planet.
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EVs: Funding will help you get ahead of the curve
Government programs are available for technology developers.
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Sellick’s new rough terrain forklift plant in Harrow officially open
Larger factory space with state-of-the-art equipment and machinery.
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BC tech advocate to help boost federal funding for innovative projects
Role is to create opportunities and shepherd innovation across all industries and regions.
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US group: Beijing will retaliate if Trump acts on trade
Trump has approved higher tariffs on Chinese aluminum, washing machines and other goods.
