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Technology
NB company’ rapid sewage test tech helps detect COVID-19 early
Device can make testing accessible to communities with limited or no access to lab facilities.
Chinese leaders focus on technology as they make 5-year plan
Working to promote self-sustaining growth supported by domestic consumer spending and technology development.
Huawei sales up, but growth slows under virus, US pressure
US sanctions cut off access to most American components in a feud with Beijing over technology and security.
Controllable membrane to pull CO2 out of exhaust streams
Electrically switchable system continuously separates gases without moving parts or wasted space.
Doc examines what Canadian-made AI system predicts for the US election
Polly is forecasting next month’s presidential election, using public social-media data and algorithms.
$7M FedDev investment drives world-class test environment in Ottawa
Project includes a new, fully equipped mobile command centre that brings a secure network to any location without connectivity.
Canadians spend more money, time online during COVID: StatCan
Survey also found that 34% of Canadians say they’ve received attempted identity-theft attacks.
Growing cyber attacks to propel global threat intelligence platforms: report
North America is the largest market for commercial TIPs and will continue to dominate through 2022.
Microsoft attempts takedown of global criminal botnet
Uses an infrastructure known as Trickbot to infect computers with malware.
Calgary company to provide Alberta medical staff with face masks
Orpyx Medical Technologies will ensure the province has sufficient medical grade PPE over two years.
Simplify automation design with customized machines
Build your own online with Vention cloud platform.
Machine building made easier with ctrlX AUTOMATION
Platform with Linux real-time OS reduces engineering time and effort by 30% to 50%.
NASA tests new $23M titanium toilet for space station
Anti-gravity camper-size toilet designed more for women to fit into the NASA Orion moon capsules.
Taiwan’s smart machines key to ‘smart factories’ of the future
Sponsored Content provided by PLANT partner: Taiwan External Trade…
Ballard launches high-power density fuel cell stack for vehicle propulsion
For use in bus, rail, marine, mining, construction and aerospace vehicles, plus stationary power applications.
ATS lands $20M order for COVID-19 vaccine syringe manufacturing line
Symphoni high-performance digital manufacturing technology multiplies the productivity of automated assembly processes.
Ministers warn COVID-19 researchers of foreign actors threat
They urge strong cyber- and physical-security protocols to guard against aggressive targeting of research.
E2Metrix technology gets $4.5M boost from Natural Resources Canada
Ecothor will help clean out contaminants and solids, recycle mining wastewater.
TikTok owner picks Oracle over Microsoft as US tech partner
Much is unclear about the deal, which must still be reviewed by the Committee on Foreign Investment.
ISA Calgary Show
The International Society of Automation (ISA) in Calgary presents…
Canadian Manufacturing and Technology Show (CMTS)
Advanced technologies, keynote speakers and panelists from the highest…
Emerging technologies are essential for future survival: KPMG
Canadian companies under-invest in disruptive technologies compared to American counterparts
Ballard launches first zero emissions module to power ships
Aligns with aggressive targets (50% lower) for reduction of CO2 emissions in the sector by 2050.
E3 Metals awarded $98,000 Alberta Innovates grant
Project will determine the development plan and costs of a brine projects.
Chinese chipmaker SMIC denies military ties as US steps trade feud
US is considering adding SMIC to a list of foreign buyers needing permission to acquire technology or components.
Top cyber threats: Prepare for attacks to avoid ransom demands
Attacks are escalating across the country and manufacturers are not immune.
Manufacturing and distribution trends and the era of invigoration
Sponsored Content provided by PLANT partner: SYSPRO. Adapting to…
Cerebras Systems expands global footprint with Toronto office
Accelerating its R&D and establishing an artificial intelligence centre of excellence.
Huawei, long resilient, suffers under tougher US pressure
Washington intensifies its campaign to slam the door on access to foreign markets and components in its escalating feud.
Texas startup will make a BlackBerry 5G phone for NA, Europe
Devices made by FIH Mobile will be available from OnwardMobility next year.
China says US damaging global trade with Huawei sanctions
Commerce Department rules block suppliers from using US technology to produce processor chips and other components for the company.
Trump administration imposes new Huawei restrictions
New rules will further block Huawei from accessing US chip technology.
