Techopia

Techopia is focused on Ottawa’s technology sector. This multimedia project includes regular online news coverage, a video and audio podcast, private networking events and quarterly reports. OBJ also partners with EY to create an annual magazine called Techopia-EY Insights.

Semiconductor giant Marvell plans ‘significant expansion’ of Kanata footprint after acquisition

Publicly traded U.S. tech manufacturing giant acquired Rianta Solutions' operations on Legget Drive earlier this year in bid to tap into region's top-notch talent pool.

Playing to win: Redblack Nate Behar sees million-dollar potential in new marketing app

Former Carleton Ravens standout receiver has launched FireWork, a new mobile app he describes as a “matchmaking” forum to bring athletes and brands together. 

Swedish design house Syntronic acquires DragonWave’s Kanata operations

Stockholm-based firm's first-ever M&A deal adds about two dozen former DragonWave employees in the National Capital Region to the company's growing North American base in Kanata.

Former Shopify exec Erin Zipes joining 1Password’s C-suite

Move comes six months after Zipes left Shopify, where she played a key role in building and leading the e-commerce powerhouse’s legal team from pre-IPO through the pandemic.

Empire state of mind: software startup Braiyt.Ai’s retail analytics platform gets New York exposure

Ottawa firm's platform tracks metrics such as how many customers are entering stores, where they're most likely to gather and how long they wait in line at the checkout counter. 

Shopify releases shareholder vote tally on proposal to give CEO key voting rights

Company says 53.68 per cent of shareholders, excluding founder and chief executive Tobi Lütke, voted in favour of a plan to grant him key voting power at the company.

Movin’ on up: GaN Systems feels right at home among Kanata South tech titans

Firm's semiconductors made of a compound called gallium nitride are quickly becoming the go-to hardware to help power everything from electric cars to industrial motors.

Shopify shareholders approve new voting rights for CEO Tobi Lütke, stock split

Move ensures Lütke, his family and affiliates will hold 40 per cent of the e-commerce software giant's voting power.

IT firm Fully Managed makes first M&A deal since acquisition by Telus

Fully Managed said Monday it’s acquired Ook Enterprises, a Vancouver-based company that provides managed IT services to small and medium-sized businesses.

Five cybersecurity tips every local small business needs to know

Though you might not realize it, cybersecurity is an important topic that should be on the radar...
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Artificial intelligence is rapidly becoming an essential tool in today's workplace, helping organizations improve efficiency, streamline operations, and enhance decision-making. However, as AI becomes more integrated into day-to-day business, employers must also navigate the legal, ethical, and operational risks that come with its use. Join Jordon White of Emond Harnden LLP for an informative webinar on the evolving role of AI in the Canadian workplace. This webinar will cover: -- The use of AI by employees in complaints, grievances, and workplace disputes. -- Key liability risks arising from the improper use of AI technologies. -- Practical strategies for safely and effectively integrating AI into your operations.
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