Tech
Tech in Action: Bell flies the fastest hunk of junk around
The telco extended its Star Wars campaign to Snapchat, putting fans in the midst of a battle with the Millennium Falcon.
Gen Z may not be as quick to adopt new technology
From the Tech newsletter: A report also shows consumers give companies false info due to discomfort with data collection.
Mastercard opens tech hub in Vancouver
The company is developing innovations in payment tech alongside cybersecurity advancements.
Nudge.AI is shutting down
The Toronto-based startup faced “challenges” in finding new funding for its CRM-focused artificial intelligence platform.
Communo raises new funding with plans to expand
From the Tech newsletter: The platform that helps agencies find freelancers now counts Frank Palmer among its investors.
Accenture launches sales and marketing hub in Niagara
The consultancy’s new “intelligent operations centre” is focused on helping clients de-silo customer-facing departments.
Tech in Action: Contiki gets Alexa to pack your bags
The travel company addresses one of the biggest pain points of preparing for a trip.
How CPG showed up at CES
From the Tech newsletter: P&G and L’Oreal showcased how they are pursuing innovation to meet consumer needs and head off disruptors.
Rogers goes hands on with its future
The telco’s new flagship store attempts to break down adoption barriers and help consumers understand tech like 5G and IoT.
Tech in Action: Dior moves away from the AR sales pitch
A new filter is promoting the brand’s holiday collection, but is more focused on expression than product trial.
Consumers are losing hope in business’ privacy abilities
An IBM study shows that security and data sharing are major concerns, but Canadians are skeptical about if they’ll be solved.
Strategy’s Most Read of 2019: Tech
The tech and innovation stories that got the most attention from readers this year.
Tech in Action: Levi’s automates product drops and pick-ups
Codes and carousels help make a more enjoyable way to get limited edition denim.
Phones, robots and bikes will get smarter in 2020
From the Tech newsletter: Deloitte’s TMT predictions cover how AI chips and private 5G will impact consumers and industries.
BMO launches its own AI financial advice tool
The bank gets in on the personalized advice trend with a mobile service centred on “actionable intelligence.”
