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Kiwi Stories

Canada stories

Gallagher Security appoints Finan to Central North Island

The return of a 14-year veteran is set to bolster technical support and partner ties for customers across the Central North Island.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Wed, 15th Apr 2026

Global Stories

Canada stories

Disaster Recovery

Manufacturing leads ransomware targets in 2025 report

Ransomware hit manufacturers hardest in 2025 as incidents climbed 56 per cent, with ageing factory systems and suppliers widening exposure.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Fri, 17th Apr 2026

Software-as-a-Service

Aryza acquires Umbrella Tech in AI collections push

The deal gives lenders round-the-clock voice automation in more than 100 languages, aiming to cut costs and improve compliance in collections.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 3 min read • Thu, 16th Apr 2026

Data Protection

BMO deepens quantum ties with Canadian & US groups

The bank is positioning itself for long-term risks and opportunities in quantum, from encryption to fraud detection, through new North American partnerships.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 5 min read • Wed, 15th Apr 2026

Software-as-a-Service

Q4 buys Virtua Research to add analyst consensus data

Investor relations teams may save more than 40 hours a quarter as Q4 integrates Virtua's analyst consensus database and AI tools.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Wed, 15th Apr 2026

Data Protection

OpenText brings AI tools to AWS European Sovereign Cloud

Regulated European customers will gain AI and document management tools that keep sensitive data and governance within EU boundaries.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Tue, 14th Apr 2026

eCommerce

Scurri reports 22% Q1 growth as retail shifts local

Retailers are shifting towards domestic and European markets as cost pressures and slower US demand reshape parcel volumes across Scurri's platform.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 3 min read • Tue, 14th Apr 2026

Stories from Other Regions

Canada stories

Semiconductors

Canada opens AI compute funding round for supercomputer

Researchers and institutions could soon gain domestic access to large-scale AI computing as Ottawa backs a new supercomputer with CAD $890 million.

By Jake MacAndrew • 3 min read • Fri, 17th Apr 2026

Digital Transformation

Dext launches AI Assist as accountants warn of tax errors

Canadian accountants say generic AI advice is already causing filing mistakes, as Dext rolls out a specialist tool for bookkeepers and firms.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 5 min read • Fri, 17th Apr 2026

Fintech

Equifax Canada warns of 31% rise in first-party fraud

More applicants are overstating income or other details, with credit card cases nearly doubling and Ontario seeing up to CAD $123 million in losses.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Fri, 17th Apr 2026

Social Media

Ticombo warns fans on World Cup ticket fraud risks

Higher World Cup ticket demand is pushing up resale prices and exposing Canadian fans to fraud on unverified online channels.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Thu, 16th Apr 2026

Data Protection

On the table: Bill C-22 revives Canada's lawful access debate

New powers to demand subscriber data and force retention could broaden police access while reigniting privacy fears for Canadians.

By Jake MacAndrew • 6 min read • Thu, 16th Apr 2026

Robotics

NAV Canada report says drones to reshape low-level airspace

Canada’s air traffic system may need fresh investment as drone and air mobility flights are forecast to top 21 million by 2045.

By Jake MacAndrew • 3 min read • Thu, 16th Apr 2026

Customer Relationship Management

Konverge embeds AI in custom software to streamline work

Businesses could cut delays and duplicate work as Konverge puts AI inside workflows, while keeping human oversight for compliance.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 16th Apr 2026

Crypto

Sezzle launches virtual card for Canadian shoppers

Canadian shoppers can now split payments in stores such as SoftMoc and JD Sports as Sezzle broadens its buy now, pay later reach beyond online checkout.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 3 min read • Thu, 16th Apr 2026

Data Protection

Kijiji adds Interac identity checks to boost trust

Fraud fears in Canada’s online classifieds may ease as buyers and sellers on Kijiji can now verify their identities before trading.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Wed, 15th Apr 2026

Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Ottawa launches Level 1 cyber scheme for defence suppliers

Defence suppliers will face new cyber checks from summer 2026 as Ottawa phases in certification to protect sensitive contract data and match US standards.

By Jake MacAndrew • 3 min read • Wed, 15th Apr 2026