Smartsheet named Gartner leader as it expands AI tools
41 minutes agoThe ranking bolsters Smartsheet's pitch to big companies as it adds governed AI tools that support more than 100 million requests a year.
Canadian stories
Generative AI lifts Canadian holiday email orders fourfold
Canadian marketers saw generative AI emails deliver four times the order and conversion rates over the holiday peak, according to Mailchimp data.
Toronto Zoo links orangutan enclosure fences to security
Staff will now receive instant alerts if orangutan fence wires are touched, helping Toronto Zoo verify incidents before animals are at risk.
Dext launches payments in Canada for QuickBooks & Xero
Canadian QuickBooks Online and Xero users can now process supplier and expense payments in one workflow, after beta users handled more than USD $2 million.
Payments Canada approves six new members as Rail nears
The approvals expand direct access to Canada's payment rails as the Real-Time Rail nears, with six firms set to seek participation in 2026.
Global Payments to add Interac Konek to Canada network
Canadian merchants will gain a lower-cost bank-based checkout option as Global Payments broadens payments choice across thousands of sites nationwide.
Canadians say technology speeds work but adds digital toil
Canadians are increasingly frustrated by notifications, app switching and information overload, even as three-quarters say technology speeds their work.
Real-time rail payments bring Canada into hold-free economy
Consumers and businesses will be able to move money in seconds outside banking hours when Payments Canada launches the RTR next quarter.
Editor Interviews
Conversations with technology leaders, founders and operators.
Quantum computers aren't here yet. But the data threat is
Hackers are already stockpiling encrypted data for Q-Day, when quantum machines could break RSA and ECC in minutes.
Tue, 9th Jun 2026
New Zealand 'ingenuity' driving Lightspeed's global success
Auckland's engineers are shaping Lightspeed's products worldwide, as the company expands AI tools and keeps key leadership in New Zealand.
Fri, 5th Jun 2026
AI-powered PropTech listed by Toronto broker Peter Torkan
Toronto-based AI PropTech platform lists top realtor Peter Torkan as it expands its real estate marketplace and agent network across the city.
Wed, 3rd Jun 2026
Lütke, MacDonald: AI will create jobs in T.O we can't foresee
Toronto could soon see driverless vehicles on its streets as Uber pushes for federal rules and partners to launch them locally.
Thu, 28th May 2026
Expert Opinions
More opinions →
The working capital hiding on warehouse shelves
Heavy industry sites can free up cash by tackling slow, obsolete spares that inflate inventory and distort balance sheets.
2 days ago
The next eCommerce interface may not be a screen
AI agents could soon handle shopping, payments and support in the background, forcing businesses to strengthen trust as screens fade from view.
9 days ago
Banking's channel problem is really an accountability problem
Customers are forced to repeat themselves as banks split branch, app and call centre teams, leaving hand-offs poorly owned and journeys broken.
9 days ago
Some AI risks more subtle than others
14 days ago
From Clipboard to Cloud: Why manual temperature checks are a food ...
23 days ago
The Hidden Data Quality Risks of Holding Data for Too Long
28 days ago
Why Email and Phone Append Matter for Prescreen Campaigns
30 days ago
Latest News
More news →
MIT & Mecalux launch AI course for supply chain leaders
The two-day programme aims to help senior executives turn AI experiments into practical supply chain projects, from warehousing to forecasting.
Noah raises USD $38 million to scale stablecoin payments
The seed round will fund a New York office and expansion across 150 markets as businesses shift to stablecoin-based cross-border payments.
Agoda promotes Kris Suebjaklap to Senior Vice President and Global Marketing Chief
The promotion hands a decade-long Agoda veteran control of brand and performance marketing as the travel platform leans further into AI and local campaigns.
Avanade urges firms to use AI to remake business models
Most firms are still using AI for efficiency, but Avanade says only 17% have redesigned their operating model around it.
Our Editorial Team
Every story is shaped by real people: journalists, editors and contributors.
Donovan Jackson
Interview Editor
Fascinated by the technology industry after a visit to a Computer Faire in 1998, Donovan Jackson first worked as a public relations consultant for enterprise software and hardware distribution companies in 2000, then as a journalist for IDG-affiliated channel and trade publications, and as a producer of commercial content as an agency owner through the 2000s and 2010s. He has served as ITBrief editor in the last days of the printed magazine, and has a long association with TechDay as a contributor to special projects. Donovan has wide interests spanning technology, philosophy, bicycles, literature, psychology, motorcycles, travel, geography, history, general knowledge, and various combinations of these and other subjects.
Jake MacAndrew
Interview Editor
Jake MacAndrew started off writing breaking news hits in his early days as a journalist. Since those late nights on the pulse for local breakthroughs, he has written stories on many topics, from cybersecurity education in Ukraine to the investment potential of fine wines. With each story Jake writes, no matter the topic, in-depth and accurate reporting is key.
Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin
News Editor
A passionate gamer with a strong love for manga, webtoons, and binge-worthy series. With one year of professional experience in editing and publishing, bringing a sharp editorial eye and a deep appreciation for storytelling, focusing on creating and refining content that connects with modern audiences.
%201.webp)
Karen Joy Bacudo
Finance Editor
Karen wears two hats with us, balancing her role as an editor while assisting with our finances and accounting. This means she has her finger on the pulse whether its writing content or reconciling numbers. On both sides she brings the same level of accuracy and precision.
Mara Sugue
News Editor
Mara is a writer and editor from Manila with a background in the social sciences. Her work in writing and editorial has taken her across a range of subjects, and it's this variety that keeps her interested in what she does. Outside of work, she can usually be found with a book, planning her next trip or at the climbing gym.
Analyst Insights
Industry research and analysis from leading firms.
Smartsheet named Gartner leader as it expands AI tools
The ranking bolsters Smartsheet's pitch to big companies as it adds governed AI tools that support more than 100 million requests a year.
Today
Advise names Matthew Peat as Chief Category & Growth Officer
His appointment comes as consumer goods suppliers seek better visibility on sales, inventory and customer data across fragmented retail networks.
4 days ago
MongoDB launches Atlas Agent Engine for production AI
Customers can now run AI agents with built-in memory and governance as MongoDB tries to move them from pilots into daily use.
Last week
Abbyy names Paula Sanders Chief Customer Experience Officer
The restructure aims to cut handoffs between sales, support and implementation as software buyers demand clearer ownership after purchase.
Last week