Technology

B.C.-made exoskeletons could 'change the world' for the physically disabled

"The first time I walked with the exoskeleton was a jaw-dropping experience."

Nov 10, 2023 8:00 PM Read more >

Engineers Canada wants Alberta to reconsider change to rules around 'engineer' title

A group representing Canada's engineering profession is urging Alberta Premier Danielle Smith to reconsider a proposal that aims to loosen restrictions around who can use the "engineer" title.

Nov 10, 2023 5:22 PM Read more >

B.C. biotech Xenon partner abandons trials after Phase 2 failure

Xenon drug candidate failed to prove effective in treating epilepsy

Nov 10, 2023 9:45 AM Read more >

Vancouver's Dapper Labs fastest-growing Canadian tech firm despite NFT nosedive: Deloitte

B.C. company specializing in NFTs and blockchain had 16,910-per-cent revenue growth in prior years. The market for non-fungible tokens has floundered since then

Nov 9, 2023 1:50 PM Read more >

UNBC project advancing marine oil spill technology

Next-generation marine oil spill technology, could be placed on sea vessels, allowing for on-site decontamination.

Nov 9, 2023 12:52 PM Read more >

Rogers ahead of pace in cutting costs following Shaw merger

TORONTO — The chief executive of Rogers Communications Inc said the company is well ahead of schedule in its plans to cut costs around half a year into its $26-billion merger with Shaw.

Nov 9, 2023 8:32 AM Read more >

Think scam calls are bad now? Experts warn growing use of AI will make problem worse

TORONTO — Generative artificial intelligence is expected to drastically change the way phone scammers target potential victims, including the potential for them to tailor their attacks toward specific recipients.

Nov 8, 2023 12:08 PM Read more >

Telecoms must up network investments to meet growing demand for mobile data: report

TORONTO — While Canada’s largest telecom company is set to slash spending on its fibre network expansion, industry stakeholders say phone carriers will need to boost their network investments amid forecasts that data consumption could double by 2027.

Nov 7, 2023 1:49 PM Read more >

Why going dark makes sense for some struggling B.C. tech companies

Public markets continue to be bearish for tech stocks

Nov 7, 2023 1:12 PM Read more >

Ballard Power Systems reports Q3 loss, revenue up nearly 30% from year ago

VANCOUVER — Ballard Power Systems Inc. reported a larger loss in its latest quarter compared with a year ago despite a nearly 30 per cent rise in revenue. The fuel cell company, which keeps its books in U.S. dollars, says it lost US$62.

Nov 7, 2023 6:30 AM Read more >