Monthly Archives: October 2013

How Two Apps Are Keeping People Connected

Posted by & filed under app, national culture, Social Media.

Description: Two original app ideas have just been launched that are hoping to bring communities together. The first is an online neighbourhood watch program to report crime; and includes a direct link to the police. The second connects people to others in their specific neighbourhoods for problem solving and local advice. Source: cnet.com Date: October 10,… Read more »

BlackBerry Sees 10 Million Downloads of BBM for Android and iOS in First Day

Posted by & filed under app, bandwidth, Blackberry, business models, RIM, smartphones.

Description: Blackberry has finally launched its BBM app on Android and iOS platforms. The launch was a success but will it be able to keep up the momentum after the initial interest has worn off? Source: Techvibes Date: October 23, 2013 Within 24 hours of releasing BlackBerry Messenger for Google’s Android and Apple’s iOS, Waterloo-based smartphone pioneer… Read more »

Can AOL Compete in Video?

Posted by & filed under business models, Netflix, streaming video, video, YouTube.

Description: Once again AOL is attempting break into the online video market. With a handful of new acquisitions and launches, AOL is hoping for success this time around because online video is one of the strongest draws for people – and it’s a great way to increase engagement time, which translates almost directly into advertising time…. Read more »

Communitech Launches Data.Base, the World’s First Structured Big Data Ecosystem

Posted by & filed under Business Intelligence, Careers, data analytics, Data storage.

Description: The Federal Government and Communitech hope that a $6.4-million contribution into a new database containing Big Data from various industries will help grow southern Ontario’s economy. Source: Techvibes Date: August 13, 2013  Communitech has launched Data.Base, which it claims is the world’s first structured big data ecosystem. Data.Base, a collaboration amongst government, academia, and the private sector… Read more »

Federal Government: We Will Reduce Roaming Costs on Canadian Network

Posted by & filed under Competitive advantage, industry analysis, national culture, politics, wireless networks.

Description: Canadians are fully aware of the exorbitant wireless service fees they are charged every month, but now here’s some good news. The federal government intends to reduce costs – including roaming charges while outside of the country. Source: Techvibes Date: October 17, 2013  The Canadian government admits we as consumers pay a lot of money… Read more »

Totally Automated Japanese Restaurant Has Games & Prizes

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Description: The technology-driven Japanese culture has taken an interesting turn in which sushi restaurants are no longer requiring wait staff. No human contact and prizes to be won; lunch will never be the same! Source: Mashable Date: October 18, 2013 Usually, when entering a restaurant — even a sushi boat restaurant — you’re greeted by a… Read more »

Microsoft Reportedly Wants to Replace the Cookie

Posted by & filed under Analytics, data analytics, ethics, microsoft, Privacy, Security, Software, user habits.

Description: Microsoft is working on a tracking technology that would extend to mobile devices and gaming consoles, says AdAge. But will the cookie crumble away without a fight? One tech jounalist gives his opinion. Source: CNET Date: October 10, 2013   Microsoft may be aiming to replace the famous (or infamous) browser cookie with its own brand… Read more »

Canada’s Growing Tech Startup Hub In Kitchener-Waterloo To Be Profiled In New Documentary

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Description: Often considered the “Silicon Valley” of Canada, Ontario’s Kitchener-Waterloo is a growing hub for passionate entrepreneurs willing to work collaboratively. In the cut-throat world of startups, this article outlines a refreshing documentary soon to be released. Source: TechCrunch   Date: July 8, 2013     Canada has a strong and growing startup community, and one… Read more »