3 h. ago AI now an ‘expectation’ at Shopify, will factor into performance reviews, hiring: CEO

Shopify Inc. is doubling down on artificial intelligence with a series of new policies that will make the technology a “fundamental expectation” for all staff by embedding it into everything from performance reviews to product development. A memo released by CEO Tobi Lutke urged the Ottawa-based e-commerce software company’s staff not already treating AI like […]

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4 h. ago U.S. hits Canada lumber with 34% duties even before Trump tariffs

(Bloomberg) — The U.S. is poised to more than double duties on Canadian softwood lumber to 34.45%, putting more pressure on US materials costs even before President Donald Trump places any new tariffs on the sector. The U.S. currently levies countervailing and anti-dumping duties totaling 14.4%, a level that was set last year. Those are […]

Economics

5 h. ago NIQ Signs Definitive Agreement to Acquire Gastrograph AI Further Enhancing CPG Innovation Through AI

NIQ’s ecosystem of data, insights, and human intelligence provides mission critical views of global consumer shopping behavior Gastrograph AI will be the latest enhancement to NIQ’s AI-powered tech platform driving CPG innovation With this acquisition, CPG companies will have access to one of the world’s most comprehensive databases on sensory perception, alongside sophisticated AI models […]

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5 h. ago Bitget Launches Bitget Onchain to Give CEX Users Early Access to Promising On

VICTORIA, Seychelles, April 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) —  Bitget, the leading cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 company, unveils Bitget Onchain — a groundbreaking innovation that bridges the best of CEX and DEX. By combining the speed, security, and simplicity of centralized platforms with direct access to emerging on-chain assets, Bitget Onchain redefines how users discover and […]

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5 h. ago These Ontario companies were named among best places to work in Canada for 2025

The 2025 list of the Best Workplaces in Canada just dropped, and if you're currently on the hunt for a new job, you might want to check out these companies that were recognized for offering outstanding employee experiences and perks. Great Place to Work officially unveiled the list on Monday and highlighted workplaces across the country whose "employees trust the people they work for, have pride in the work they do, and enjoy the people they work with." To be eligible for the list, organizations must be Great Place to Work Certified in the past year, and organizations with 100 or more employees must also complete a "culture audit" questionnaire. Here are the best workplaces in Ontario for 2025, according to the list. Under 100 employees PureLogic IT Solutions, Ottawa Oppono Lending Company, Markham Isaac Operations Ltd., TorontoiFathom Corp., OttawaSklar Wilton & Associates, TorontoSensei Labs Inc., TorontoCraft Public Relations, TorontoGibralt...

Economics

5 h. ago Double feature of Bluebeard's Castle and Gianni Schicchi show Calgary Opera at its best

  Calgary Opera’s final offering of its 2024/2025 season consists of a double bill that contains some interesting coincidences and contrasts. By way of coincidences, these two one-act operas, Bartók’s Bluebeard’s Castle and Puccini’s Gianni Schicchi, both received their first performances in the same year: 1918. However, Puccini’s opera was to be his last fully […]

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5 h. ago At Milan Design Week 2025 Lavazza Unveils Tablì, the Future Made of 100% Coffee

THE GROUP’S REVOLUTIONARY NEW PRODUCT STARS IN ‘SOURCE OF PLEASURE’, THE INSTALLATION BY JULIANA LIMA VASCONCELLOS MILAN — At Milan Design Week 2025, with the Source of Pleasure installation created in partnership with Brazilian architect and designer Juliana Lima Vasconcellos, Lavazza Group presents a preview of Tablì, the innovative system offering a new ‘100% coffee’ […]

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7 h. ago Graco Unveils Enhancements to the QUANTM Electric Double Diaphragm Pump Line

New Range Addresses Key Industry Challenges with 480V Input Power and XTREME TORQUE™ (XT™) Motor Technology MINNEAPOLIS — Graco Inc. (NYSE: GGG), a leading manufacturer of fluid handling equipment, today announced the expansion of its field-proven QUANTM™ line. This latest release signifies Graco’s ongoing commitment to meet evolving customer needs and empower automated operations. Adoption […]

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7 h. ago Will new Mega Million odds make you a jackpot winner? Don’t get your hopes up

DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Lottery players are going to have a shot at more billion-dollar jackpots and slightly better odds under new Mega Millions rules that go into effect with Tuesday’s drawing. But the improvements come at a cost — literally: Players will have to shell out $5 per ticket, more than double the […]

Economics

8 h. ago Panic Monday: Wall Street follows global markets sharply lower as Trump doubles down on tariffs

Wall Street is pointing toward major losses Monday, following enormous declines last week, as fears mount that U.S. tariffs announced by President Donald Trump will slow global economic growth. European and Asian shares are tumbling sharply, while the leading U.S. index briefly flirted with bear market territory before the opening bell. Oil prices sank again, […]

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8 h. ago Stocks are making wild swings as markets try to assess the potential damage from Trump’s trade war

NEW YORK (AP) — Stocks are sharply swinging down, up, then down again on Wall Street as markets try to assess the potential damage from President Donald Trump’s global trade war. The Dow Jones Industrial Average briefly erased a morning loss of 1,700 points, shot up more than 800 points, then went back to a […]

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13 h. ago Lumissil’s Green PHY Solution Selected to Support Arrow Electronics in the new EVSE Reference Design Project

MILPITAS, Calif., April 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Lumissil Microsystems, an analog/mixed-signal solution provider, has been selected by Arrow Electronics to support their new Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) reference design, aimed at simplifying development and accelerating time to market for ISO 15118-compliant charging solutions. The reference design integrates the CG5317 Green PHY modem from […]

Events

22 h. ago Raptors rookie Jonathan Mogbo has best game in road win over hapless Brooklyn Nets

First double-double for fill-in centre, plus seven assists.

Transport

29 h. ago Liberals widen lead to double digits over Tories in Canada election: poll

The Liberals now lead the Conservatives by 12 points as the federal election campaign enters its third week, according to an Ipsos poll conducted exclusively for Global News.

Politics

36 h. ago Ikea Monkey’s Ontario home seeking help following ice storm damage

The Story Book Farm Primate Sanctuary, home of the Ikea Monkey, is seeking financial help after an ice storm knocked out power and stopped its electric water pump.

Events

40 h. ago Nos impressions sur le doublé Heart et Cheap Trick lors du passage de la tournée «Royal Flush» au Centre Vidéotron

Heart et une Ann Wilson moins en voix ont revisité leurs époques rock et commerciales lors du passage de la formation dans la Vieille Capitale.

Culture

44 h. ago Australian Leader Unveils $1.4 Billion Plan to Reduce Power Bills

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese pledged to slash household energy bills with a A$2.3 billion ($1.4 billion) plan to lower the price of home batteries, as his center-left government focuses on cost-of-living pressures ahead of the May 3 election.

Politics

48 h. ago Canada Warns Residents Their Phones May Be Searched at US Border

The Canadian government issued a new warning for travelers entering the US, saying they should “expect scrutiny” at the border and that their phones and other electronic devices may be searched.

Technology

49 h. ago Canada updates U.S. travel advice, reminding Canadians that electronic devices can be searched

The government says expect heightened scrutiny at the border and that if you are denied entry you could be detained.

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49 h. ago Canadians warned their electronic devices can be searched as new travel advisory issued

The government says expect heightened scrutiny at the border and that if you are denied entry you could be detained.

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