56 m. ago Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance Names Simeon Seamer to Head Builder’s Risk in the U.S.

BOSTON — Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance (BHSI) today announced that it has appointed Simeon Seamer to lead its builder’s risk business in the U.S. in addition to his current role leading builder’s risk in the UK. “Sim has done a tremendous job building our UK builder’s risk business and brings a wealth of knowledge and […]

Economics

96 m. ago National Bank reports $997M Q1 profit, up from $922M a year earlier

MONTREAL — National Bank of Canada reported a first-quarter profit of $997 million, up from $922 million a year earlier, helped by strength in its wealth management and financial markets operations. The Montreal-based bank said Wednesday the profit amounted to $2.78 per diluted share for the quarter ended Jan. 31, up from $2.59 per diluted […]

Society

1 hour ago National Bank tops expectations as revenue rises across the board

Bank earns higher profits in wealth management and financial markets

Society

2 h. ago TELUS Digital Survey Reveals Enterprise Employees Are Entering Sensitive Data Into AI Assistants More Than You Think

57% of enterprise employees admit to entering high-risk information into publicly available generative AI assistants, exposing critical security gaps in enterprise AI usage Findings reveal a critical need for enterprise AI solutions that prioritize security, data sovereignty, and compliance to mitigate shadow AI risks VANCOUVER, British Columbia — Nearly seven out of 10 (68%) enterprise […]

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5 h. ago Media, telecom firms ask CRTC to ease up on regulation as they compete with streaming

OTTAWA — As the Canadian broadcast system is upended by streaming, old-school media and telecom companies say they’re struggling to compete and they want the country’s broadcast regulator to take a lighter touch. The Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) is holding consultations on how the Canadian broadcasting system can survive the shift away from […]

Economics

6 h. ago Mobileum Launches RAID 9: A Transformative Approach to Telecom Risk Management

Revolutionizing Collaboration Across Teams for Financial Assurance and Risk Mitigation in Telecom Operators CUPERTINO, Calif. — Mobileum Inc. (“Mobileum”), a leading global provider of analytics and network solutions, is thrilled to announce the release of RAID 9, the latest evolution of its industry-leading risk management platform. Building on the strong foundation of previous RAID versions, […]

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7 h. ago Elevating Road Safety and Autonomous Driving: LeddarTech to Demonstrate Innovative Solutions at Three Key European Events

QUEBEC CITY, Canada, Feb. 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — LeddarTech® Holdings Inc. (“LeddarTech”) (Nasdaq: LDTC), an automotive software company that provides patented disruptive AI-based low-level sensor fusion and perception software technology, LeddarVision™, for ADAS, AD and parking applications, is set to bring its transformative solutions to Europe. LeddarTech will participate in three key industry events […]

Economics

10 h. ago Xi Urges Officials to Stay Calm as US Raises Pressure on China

Chinese President Xi Jinping urged officials to stay composed amid domestic and global challenges, signaling Beijing will take a measured approach to the Trump administration’s new trade and investment restrictions.

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13 h. ago US Oil Steadies in the $60s as Dour Economic Sentiment Weighs

Oil in New York steadied after sinking back into the $60s-a-barrel range as a souring economic outlook threatened prospects for energy demand and spurred investors to shun risk assets including crude.

Economics

13 h. ago Alberta refining licensing requirements for addiction treatment providers

New Alberta legislation moves away from a one-size-fits-all approach to define three types of bed-based addiction services, including withdrawal management and intensive treatment.

Economics

13 h. ago Gangs launch another deadly attack on Haiti’s capital as dozens flee

PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti — Gangs launched a new attack on Haiti’s capital early Tuesday, killing an unknown number of civilians in what used to be a peaceful neighbourhood. The attack on Delmas 30 began before dawn, with gunfire echoing through the streets as people fled their homes in panic, some cradling babies or carrying elderly people […]

Events

15 h. ago Fired cybersecurity chief for Veterans Affairs site warns that health and financial data is at risk

BOSTON (AP) — Sensitive financial and health data belonging to millions of veterans and stored on a benefits website is at risk of being stolen or otherwise compromised, according to a federal employee tasked with cybersecurity who was recently fired as part of massive government-wide cuts. The warning comes from Jonathan Kamens, who led cybersecurity […]

Events

15 h. ago SmartStop Self Storage Launches Unique Art Contest to Celebrate Cities Across North America

LADERA RANCH, Calif. — SmartStop Self Storage REIT, Inc. (“SmartStop” or the “Company“), is thrilled to announce an exciting art contest inviting artists from across North America to create unique, city- or region-themed designs. SmartStop will select 15 winners whose artwork best represents one of 15 designated cities or regions in the U.S. and Canada. […]

Culture

16 h. ago Plan to 'transform' Calgary's public recreation approved by council

'A great quality of life involves having great recreational facilities,' said Mayor Jyoti Gondek after the 25-year GamePLAN was approved

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16 h. ago Tornado Infrastructure Equipment Announces New Products Launch and TSX Venture 50™ Recognition

CALGARY, Alberta, Feb. 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Tornado Infrastructure Equipment Ltd. (“Tornado”, the “Company”, “we” or “our”) (TSX-V: TGH; OTCQX: TGHLF) is pleased to announce the launch of new products and recognition in the TSX Venture 50™. New Products Launch Tornado unveiled its highly anticipated EF4 Tornado Hydrovac and Coring Machine at the WWETT Show […]

Economics

16 h. ago Ottawa just bought 500,000 ‘bird flu’ vaccines. Who is at risk?

Health Canada is aiming to cut the risk to front-line Canadians such as farm workers, vets and medical staff

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17 h. ago Real Spy Comics and UltiSim Inc. Join Forces to Bring Stories of Espionage and Covert Operations to Life in Graphic Novels and Games

Former spies and gaming veterans form groundbreaking partnership to deliver immersive, high-stakes experiences across multiple platforms TORONTO — UltiSim, a trailblazer in advanced simulation and computer gaming technologies, is partnering with newly-launched graphic novel and media company Real Spy Comics to bring real-life spy missions, special forces encounters, and undercover operations to audiences in dynamic […]

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18 h. ago Pilot allergic to spiders bitten during flight to Spain by stowaway tarantula

A pilot who suffered a suspected tarantula bite while flying from Germany to Spain managed to complete the fight and touch down safely. The Iberia Airlines flight was en route to Barajas Airport in Madrid from Dusseldorf Airport in Germany on Feb. 21 when the pilot was bitten. It is believed the tarantula, as described […]

Transport

18 h. ago Seven people, including teens, face charges after violent swarming in Downtown Edmonton

“Sadly, the 32-year-old male is unlikely to recover from his injuries, and he and his family will be managing the life-long impacts of this attack"

Events

18 h. ago Dividend Select 15 Corp. Financial Results to November 30, 2024

TORONTO, Feb. 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) —  Dividend Select 15 Corp. (“the Company”) announces that its annual financial statements and management report of fund performance for the year ended November 30, 2024 are now available on the Company’s website at www.dividendselect15.com and at www.sedarplus.com.  For further information, please contact Investor Relations at 416-304-4443, toll free at […]

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