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Radio-Canada | Info | A-la-une
« On n’est pas prêts » : des mesures de cybersécurité du DSN retardées après le lancement
« On va sortir les biscuits du four avant qu'ils soient cuits » dit un responsable du Dossier santé numérique.
Radio-Canada | Info | A-la-une
Des avions radar de la Suède ou des États-Unis pour protéger le Canada?
Le gouvernement veut une nouvelle flotte d’appareils de détection qui auront une forte composante canadienne.
Politique - Le Devoir
L’entente avec les médecins de famille est un «marché de dupes», selon les oppositions
Les omnipraticiens voient moins de patients, mais des patients plus payants, rapportait «Le Devoir».
Politique - Le Devoir
Cinq ex-ministres veulent que l’Association internationale des études québécoises soit sauvée
Le ministre des Relations internationales, Christopher Skeete, a mis fin au financement de l’organisation indépendante.
LaPresse.ca - Actualités
Désinformation | La Russie joue dans nos têtes… et nos référendums
Si la tendance se maintient, le Canada aura un automne chaud en débats sur la souveraineté.
LaPresse.ca - Actualités
Prochaine gouverneure générale du Canada | Ce que la nomination de Louise Arbour veut dire
Autant de compétence mise au service de si peu de pouvoir, cela ressemble presque à du gaspillage.
Montreal Gazette
CUPE National President to Visit Picket Lines Today
HALIFAX, NS — Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) National President Mark Hancock is set to visit picket lines in the Halifax area later today to offer support and solidarity to workers who’ve been on strike for 4 weeks. “Across Nova Scotia, the folks who look after our most vulnerable seniors are saying enough. Enough with low wages, enough with understaffing, enough with being told to carry a broken system on their backs,” said CUPE National President Mark Hancock. “Premier Houston: enough with the attacks on workers and seniors. Get back to the bargaining table and give these workers the fair deal they deserve.” His itinerary will include: The Admiral and White Hills Long Term Care Centres, and Maplestone Enhanced Care 30 Fairfax Dr, Halifax 10:30 AM St. Vincent’s Nursing Home 2080 Windsor St, Halifax 11:25 AM Glasgow Hall, Bisset Court, and Oceanview Continuing Care Centre 76 Baker Dr, Dartmouth 12:40 AM Magnolia Continuing Care Centre 416 Hwy 2, Enfield 2:30 PM :so/cope491 View source version on businesswire.com: Contacts For more information, please contact: Taylor Johnston CUPE Atlantic Communications Officer tjohnston@cupe.ca The post CUPE National President to Visit Picket Lines Today appeared first on Montreal Gazette.
Montreal Gazette
Unikie introduces its approach to AI-driven development
Unikie introduces UnikieMind, an agentic AI-platform for discovery and AI-driven software development to boost AI transformation within their clients and in the whole industry. Tampere, Finland, May 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Unikie, a technology and innovation company, continues to invest in artificial intelligence and showcase its expertise in creating physical AI solutions. Unikie maintains a distinct emphasis on embedded technologies and physical AI solutions. Now the company has developed practical, field-tested approach to demonstrate the tangible advantages of AI in software development processes, including those within safety-critical environments. Connecting cutting-edge technology with practical applications Artificial intelligence is moving into the physical world, into machines, vehicles, devices, where complex actions are taken locally and where decisions can’t wait. In a world with more than 28 million software developers, only a fraction are talented embedded developers ready to deliver. “Physical AI is the biggest transformation I can see now. However, there are not enough skilled embedded developers in the world to build efficiently Physical AI solutions for everyone who needs them,” says Juha Ala-Laurila, CEO, Unikie. AI is transforming every industry, and it is also the biggest shift in software development. AI-driven development requires a new way of building software. Unikie has adopted the latest AI development tools in embedded software engineering and its own physical AI product development, such as autonomous driving and drone development. With the use of latest AI software development tools, Unikie has gained a significant productivity leap in its own R&D projects. Concrete results have been achieved throughout the software development lifecycle – from coding acceleration and quality enhancements to process improvements and capability extensions. The company also guides its customers in their AI transformation journey and keeps them up to date on trends and the best development tools. Introducing the UnikieMind approach UnikieMind is an agentic platform to catalyst embedded software development. It is founded on the world’s largest and most recent commercial language models, specially customized using Unikie’s proven methods and knowledge gained from hundreds of complex customer projects. With UnikieMind, Unikie doesn’t only deliver an agentic AI platform but also shares its expertise and insights with clients, helping everyone stay informed about the latest developments in the field of AI. Seppo Kolari, Unikie’s Founder and GM USA, says: “Unikie is leading the way in the software engineering industry, which is experiencing a significant change due to the unprecedented speed of AI tool development. Our mission is to help customers with their physical AI solutions and act as trusted advisors on their AI journey. We are covering the embedded software development lifecycle from discovery and ideation to code generation, testing, optimization and maintenance. And bringing concrete results.” How to create value with Unikie and UnikieMind Unikie’s approach is to deliver talented, AI-native embedded software engineers to discover and solve business-critical pain points in software development. Together with UnikieMind agentic AI-platform, Unikie helps customers to upgrade their own software development productivity to a new level – enabled by the latest AI tools and Unikie’s expertise. UnikieMind Catalyst, part of the UnikieMind package, is a methodology-driven discovery and enablement package that is designed to help clients turn AI-native software development from concept into practice. Through hands-on collaboration with Unikie AI-Catalysts, clients can identify high-value use cases, define rapid proofs of concept, and explore how UnikieMind can accelerate delivery, improve software quality, and drive productivity gains across the full software development lifecycle – from requirements gathering and development to maintenance. An international AI player built on a robust foundation With more than ten years of experience, Unikie has established itself as a leader in developing advanced technologies for physical AI. The company’s expertise spans collaborations with some of the world’s largest automotive manufacturers, as well as innovations in smart drones and intelligent devices. Unikie’s global footprint is demonstrated through successful AI-driven projects, including autonomous driving solutions, drone systems, and sophisticated GPU/CPU optimization. These achievements highlight Unikie’s ability to deliver impactful, real-world AI applications to clients across industries worldwide. UnikieMind helps to further accelerate the AI transformation in software development. Attachments UnikieMind Agentic Platform Unikie Logo Elina Mansner Unikie Oy +358440447767 elina.mansner@unikie.com The post Unikie introduces its approach to AI-driven development appeared first on Montreal Gazette.
CBC | Canada News
Canada to pick between Swedish and U.S. radar planes to protect its skies
The government of Canada wants to quickly acquire half a dozen new "flying radars" — officially called Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) aircraft — at a cost of more than $5 billion.
CBC | Canada News
Quick service restaurants are taking a bigger hit as Canadians feel crunched by the cost of living
While restaurants of all kinds are feeling pinched, quick service restaurants are getting hit harder than higher-end ones, according to a report from Restaurants Canada. It's a signal of a K-shaped economy , where those with the most money can still shell out for a nice meal, but those with lower incomes have no option but to cut back.
CBC | World News
‘The rats are like a storm’: Palestinians seeking refuge in rubble struggle with rodent infestations
Palestinians living in tents amid the rubble in the Gaza Strip and aid groups trying to help them say rodent infestations have left them suffering from diseases and unsure how to cope.
CBC | World News
Trump pauses U.S. effort to guide vessels through Strait of Hormuz in bid to make deal with Iran
U.S. President Donald Trump says that he has paused the U.S. effort to guide stranded vessels out of the Strait of Hormuz to finalize an Iran deal.
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AI ‘accent masking’ at overseas call centres sparks union backlash in Canada
The practice is drawing scrutiny in Canada after labour representatives said at least one major telecommunications company may be using the accent technology with overseas agents.
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Canadians cheering on Canadiens in Stanley Cup bid
James Obenauer-Fossett may have an Edmonton Oilers tattoo on his shoulder, but for this playoff run the Habs have his allegiance.
BBC News
Trump says US to pause operation to guide vessels through Strait of Hormuz
"Project Freedom", which began on Monday, will be halted because progress has been made toward a deal with Iran, the US president says.
BBC News
Bowen: Strait of Hormuz standoff raises risk of US sliding back into all-out war
The US and Iran's determination to keep the pressure on each other has put the fragile Gulf ceasefire in serious jeopardy.
Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera
FIFA chief Infantino defends World Cup ticket prices
Eye-watering prices reflect demand to watch the World Cup in the US, Infantino says, amid criticism from fans.
Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera
US petrol prices 50 percent higher than before war on Iran
The average price of petrol in the United States has reached $4.48 per gallon, according to AAA.