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Mila is a research institute and innovation hub focused on advancing artificial intelligence from the lab into real-world impact. Stories under this tag explore how Mila collaborates with industry, investors and policymakers to turn strong AI research foundations into thriving startup ecosystems and practical applications.
By reading Mila-tagged articles, you’ll gain insight into how AI research organizations are shaping investment priorities, influencing venture capital flows and advocating for the infrastructure needed to scale cutting-edge ideas. These stories highlight the strategies, partnerships and policy recommendations that can help transform scientific advances in AI into sustainable companies and long-term economic value.
Softonic issues guide to avoid scams in festive sales
Tue, 9th Dec 2025
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firewalls
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data protection
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vpns
Softonic issues festive-season guide warning of rising scams in fake shops, apps and delivery messages as online bargain hunting surges.
VC compensation climbs, yet some gender gaps remain
Tue, 9th Dec 2025
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venture capital
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parental leave
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pd
Median pay in Canadian venture capital rises, narrowing regional gaps, but senior roles still show a gender pay gap despite gains for women at junior levels.
Xero rolls out AI bank reconciliation with JAX tool
Mon, 8th Dec 2025
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digital transformation
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fintech
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financial systems
Xero launches global beta of JAX-powered bank reconciliation, promising to auto-match over 80% of statement lines in real time.
HP predicts surge in AI-driven cyber threats & cookie theft by 2026
Sat, 6th Dec 2025
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mfa
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iot security
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mdm
HP warns of rising AI-driven cyber threats by 2026, including increased cookie theft and attacks on device and identity security in organisations.
Orgvue unveils Henshaw AI to transform workforce planning
Sat, 6th Dec 2025
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martech
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cdp
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erp
Orgvue launches Henshaw AI to automate workforce planning, cutting months of data work to minutes and aiding firms like Salesforce in redesign efforts.
UK sees world's highest Black Friday growth led by loyalty spend
Fri, 5th Dec 2025
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cx
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martech
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ai
UK saw the highest global Black Friday growth at 16%, driven by loyalty spend, AI tools, and personalised retail experiences, outpacing US and ANZ markets.
Data-driven approach saves USD $135 million in data centres
Fri, 5th Dec 2025
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devops
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hyperscale
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dc
XYZ Reality's platform saved USD $135 million and recovered 408 days across seven data centre projects for a global operator in six countries.
Aisuru botnet drives record surge in DDoS attacks worldwide
Fri, 5th Dec 2025
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firewalls
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network security
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advanced persistent threat protection
The Aisuru botnet has caused a 54% surge in DDoS attacks, driving record highs in volume and targeting sectors from AI to automotive worldwide in Q3 2025.
Canadians embrace AI to plan smarter travel & stretch budgets
Fri, 5th Dec 2025
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risk & compliance
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ai
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millennials
Nearly half of Canadian travellers now use AI tools to plan trips, helping them avoid the US and stretch budgets amid rising costs and global uncertainties.
Retailers optimistic about AI but full deployment remains distant
Fri, 5th Dec 2025
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martech
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commerce systems
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supply chain
Over two-thirds of retailers expect agentic AI to boost efficiency by 2026, but only 8% have fully integrated it into their operations so far.
Exclusive: SecurEnvoy's Michael Downs on MFA gaps and rising attack risks
Thu, 4th Dec 2025
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data protection
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mfa
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advanced persistent threat protection
SecurEnvoy says flexible, phishing-resistant MFA is becoming essential as attackers increasingly exploit human error and regulatory pressure intensifies.
Generative AI platforms drive surge in digital discovery & sales
Wed, 3rd Dec 2025
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cx
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martech
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partner programmes
Generative AI platforms have boosted digital discovery and sales, with app downloads up 319% and AI referrals generating 1.1 billion visits in June 2025.
Ericsson & Spiideo launch mobile video for remote sports venues
Wed, 3rd Dec 2025
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digital entertainment
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ericsson
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streaming
Ericsson, Spiideo, and Westbase.io launch a portable SmartCam with mobile streaming, enabling high-quality sports broadcasts from remote or temporary venues without fixed internet.
CrowdStrike unveils instant cloud threat detection for hybrid systems
Tue, 2nd Dec 2025
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
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socs
CrowdStrike launches instant cloud threat detection for hybrid systems, cutting response times from minutes to seconds to combat AI-driven attacks.
A human revival: Will 2026 redefine work as we know it?
Sat, 29th Nov 2025
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data analytics
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hcm
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hybrid & remote work
In 2026, HR technology, blending AI, data, and culture, promises to transform work by making it more human, connected and measurable than ever before.
Up to 84% of GPU power wasted in growing multimodal AI sector
Fri, 28th Nov 2025
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power / energy
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ai
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alibaba
Up to 84% of GPU power is wasted in multimodal AI, causing major inefficiencies and costs as firms struggle with legacy infrastructure.
Canada's AI regulation that died: The story of AIDA
Tue, 25th Nov 2025
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data protection
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data privacy
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ai
Canada's Artificial Intelligence and Data Act, part of Bill C-27, died in 2025, leaving the country without dedicated AI regulation despite billions invested.
AMD unveils Instinct MI430X GPU to power next-gen supercomputers
Mon, 24th Nov 2025
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hyperscale
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dc
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power / energy
AMD has launched the Instinct MI430X GPU with 432GB HBM4 memory to power AI and HPC in next-gen supercomputers across the US and Europe.
AI halves banks' cloud migration downtime & cuts losses
Mon, 24th Nov 2025
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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cloud security
AI-led cloud migration cuts banking downtime by 45%, boosts transaction reliability and halves migration timelines, easing regulatory concerns.
Cybercriminals to weaponise AI & exploit open-source risks in 2026
Sat, 22nd Nov 2025
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malware
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ransomware
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devops
In 2026, cybercriminals will exploit AI tools and open-source vulnerabilities, escalating ransomware threats with both noisy and stealthy tactics.