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Gavin Foss is the editor-in-chief at Tech Forum, covering the Canadian technology landscape with a focus on AI and emerging technologies. His technical depth and industry connections make him one of Canada's most respected tech journalists.
111 articles
GPT-6 Astra, the iPhone Duo, a complete fruit fly connectome, and $6.13B in AI funding in 48 hours: every major story from tech's most eventful week, with the numbers that matter.
Gavin Foss / September 12, 2026
RBCx Growth Fund I funding initiative in Toronto spearheads a substantial USD 1.4 billion venture to support and elevate Canadian tech champions.
Gavin Foss / September 11, 2026
The US government filed its first-ever brief in an AI copyright case, siding with OpenAI. A term-by-term count shows the argument is doctrine, not geopolitics - China is never mentioned.
Gavin Foss / September 2, 2026
Tim Cook's last day as Apple CEO is August 31. John Ternus takes over September 1 — eight days before the iPhone 18 and foldable iPhone event.
Gavin Foss / August 31, 2026
Jetty Montreal AI infrastructure funding details the May 6, 2026 pre-seed raise in Montreal, with investor lines and ecosystem context.
Gavin Foss / August 26, 2026
Canada trained Hinton, Bengio and Sutskever, then sold the AlexNet team to Google for $44M in 2013. Thirteen years and billions later, it still funds the half of the pipeline that captures no value.
Gavin Foss / August 24, 2026
Miles Brundage’s call for AI audits overlaps with AVERI’s mission. Its OpenAI ties and disclosures show what independence must require.
Gavin Foss / August 22, 2026
Mila and Anthropic announced a partnership to provide Mila's research community access to Anthropic's Claude models, aiming to advance responsible AI…
Gavin Foss / August 22, 2026
Zenbu Labs' terminal-code renders real VS Code as a pane in your terminal via code-server and the kitty graphics protocol. How tode works, and where it breaks.
Gavin Foss / August 19, 2026
Anthropic says a research version of Claude raised the Riemann zeta critical-line bound from 41.6% to 67.2%, weeks after Claude Fable 5 disproved the Jacobian conjecture.
Gavin Foss / August 10, 2026
A Paris foundry spent about $1 million of its own money on a fifty-foot bronze Prometheus and gave it to SpaceX's Starbase uncommissioned. The sculptor is the patron, which inverts how monuments get built.
Gavin Foss / August 10, 2026
A vacation rental pool is the listing hero photo and nobody skims it between the cleaning service and check-in. The case for automating the surface as rental infrastructure.
Gavin Foss / August 7, 2026
Explore a detailed, data-driven update on Dominion Dynamics' Series A funding and its significant implications for Arctic defense technology advancements.
Gavin Foss / August 7, 2026
Kimi K3 scores 55.4 against GPT-5.6 Sol's 57.2. The open-weight gap is now 1.8 points, and Cohere's Command A+ shows why that is no longer the number that matters.
Gavin Foss / August 5, 2026
Discover a neutral, data-driven update on AI's role in Agriculture Tech across Canadian tech hubs: Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, and Waterloo.
Gavin Foss / August 1, 2026
Neutral, data-driven look at quantum-safe encryption adoption in Canadian enterprise software and its market implications.
Gavin Foss / July 30, 2026
AI-powered urban biodiversity monitoring in Canada delivers data-driven insights for resilient cities and healthier urban ecosystems.
Gavin Foss / July 23, 2026
Explore a neutral, data-driven analysis of the Canadian cloud landscape tailored for AI workloads across Canadian tech hubs across the nation.
Gavin Foss / July 22, 2026
Summer electricity rates peak just as pool equipment works hardest. A solar-first robotic skimmer flips that math.
Gavin Foss / July 22, 2026
Satellite Imagery and AI for Urban Resilience in Canada's Corridor Cities 2026 signals a data-driven push for safer, smarter urban planning.
Gavin Foss / July 14, 2026
A data-driven update on Digital Twin Adoption in Canadian Manufacturing Across Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, and Waterloo (2026), with trends and implications.
Gavin Foss / July 11, 2026
Explore Giesecke+Devrient's Montreal Mila AI hub news and detailed analysis on secure AI initiatives and advancements at the Mila institute.
Gavin Foss / July 9, 2026
Cross-Corridor AI cybersecurity threat intelligence sharing in Canada corridors 2026: a data-driven, neutral analysis of new regional collaboration.
Gavin Foss / July 5, 2026
News analysis on Indigenous data sovereignty and AI governance in Canada's four corridors across Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, and Waterloo.
Gavin Foss / July 4, 2026
A data-driven update on Sector-Specific AI funding trajectories across Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, and Waterloo in 2026.
Gavin Foss / June 25, 2026
Explore a comprehensive data-driven report on AI for Climate Risk Analytics spanning Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, and Waterloo in 2026.
Gavin Foss / June 24, 2026
Explore a data-driven analysis of AI adoption trends among Canadian SMEs across four key corridors leading up to the year 2026.
Gavin Foss / June 22, 2026
Sanofi Toronto AI Center of Excellence expansion, detailed by Tech Forum, is backed by a significant CA$294 million investment.
Gavin Foss / June 21, 2026
A practical guide to thesis defense slides — IMRaD structure, citations, committee Q&A prep, and how AI academic presentation makers help build a dissertation defense deck.
Gavin Foss / June 20, 2026
In-depth, data-driven analysis of MLOps maturity levels across Canada's four major corridors, focusing on deployment readiness by 2026.
Gavin Foss / June 20, 2026
The 5 most stylish executives in tech in 2026 — from Jensen Huang's leather jacket and Sam Altman's quiet luxury to San Francisco founder Quanlai Li's polished look.
Gavin Foss / June 18, 2026
Neutral, data-driven view of PropTech AI adoption in Canada corridors (Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, Waterloo) 2026 and market implications.
Gavin Foss / June 18, 2026
RBC's Vancouver AI hub expansion advances growth and innovation in artificial intelligence across cloud computing, cybersecurity, and data analytics.
Gavin Foss / June 17, 2026
News analysis on Open Data Marketplaces for AI Enablement Across Canada's Corridor Cities (Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, Waterloo) 2026.
Gavin Foss / June 14, 2026
Inside the cold-chain logistics, route optimization, and direct-to-consumer technology powering Singapore's premium online grocers — and what the rest of the world can learn.
Gavin Foss / June 11, 2026
Comprehensive data-driven analysis of the AI patent landscape across Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, and Waterloo in 2026.
Gavin Foss / June 8, 2026
Office files keep getting bigger while email limits stay frozen in 2004. A new generation of client-side compression tools is fixing the mismatch — without uploading your files anywhere.
Gavin Foss / June 5, 2026
Explore a data-driven analysis of AI startup exits and M&A trends throughout Canada’s four pivotal corridors in the year 2026.
Gavin Foss / June 5, 2026
Neutral, data-driven analysis on Open Data Initiatives & AI Innovation Corridors (Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, Waterloo) 2026 and their impact.
Gavin Foss / June 4, 2026
Neutral, data-driven coverage of the quantum-ready cloud strategy for Canadian enterprises 2026 and its implications for policy and business.
Gavin Foss / May 24, 2026
Neutral and data-driven update on Canada's cybersecurity talent development corridors for 2026, highlighting growth and strategic progress.
Gavin Foss / May 18, 2026
Explore a detailed data-driven analysis of Inclusive AI and accessibility advancements across Canada's four tech corridors in 2026.
Gavin Foss / May 16, 2026
Discover a data-driven briefing on Green AI infrastructure, focusing on Canada's four corridors project for 2026 and the SCIP rollout plan.
Gavin Foss / May 15, 2026
Explore AI IP Strategy Canada 2026 and its impact on ownership, governance, and sovereign compute capacity in the evolving Canadian landscape.
Gavin Foss / May 9, 2026
AI Tools for Medical Presentations Canada Tech guide for clinicians, educators, and journalists. Practical insights for Canadian healthcare communications.
Gavin Foss / May 8, 2026
Explore Indigenous data sovereignty and AI ethics in Canada's 2026 tech hubs, highlighting OCAP, CARE, and governance in Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, Waterloo.
Gavin Foss / May 4, 2026
AI-powered supply chain resilience across Canada’s four tech corridors (Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, Waterloo) 2026 — data-driven sector update.
Gavin Foss / May 2, 2026
Tech Forum analyzes Canadian SaaS picks AI presentation tools 2026 with trends, top tools, and practical guidance for Canadian businesses.
Gavin Foss / April 30, 2026
Experience a comprehensive, data-driven analysis of quantum computing lab-to-market translation in Canada 2026 and its significant impact on industry.
Gavin Foss / April 27, 2026
Get a data-driven update on mid-market cloud ERP adoption trends in Canada for 2026 across Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, and Waterloo regions.
Gavin Foss / April 25, 2026
Explore a data-driven analysis of Open-source AI ecosystems in Canada by 2026, focusing on Toronto, Montreal, and surrounding regions.
Gavin Foss / April 23, 2026
Explore Canada's cloud-native data mesh adoption by 2026 with insights into policy shifts, industry activity, and evolving market momentum.
Gavin Foss / April 22, 2026
Explore a comprehensive, data-driven snapshot of Canada's 2026 AI research landscape, highlighting key hubs, significant funding, and strong collaboration.
Gavin Foss / April 19, 2026
Neutral, data-driven analysis of open banking and API economy Canada 2026 and its impact on fintech, SMB lending, and digital Payments.
Gavin Foss / April 15, 2026
Discover how to seamlessly merge multiple PowerPoint presentations efficiently with practical step-by-step guides, useful tips, and essential tools.
Gavin Foss / April 15, 2026
In-depth, neutral, data-driven update on Canadian fintech funding in 2026, highlighting key deals, momentum, and significant market implications.
Gavin Foss / April 14, 2026
AI in Canadian healthcare 2026 explores regulatory shifts, increased funding, and new deployments actively shaping Canada's health tech landscape.
Gavin Foss / April 11, 2026
A data-driven look at cloud computing trends Canada 2026 shaping enterprise adoption, sovereignty, and AI infrastructure.
Gavin Foss / April 9, 2026
An essential guide to AI regulatory compliance software biopharma Canada for safer data governance, regulatory alignment, and responsible innovation in Canada.
Gavin Foss / April 9, 2026
Data-driven update on AI lab-to-market collaboration in Canada 2026, with policy context, funding pathways, and market implications.
Gavin Foss / April 6, 2026
Explore a comprehensive, data-driven update on Canadian sovereign cloud 2026, including budgets, proposals, and growing industry momentum.
Gavin Foss / March 28, 2026
Data-driven update on multi-cloud adoption in Canadian enterprises 2026, trends, ROI, governance, and sovereignty insights.
Gavin Foss / March 27, 2026
Explore a neutral, data-driven analysis of sustainable data center trends in Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal, and Waterloo for the year 2026.
Gavin Foss / March 22, 2026
A deep dive into chatslide ai content creation technology slides video and its impact on Canada’s tech scene and content strategy.
Gavin Foss / March 22, 2026
Tech Forum explores Michelin Key Hotels Technology Digital Hospitality Innovation and its impact on guest experiences in Canada and beyond.
Gavin Foss / March 22, 2026
Data-driven, neutral report on the latest trends, deployments, and future outlook of the edge computing market in Canada by 2026.
Gavin Foss / March 20, 2026
Neutral, data-driven coverage of the Canadian startup funding landscape 2026, highlighting grants, tax incentives, and venture capital trends.
Gavin Foss / March 18, 2026
Canada quantum computing startup ecosystem 2026 (Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, Waterloo)—data-driven look at hubs, funding, and policy momentum.
Gavin Foss / March 16, 2026
A comprehensive data-driven analysis on Canadian AI policy and regulation in 2026, highlighting its significant impact on industry and governance sectors.
Gavin Foss / March 10, 2026
This news analysis covers Canadian cloud computing data sovereignty and multi-cloud adoption 2026, with policy updates and market trends.
Gavin Foss / March 9, 2026
Explore a comprehensive, data-driven briefing on Canadian fintech funding trends for 2026 across key innovation hubs and policy developments.
Gavin Foss / March 7, 2026
Waterloo enterprise software GTM playbook 2026 analyzed through data-driven insights on Waterloo's startup ecosystem and market trends.
Gavin Foss / March 6, 2026
Neutral, data-driven analysis of the Toronto startup funding landscape 2026, detailing funding trends, rounds, and policy impacts.
Gavin Foss / March 6, 2026
Neutral, data-driven update on Vancouver cybersecurity and privacy tech 2026, highlighting market trends, startups, and policy context.
Gavin Foss / March 5, 2026
Explore Canada's cloud computing adoption by 2026 with data-driven insights on public sector trends, enterprise shifts, and their implications.
Gavin Foss / March 5, 2026
Neutral, data-driven update on the Montreal AI commercialization fund 2026 and the Venture Scientist Fund launched by Mila and Inovia.
Gavin Foss / March 4, 2026
Shakudo Toronto secures US$7M in AI funding for 2026 to boost AI infrastructure and support its ambitious global expansion initiatives.
Gavin Foss / March 4, 2026
Explore a data-driven analysis of Waterloo AI talent trends in 2026 that are crucially shaping and defining the regional tech workforce landscape.
Gavin Foss / March 3, 2026
Neutral, data-driven analysis of Toronto AI startup funding 2025-2026, profiling rounds, programs, and implications for enterprise AI adoption.
Gavin Foss / March 2, 2026
A data-driven report on Next AI Toronto Montreal 2026 cohorts, detailing program timelines, locations, and expected impact.
Gavin Foss / March 2, 2026
Neutral, data-driven update on Toronto AI chip startup Taalas funding Feb 2026, detailing the announcement, implications, and milestones.
Gavin Foss / February 27, 2026
Explore news analysis on the CIFAR AI Chairs funding expiration in 2026 and its potential implications for Canada's AI leadership and future.
Gavin Foss / February 27, 2026
Get a neutral, data-driven update on the progress of Canadian AI hardware and cloud startups in 2026, focusing on market dynamics and trends.
Gavin Foss / February 27, 2026
Data-driven coverage of Canadian startup funding 2026 fintech cybersecurity, highlighting growth, hotspots, and near-term outlook.
Gavin Foss / February 21, 2026
Explore a comprehensive, data-driven look into the AI research ecosystem in Toronto, Montreal, and Waterloo in 2026, highlighting funding, labs, and talent.
Gavin Foss / February 21, 2026
Explore how Mila, IVADO, and CIFAR drive commercialization in Montreal's AI research ecosystem through a detailed data-driven analysis.
Gavin Foss / February 18, 2026
Waterloo cloud computing enterprise software 2025-2026: a data-driven look at funding, partnerships, and market momentum.
Gavin Foss / February 18, 2026
Get neutral, data-driven insights on NEXT AI Toronto Montreal 2026 expansion plans and their significant impact on emerging AI startups.
Gavin Foss / February 18, 2026
In-depth report on Reco cybersecurity funding Canada 2026, detailing a $30M Series B and Canada's broader cybersecurity finance landscape.
Gavin Foss / February 18, 2026
Explore a data-driven analysis of Montreal and Vancouver FinTech funding in 2026, highlighting regional impacts, momentum, and emerging trends.
Gavin Foss / February 18, 2026
News on Mila Montreal responsible AI Summer School 2026 as it shifts venue to Mexico City, broadening global participation.
Gavin Foss / February 18, 2026
Neutral, data-driven update on the NEXT AI program 2026 Toronto Montréal and its impact on Canada’s AI founder pipeline.
Gavin Foss / February 18, 2026
Explore a data-driven analysis of Montréal Scale AI investments in 2025 Québec and their significant impact on the province's thriving AI ecosystem.
Gavin Foss / February 18, 2026
Data-driven trend analysis of Toronto AI enterprise software funding 2025-26 and its impact on local startups and enterprise buyers.
Gavin Foss / February 18, 2026
News update on ALL IN 2026 Montréal AI event, Canada’s largest AI conference in Montreal uniting researchers, industry, and policymakers.
Gavin Foss / February 18, 2026
Discover insightful, data-driven trend analysis of Waterloo's fintech cybersecurity startups in 2026, exploring their evolving ecosystem growth.
Gavin Foss / February 18, 2026
Explore data-driven analysis of Toronto AI startup funding momentum in 2026 and its critical implications for investors and emerging startups.
Gavin Foss / February 18, 2026
Explore a neutral, data-driven update on the 2026 expiry of AI chairs funding in Canada, alongside strong calls for renewal and continuation efforts.
Gavin Foss / February 18, 2026
Cohere's substantial funding boost in 2025 marks a significant step for Toronto's AI sector, enhancing Canada's enterprise-grade AI capabilities.
Gavin Foss / February 18, 2026
Explore news and in-depth analysis of the Montreal AI Summit 2026, highlighting key outcomes, funding details, and its significant market impact.
Gavin Foss / February 18, 2026
Explore a neutral, data-driven update on the exciting collaboration of the Montreal LaSalle Sovereign AI Research Hub initiative today.
Gavin Foss / February 18, 2026
Data-driven analysis of Ontario AI talent scholarships shaping graduate programs and industry partnerships across Toronto and Ontario.
Gavin Foss / February 18, 2026
Get the latest neutral, data-driven update on Montreal's fintech ecosystem in 2025, showcasing key players, market trends, and developments.
Gavin Foss / February 18, 2026
A data-driven case study of Waterloo Palitronica NCC PASCAL 2025, detailing challenges, solutions, and measurable outcomes.
Gavin Foss / February 18, 2026
Explore a data-driven analysis of Vancouver's cybersecurity startup trends in 2026, focusing on funding, talent acquisition, and market impacts.
Gavin Foss / February 18, 2026
Explore a data-driven analysis of Montreal's 2026 fintech funding landscape, investor appetite, trending sectors, and startup momentum growth.
Gavin Foss / February 18, 2026
Gain comprehensive, data-driven insights into Canadian cloud computing in 2026, regional hubs, data sovereignty, and evolving market trends.
Gavin Foss / February 18, 2026
Data-driven analysis of Waterloo enterprise software growth 2026, exploring market forces, investments, and implications.
Gavin Foss / February 18, 2026
The Mila-Inovia Venture Scientist Fund 2026 propels Canada's AI research forward, striving for global leadership in AI startup innovation.
Gavin Foss / February 18, 2026
Tech Forum examines canadian semiconductor industry development, funding trends, and Canada's chip ecosystem for startups and enterprises.
Gavin Foss / February 10, 2026
A detailed guide to Canadian AI startups funding 2026, with insights on government programs, VC trends, and what it means for Canada's tech ecosystem.
Gavin Foss / February 10, 2026