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Zoho One unveils new integrations, AI tools & interface

Wed, 19th Nov 2025
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Zoho One launches enhanced UI, AI assistant Zia, and stronger integrations to simplify operations for small and medium-sized businesses.
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New MTP, KD Global pact eases EU SME expansion to US & Canada

Tue, 18th Nov 2025
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Meet The People and KD Global USA have teamed up to simplify market entry for European SMEs into the US and Canada with a unified service platform.
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Canadian SMBs lose growth due to tool overload & missed AI gains

Sat, 15th Nov 2025
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Canadian SMBs lose over a workday weekly using nine tools, missing CAD $178,000 in growth yearly; AI adoption boosted savings and strategic focus.
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PwC, Equinix and Xero weigh in on Liberal's Budget 2025

Thu, 6th Nov 2025
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Canada's federal budget backs AI infrastructure, data sovereignty, and consumer-driven banking, aiming to boost small businesses and drive economic growth.
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Leaders call for federal budget to prioritise SMBs, inclusive AI

Wed, 5th Nov 2025
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Canada's federal budget aims to boost digital growth with AI investment, support for small businesses, and initiatives empowering women in the tech workforce.
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Canadian small business owners struggle with fatigue & admin woes

Sat, 25th Oct 2025
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Over a third of Canadian small business owners question their dreams amid fatigue, financial admin woes, and the most unpredictable economy in a decade.
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Small businesses faster at fixing cyber flaws as AI risk grows

Fri, 24th Oct 2025
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Small businesses are remediating critical cyber vulnerabilities faster than larger firms amid rising AI-assisted cyber threats, reveals Intruder's 2025 report.
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Canadian SMEs hit AI adoption wall as skills & costs stall gains

Thu, 23rd Oct 2025
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Nearly half of Canadian SMEs use AI, but skill shortages and costs stall productivity gains, risking a two-speed digital economy, Sage research reveals.
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TA585 identified as key threat actor using advanced malware tools

Tue, 21st Oct 2025
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Proofpoint identifies TA585 as a cyber threat actor managing end-to-end attacks, deploying advanced malware like MonsterV2 to target finance firms globally.
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Wayflyer launches Hosted Capital to embed financing in apps

Fri, 17th Oct 2025
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Wayflyer launches Hosted Capital, enabling platforms to embed finance offers directly into apps, boosting revenue and easing access to funding for businesses.
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Devolutions acquires PowerShell Universal to boost IT automation

Fri, 17th Oct 2025
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Devolutions has acquired PowerShell Universal and welcomed its creator to enhance IT automation for SMBs and mid-market organisations globally.
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BDC & Community Futures launch $100M fund for rural businesses

Fri, 17th Oct 2025
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BDC and Community Futures have launched a $100m fund to boost financing and advisory support for rural businesses across Canada.
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Canada invests CAD $2.3 million in Manitoba AI innovation

Thu, 16th Oct 2025
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Canada commits funding to New Media Manitoba for AI integration, boosting digital innovation, job creation, and SME support in the province.
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SuiteWorld: Bero's blueprint for startups in a tough market

Thu, 9th Oct 2025
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Tom Holland's Bero brewery is thriving with an enterprise ERP from day one, proving tech foresight is key for startups in a challenging craft beer market.
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Employment Hero surpasses AUD $300 million ARR, eyes first profit

Thu, 9th Oct 2025
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Employment Hero surpasses AUD $300 million ARR and nears first profit, supporting 350,000 businesses with its integrated employment platform globally.
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EQ Bank launches digital account for small businesses

Thu, 9th Oct 2025
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EQ Bank unveils a digital banking suite for Canadian small businesses, with a focus on human-led customer service and low interest rates.
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Ecommpay & humm partner to boost UK retail finance for GBP £3,000

Thu, 9th Oct 2025
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Ecommpay teams up with humm to offer flexible finance up to GBP £3,000 for UK merchants, boosting sales in travel and high-value retail sectors.
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Venn launches online incorporation for Ontario businesses

Sat, 4th Oct 2025
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The Toronto-based company now offers Ontario entrepreneurs online incorporation, bundling business registration and banking in one seamless digital service.
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Zyxel Networks unveils six new WiFi 7 access points for SMEs

Thu, 2nd Oct 2025
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Zyxel Networks launches six affordable WiFi 7 access points for SMEs, expanding its portfolio to 13 models for diverse business environments.
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Pax8 appoints Tom Gavin to lead global marketing strategy & AI push

Thu, 2nd Oct 2025
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Pax8 has appointed Tom Gavin as Chief Marketing and Communications Officer to lead global marketing and advance its AI and managed intelligence initiatives.