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Veniam, StarHub partner to create connected vehicle mesh network in Singapore, bolster Internet availability
November 21, 2016 by Canadian UnderwriterTech company Veniam has signed its first-ever collaboration agreement in Asia with info-communications provider StarHub to create a connected vehicle mesh network in Singapore by transforming thousands of connected vehicles into mobile Wi-Fi hotspots. Veniam’s aim “is to connect thousands…
BC Wildfire Service interactive map helps distinguish between registered, open burns and wildfires
November 18, 2016 by Canadian UnderwriterThe BC Wildfire Service is making an interactive map that displays details and locations for specific registered fires available on its website. Although wildfires are rare in British Columbia at this time of year, smoke from legal, registered open burns…
Two-thirds of global organizations not prepared to recover from cyberattacks: IBM and Ponemon Institute study
November 18, 2016 by Canadian UnderwriterTwo-thirds (66%) of respondents to a study conducted by the Ponemon Institute have reported that their organization is not prepared to recover from cyberattacks. Resilient, an IBM Company and sponsor of the report, and the Ponemon Institute, revealed the results…
Department of National Defence investigating possible hack of its recruiting site
November 18, 2016 Lee Berthiaume - THE CANADIAN PRESSOTTAWA – The federal government was unable to say Thursday whether any personal information of potential military recruits was stolen during what appears to have been a hack of a National Defence website. Public Safety Minister Ralph Goodale said federal…
Capgemini launches global fintech initiative
November 17, 2016 by Canadian UnderwriterCapgemini has announced that it is launching a global fintech initiative “to fast track fintech engagements with its global financial services clients.” Capgemini – a provider of consulting, technology and outsourcing services – announced the initiative on Wednesday, saying in…
U.S. mergers and acquisitions activity expected to remain steady in 2017: KPMG
November 17, 2016 by Canadian UnderwriterMerger and acquisition (M&A) activity in the United States is expected to remain steady in 2017 compared to the deal levels of 2016, according to a recent survey by audit, tax and advisory firm KPMG LLP. Of the 94 respondents…
Nearly seven in 10 Canadian drivers using winter tires: study
November 17, 2016 by Canadian UnderwriterNearly seven in 10 Canadian drivers are adopting the use of winter tires, according to a new survey by Leger for the Tire and Rubber Association of Canada (TRAC). Outside of Quebec, where use of winter tires is the law, 68% of Canadian…
Zurich Insurance announces plans to position itself for future, new profitability targets
November 17, 2016 by Canadian UnderwriterZurich Insurance Group plans to build on customer relationships, simplify the business and significantly reduce costs as part of its renewed focus on increasing business profitability and delivering high-quality earnings over the 2017-2019 period, the global insurer announced Thursday. “In…
Claims systems transformation requires rethinking metrics, processes and role of emerging tech: Novarica
November 16, 2016 by Canadian UnderwriterBefore setting out on claims transformation efforts, property and casualty insurers should establish clear strategic goals and success metrics, consider the ways in which the claims process is changing and understand the potential impact of emerging technologies like medical analytics…
Advanced analytics and other emerging technologies revolutionizing public sector agencies: Accenture
November 16, 2016 by Canadian UnderwriterAdvanced analytics and other emerging technologies are revolutionizing the way governments and public service agencies are trying to address citizen demands, helping to overcome persistent challenges such as regulatory compliance, outdated legacy IT infrastructures and organizational cultures, according to a new…
TSB recommendation for backup safety defences for rail signal indications ‘outstanding for over 10 years’
November 16, 2016 by Canadian UnderwriterThe Transportation Safety Board of Canada reiterated Tuesday a recommendation that Transport Canada and the rail industry “implement additional backup safety defences” in order to ensure train crew members recognize and follow block signals that govern train movements. On Nov.…
In world of Internet-enabled things, U.S. says security needed
November 16, 2016 Tami Abdollah - THE ASSOCIATED PRESSWASHINGTON – The Obama administration urged tech companies to make millions of devices safe from hacking, underscoring the risks posed by an increasingly bewildering array of internet-connected products permeating daily life, covering everything from fitness trackers to computers in automobiles.…