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The Ultimate Guide to Encryption

A curated Canadian edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Encryption.

What to know about Encryption

Encryption plays a crucial role in protecting digital information from unauthorized access, ensuring privacy and data security in an increasingly connected world. This tag gathers diverse stories on encryption technologies, strategies, and challenges faced by enterprises and individuals alike.

Recent discussions highlight the rising adoption of quantum-safe encryption, cloud-based key management solutions, and zero trust architectures, reflecting the evolving cybersecurity landscape. Companies such as DigiCert, Entrust, Gemalto, and others are actively advancing encryption offerings to prepare for emerging threats like quantum computing and sophisticated malware leveraging encrypted channels.

Readers exploring this tag can learn about innovations in encryption software and hardware, the importance of encryption in data protection regulations, and the complexities of managing encrypted traffic to prevent security blind spots. The collection also emphasizes the critical balance between privacy, regulatory compliance, and safeguarding against malicious actors who exploit encryption.

Whether you are a cybersecurity professional, IT decision-maker, or simply interested in data protection, following these stories will deepen your understanding of encryption’s essential role in securing information today and in the future.

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Recent Encryption News

Stop renting intelligence: Why Canada needs to build its own AI stack
Opinion

Stop renting intelligence: Why Canada needs to build its own AI stack

Canada's GBP £925.6 million AI pledge backs chips and servers, but critics say true sovereignty needs home-grown models, not US black boxes.

Sat, 17th Jan 2026

OVHcloud outlines 2026 vision for Canada's digital future
Data Protection

OVHcloud outlines 2026 vision for Canada's digital future

OVHcloud VP of the Americas says digital sovereignty, green AI infrastructure and quantum planning will define Canada's digital economy by 2026.

Fri, 16th Jan 2026

Automation, on-device AI and operational visibility: The 2026 tech trends powering Canada's digital future
Data Protection

Automation, on-device AI and operational visibility: The 2026 tech trends powering Canada's digital future

Automation, on-device AI and smarter device management are set to transform Canada's frontline industries and redefine digital operations by 2026.

Fri, 19th Dec 2025

TransCrypts founder joins Forbes 30 under 30 list for 2026
IT Department

TransCrypts founder joins Forbes 30 under 30 list for 2026

TransCrypts founder Zain Zaidi joins Forbes 30 Under 30 after a CAD $20M seed round fuels growth in HR, healthcare and humanitarian tech.

Fri, 12th Dec 2025

Zoho One unveils new integrations, AI tools & interface
Marketing Technologies

Zoho One unveils new integrations, AI tools & interface

Zoho One launches enhanced UI, AI assistant Zia, and stronger integrations to simplify operations for small and medium-sized businesses.

Wed, 19th Nov 2025

TELUS unveils quantum-safe VPN to shield Canadian businesses
Data Protection

TELUS unveils quantum-safe VPN to shield Canadian businesses

TELUS launches Quantum-Safe VPN with encryption designed to protect Canadian businesses from current and future quantum computing cyber threats.

Tue, 18th Nov 2025

Alexi launches private cloud AI to boost data privacy for law firms
Data Protection

Alexi launches private cloud AI to boost data privacy for law firms

Alexi launches Private Cloud AI to enhance data privacy and compliance for North American law firms, offering tailored, secure AI environments for legal teams.

Thu, 26th Jun 2025

Google Cloud Canada grows with focus on AI and sovereignty
Public Sector

Google Cloud Canada grows with focus on AI and sovereignty

Google Cloud is expanding in Canada with a strong focus on AI, data sovereignty, and local partnerships, looking to serve a diverse range of sectors.

Thu, 10th Apr 2025

Canadian Space Agency funds groundbreaking QKD satellite test
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Canadian Space Agency funds groundbreaking QKD satellite test

The Canadian Space Agency has invested CAD $1.4 million in QEYnet to advance quantum key distribution technology, enhancing satellite data security.

Tue, 21st Jan 2025

DigiCert launches Quantum Central for post-quantum readiness
Security Operations Centres

DigiCert launches Quantum Central for post-quantum readiness

Security teams gain a free way to map hidden cryptography before quantum threats make current encryption less reliable.

Yesterday

Ransomware victims spot attacks only after data theft
Threat intelligence

Ransomware victims spot attacks only after data theft

Almost half of ransomware victims discovered breaches only after data theft, underscoring how attackers are evading detection for weeks.

Last month

Synthflow AI & Avant strike exclusive voice AI deal
Small Business

Synthflow AI & Avant strike exclusive voice AI deal

The tie-up could speed customer service automation for regulated sectors, with first joint deals already closed and roll-outs due in weeks.

Last month

DigiCert launches trust checks for Google Cloud workloads
IT Department

DigiCert launches trust checks for Google Cloud workloads

Organisations running sensitive workloads on Google Cloud can now get independent verification that systems and data have not been altered.

Last month

Rapid Brigantine ties ClickFix malware to fake updates
Disaster Recovery

Rapid Brigantine ties ClickFix malware to fake updates

BlueVoyant says a ClickFix malware campaign using fake browser updates is linked to the Rapid Brigantine ransomware ecosystem.

Last month

HPE expands Nvidia AI Factory with Vera CPU & security
Disaster Recovery

HPE expands Nvidia AI Factory with Vera CPU & security

Enterprise users will get tighter controls over AI agents as HPE adds Nvidia's Vera CPU, Agent Toolkit and confidential computing to its factory portfolio.

Last month

HPE expands self-driving networking across AI environments
Storage

HPE expands self-driving networking across AI environments

HPE has expanded its self-driving networking strategy with new AI, security and data centre capabilities across enterprise environments.

Last month

PureVPN launches ChatGPT tool for VPN server access
Gaming

PureVPN launches ChatGPT tool for VPN server access

Users in 10 markets can now find and connect to PureVPN servers through ChatGPT prompts, without sharing data with the chatbot.

Last month

Sophos & Rubrik launch Microsoft 365 backup service
Disaster Recovery

Sophos & Rubrik launch Microsoft 365 backup service

Security teams can now restore Microsoft 365 data from ransomware or deletion within Sophos Central, reducing reliance on separate backup tools.

Last month

Sectigo launches MCP server for certificate management
Security Operations Centres

Sectigo launches MCP server for certificate management

Enterprise security teams can now use AI prompts to renew or revoke certificates without bypassing Sectigo's approval and audit controls.

Last month

Gallagher Security OneLink wins cloud security award
Virtual Private Networks

Gallagher Security OneLink wins cloud security award

Gallagher Security has won the Cloud Security category at the 2026 Fortress Cybersecurity Awards for its cloud-based platform OneLink.

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