Women in Technology stories - Page 9
Digital economy set to hit USD $28 trillion in 2026
Fri, 9th Jan 2026
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robots
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digital transformation
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quantum computing
The global digital economy is forecast to surge 9.5% in 2026 to USD $28 trillion, triple the pace of overall worldwide economic growth.
Integral Ad Science hires Melissa Furze to lead AI push
Wed, 7th Jan 2026
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data protection
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data analytics
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digital transformation
Integral Ad Science taps former LinkedIn leader Melissa Furze as Head of Data Science to steer an AI-first strategy in ad verification.
JFrog names Genefa Murphy CMO to drive AI era growth
Tue, 6th Jan 2026
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uc
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devops
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digital transformation
JFrog appoints former Udemy marketing leader Genefa Murphy as CMO to spearhead global growth in AI-driven software supply chain tools.
AI data centre surge tests labour, energy & grids
Fri, 12th Dec 2025
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smart cities
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hyperscale
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dc
AI data centres are set to strain power grids, labour and emissions targets, forcing the UK and Australia to rethink energy and skills plans.
Leaders call for federal budget to prioritise SMBs, inclusive AI
Wed, 5th Nov 2025
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digital transformation
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ai
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ai ethics & governance
Canada's federal budget aims to boost digital growth with AI investment, support for small businesses, and initiatives empowering women in the tech workforce.
Report reveals perceptions gap on barriers for women in tech
Thu, 23rd Oct 2025
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it industry
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acronis
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ict sector
Acronis' 2025 Women in Tech Report reveals men and women strongly differ on perceptions of career barriers and bias in the technology sector worldwide.
BDC funds CAD $50 million for women-led SMB acquisitions
Tue, 23rd Sep 2025
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smb
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entrepreneurship
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venture capital
Through the bank's Thrive ETA Fund, the funding supports women in buying and operating Canadian businesses to boost ownership diversity.
Canadian women in cybersecurity making waves coast to coast
Tue, 2nd Sep 2025
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cybersecurity
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gender diversity
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gender equality
Canadian women are driving innovation and leadership in cybersecurity, reshaping the industry's future with expertise and determination.
Industry leaders call for greater support of women in cybersecurity
Wed, 27th Aug 2025
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advanced persistent threat protection
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risk & compliance
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cyberark
Industry leaders urge greater support and inclusion of women in cybersecurity to boost diversity, innovation, and career opportunities ahead of International Women in Cyber Day.
Kosterman makes F1 Academy debut with livery honouring 200 women
Thu, 21st Aug 2025
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gender equality
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sportstech
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teamviewer
Esmee Kosterman debuts in F1 Academy at Zandvoort, driving a car showcasing 200 women role models to inspire equality in motorsport and STEM.
AI boom accelerates tech, may leave women & interns behind
Thu, 24th Jul 2025
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ai
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ai ethics & governance
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internships
Women and interns face greater disadvantages as reliance on AI grows; equal training for all demographics is needed, says new report.
ESET Canada awards CAD $15,000 to women in cybersecurity
Fri, 4th Jul 2025
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cybersecurity
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computer science
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stem
ESET Canada has awarded CAD $15,000 in scholarships to seven women, marking the 10th year of its programme supporting diversity in cybersecurity.
Veeam highlights ESG progress in first global sustainability report
Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
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virtualisation
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data privacy
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clean technologies
Veeam launches its first ESG report, revealing efforts in e-waste recycling, green buildings, emissions cuts, and community engagement worldwide.
New platform promises human-centric hiring revolution
Wed, 9th Apr 2025
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recruitment
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job seekers
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modernisation
Tech entrepreneur Kayla Parry has launched Job Matched, a recruitment platform aiming to modernise hiring by prioritising a candidate's personality and cultural fit.
Women in cybersecurity share advice for females joining the industry during Bugcrowd webinar
Tue, 1st Apr 2025
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iwd
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stem
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bugcrowd
During a Bugcrowd webinar for International Women's Month, leading female figures in cybersecurity shared invaluable advice to inspire women entering the field.
Canadian women professionals face DEI programme challenges
Mon, 31st Mar 2025
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dei
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employment
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gender equality
New data reveals that over half of Canadian women professionals are worried about their careers amid the rollback of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives.
Gender diversity issues persist in tech despite efforts
Tue, 25th Mar 2025
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skills shortage
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dei
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gender diversity
A study by Tech Beyond Gender reveals persistent gender diversity challenges in IT, with many women contemplating leaving the sector due to discrimination.
Titan of Tech - Nadene Serman of Infotrack
Mon, 17th Mar 2025
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uc
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cx
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martech
Nadene Serman, Global CTO of Infotrack, champions innovation and inclusion in tech, driving customer-first solutions across multiple nations.
Tech firms champion women in tech ahead of IWD 2025
Sat, 8th Mar 2025
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data privacy
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leadership
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iwd
As International Women's Day approaches, tech firms like CMTG and Fugro champion gender equality, advocating initiatives to boost female participation in the industry.
Empowering women in tech: Bridging leadership gaps
Sat, 8th Mar 2025
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cybersecurity
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iwd
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digital identity
On International Women's Day, leaders urge systemic changes in tech to bridge the gender gap, emphasising inclusion for driving innovation and equitable advancement.