Articles
Quantum Leap: Unbreakable Data Security's Future
In an era where cyber threats are growing, quantum cryptography promises a new frontier of data security. Technology and Innovation Editor Liam Woolstencroft unveils how this innovative technology, rooted in quantum mechanics, is set to protect sensitive information like never before. From safeguarding financial transactions to ensuring the privacy of healthcare data, this article explores the groundbreaking potential of quantum cryptography and the challenges that must be overcome to make it a reality.
Driving into the Future: The Ethical Implications of Autonomous Vehicles
With the rise of autonomous vehicles comes the introduction of intricate ethical dilemmas posed by this technology. QBR Editor Ining Wei explores how the classic ‘trolley problem’ shifts from a philosophical thought experiment to a real-world challenge for developers, policymakers, and society. This article delves into the key ethical considerations surrounding autonomous vehicles, applicable ethical frameworks, the complexities of assigning liability, and the broader implications for the future of transportation.
Perovskite: Powering Next-Gen Solar Cells
Have you ever wondered how your home, bike, or car might be powered years from now? Senior Technology and Innovation Editor Isaac Moore provides an analysis of how perovskite, a synthetic semi-conductor in new solar cells, is supporting the creation of next generation solar panels. The article breaks down the solar energy conversion process, how perovskite changes it, and the challenges preventing the immediate success of the perovskite solar cells.
Artificial (Military) Intelligence in the Defence Industry
Analyzing the increasing involvement of AI in military operations, Isaac Moore discusses how AI has progressed from handling simple tasks to taking on complex military roles. While it has notable efficiency and potential to reduce casualties, the editorial examines the ethical concerns and risks.
Cooked Innovation: How Apple Lost its Magic
In this editorial, Jason Garner analyzes Apple's decline in innovation since Tim Cook became CEO after Steve Jobs. While Jobs fostered a culture of tension and creativity, Cook's emphasis on harmony has led to imitation over invention, with various products facing legal challenges. The article comments on Apple's shift in focus from innovation to profitability, calling for visionary leadership to restore its spirit.
Passport Obsolescence? Canada’s New Approach to Recruiting Tech Workers
This article analyzes Canada’s emerging tech talent recruitment strategy- outlining its pros and cons, and ultimately discussing how Canada will change as it begins to sell itself as the next global tech talent hub.
Fires of the Future: Embracing Innovation in Firefighting
In this incisive piece by QBR Editor Erin Sun, traditional firefighting meets cutting-edge technology. Through a tapestry of historical context and modern solutions, Sun illuminates the burgeoning role of AI, drones, and robots against the wildfire menace. Seamlessly weaving challenges with potential solutions, she advocates for a harmonized future of tech and human expertise to combat fires more effectively.
Don’t Shoot The Messenger: The Faults and Fortune of ChatGPT
Rather than pitting the two against each other and assuming their differences negates the existence of the other — work generated by humans and machine learning algorithms can form a relationship of mutualism as we adapt to the next paradigm shift of our times.
Dream Big, Live Small: Moving Away from Traditional Housing
Although the dream of home ownership is quickly spiralling out of reach for many hardworking Canadians, there may finally be some light at the end of the tunnel. Through further innovation, advancement, and awareness, modular and boxed housing alternatives have the potential to achieve widespread social acceptance and shape the way future generations live.
AI in the Fight Against Climate Change
AI is not the silver bullet in the fight against climate change. All research shows that AI is one of the many innovations the world will require to mitigate and adapt to the effects of a hotter world. One issue limiting the impact of AI is that current AI solutions are disconnected and independently challenging to scale. In future years, look for emerging companies that leverage AI to offer complete climate-based risk assessment