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An internal federal government audit delivered late last year warned the work of buying and upgrading military technology was still being plagued by bureaucratic hurdles. The report was released as the federal government forged ahead with reforms meant to speed up purchases of military equipment.The review began in the waning days of former prime minister Justin Trudeau’s government and was delivered in late 2025.The audit said it found “persistent challenges” in the procurement system, even though it is “evolving rapidly” under Prime Minster Mark Carney’s government.“Despite significant progress, the evaluation identified persistent challenges, such as disconnected databases, heavy oversight and excessive project documentation requirements,” the audit said.The audit warned that even uncomplicated purchases tended to take on average…
Surfshark, a leading VPN provider, is revolutionizing the consumer VPN industry with the launch of its own VPN protocol, Dausos. While traditional VPNs consolidate all user traffic through a single digital tunnel (TUN network interface), Dausos is the first protocol engineered to give each user their own dedicated, private data tunnel. This allows improving speeds up to 30% than the current fastest VPN protocols, while also providing enhanced security and privacy. “With this new protocol, we elevate three key elements that are essential for a VPN user. Dausos allows achieving 30% higher speeds compared to existing fastest protocols, enhances security…
SINGAPORE, April 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — EBANX, a global technology company specializing in cross-border payment services for emerging markets, will begin operating in five new countries: Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, Vietnam, and Turkey. With this expansion, EBANX will have integrated payment methods across seven economies in Asia, including India and the Philippines. Combined, they represent a USD 610 billion opportunity in digital commerce and more than 1.1 billion consumers, according to data from Payments and Commerce Market Intelligence (PCMI) and World Data Lab (WDL) analyzed by EBANX. The five new markets alone account for 57% of that volume and 386…
This weekend’s scheduled Blue Origin rocket launch is rather momentous. Success would signal an end to SpaceX’s monopoly on reusable orbital launch vehicles, and set up a three-way race to make that “No Service” indicator on your phone disappear forever.On Sunday morning, Jeff Bezos’ massive New Glenn rocket is scheduled to launch with the first-stage booster that launched and landed on the program’s second mission last November. It’s a critical test, because cost-effective booster reuse is what’s made SpaceX’s Falcon 9 so dominate.Amazon desperately needs a reusable rocket of its own to accelerate its Leo launches. Without one, it’s only…
Dublin, April 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The “Electric Trucks Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report by Vehicle Type (Light Duty Trucks, Medium Duty Trucks, Heavy Duty Trucks), Propulsion Type, Vehicle Range, Application, and Region with Growth Forecasts, 2026-2033” report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering.The global electric trucks market size was estimated at USD 39.30 billion in 2025, and is projected to reach USD 193.40 billion by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 20.9% from 2026 to 2033 This steady growth is attributed to stricter emission regulations, expanding charging infrastructure, falling battery costs, supportive government incentives, and increasing…
KEY POINTS Extreme performance for effortless multitasking: 18-core Snapdragon® X2 Elite Extreme processor with 80 TOPS NPU and pro-level graphicsSee more, hear more, carry less: 16″ ASUS Lumina OLED display, six-speaker audio in a 1.2kg Ceraluminum™ chassis that’s lighter than some 14″ laptopsGo light, stay powered: Over 21 hours battery life for an unmatched combination of screen size, weight and performance TORONTO, April 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — ASUS today announced that the Zenbook A16 (UX3607), a premium laptop that combines ultraportability with uncompromising performance, is now available in Canada through the ASUS Store. It’s the fastest-ever Snapdragon®-powered laptop, featuring…
Dublin, April 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The “Filter Integrity Test Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report by Test Method (Forward Flow Test, Bubble Point Test, Pressure Hold Test, Water Intrusion Test), Mode (Automated, Manual), Type, End-use, and Region with Growth Forecasts, 2026-2033” report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering.The global filter integrity test market size was estimated at USD 98.43 million in 2025 and is projected to reach USD 149.92 million by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 4.76% from 2026 to 2033. The increasing demand for food & beverage and biopharmaceuticals sectors, technological innovations and automation, regulatory…
Dublin, April 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The “Middle East and Africa Biosimilars Market: Industry Trends and Global Forecasts – Distribution by Drug Class, Therapeutic Area, Type of Manufacturer, Distribution Channel, Geographical Regions and Leading Players” report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering.The Middle East and Africa biosimilars market is estimated to grow from USD 1.15 billion in the current year to USD 5.73 billion by 2035 at a CAGR of 19% during the forecast period, till 2035. The biosimilars market in the Middle East and Africa is currently experiencing rapid growth, fueled by increased healthcare investments, a rising prevalence…
Dublin, April 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The “Quick Commerce Market Size & Forecast by Value and Volume Across 100+ KPIs by Product Type, Payment Mode, Age Group, Location, Business Model, and Delivery Time – Databook Q1 2026 Update” report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering.The global quick commerce market is expected to grow by 9.8% annually, reaching US$217.6 billion by 2025. Global quick commerce market has experienced robust growth during 2020-2024, achieving a CAGR of 15.7%. This upward trajectory is expected to continue, with the market forecast to grow at a CAGR of 7.8% from 2025 to 2029. By…
Dublin, April 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The “Fragrance Diffuser Market Report 2026” has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering.The fragrance diffuser market has experienced robust growth, with projections showing an increase from $29.16 billion in 2025 to $30.78 billion in 2026 at a CAGR of 5.6%. The upward trajectory continues, with an expected expansion to $38.59 billion by 2030, maintaining a CAGR of 5.8%. Key growth drivers include rising demand for home fragrance products, the adoption of electric and ultrasonic diffusers, and the introduction of premium fragrances. This growth also capitalizes on smart home adoption, a preference for eco-friendly products,…