Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Signal49 Research’s research team is exploring the latest breakthroughs and discussions shaping the artificial intelligence landscape. From new and emerging AI technologies to regulatory updates and the evolving job market, check back here to stay informed on what’s happening at the cutting-edge of AI and its implications for the future.
AI on the Horizon: Defensible AI Strategy
February 26, 2026
Canada’s Department of National Defence released its first Defence Industrial Strategy (DIS) on dual-use technology, where artificial intelligence continues to be raised as a critical piece of the puzzle. This signals a departure from seeing AI as a speculative investment to questioning how deeply it will be integrated as a national security necessity. opportunities. Youth unemployment remains elevated in Canada—but is AI the root cause?
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