by Manny | Jun 19, 2025 | History, Thoughts
Reflecting on Freedom, Resilience, and the Work of Henry Louis Gates Jr. The power of history, media, and public knowledge helps shape our futures, and Juneteenth is a reminder of that across borders. I find myself reflecting each year on its significance, not just in...
by Manny | Jun 18, 2025 | SEO, The Web We Weave
It’s amazing how fast things are changing in SEO. Some days, it doesn’t feel like the ground is shifting, it feels more like it’s crumbling and being rebuilt at the same time. And with AI stepping in to answer people’s questions directly, often before they even land...
by Manny | Jun 7, 2025 | Canada, Education, Thoughts
In Memory of Marc Garneau I was saddened to learn of Marc Garneau’s passing on June 4th after his battle with cancer. My heartfelt condolences go out to his family during this difficult time. He fought a difficult battle with lymphoma and leukemia, reminding us...
by Manny | May 26, 2025 | SEO, The Web We Weave
Google I/O just delivered the final blow to traditional SEO, and if you’re still optimizing for keywords like it’s 2019, you’re already obsolete. Google’s mass roll-out of AI Overviews means your carefully crafted meta descriptions and...
by Manny | Mar 29, 2025 | Canada, Technology, Transit
The future of Canadian transportation is looking brighter with ALTO, the high-speed rail project set to redefine intercity travel. High-speed rail is not just about getting from point A to B faster—it’s about creating a seamless, modern, and efficient transportation...
by Manny | Mar 18, 2025 | Thoughts
It’s a chilling reality to witness the subtle, yet unmistakable, resurgence of policies that evoke the dark era of Jim Crow. Never did I imagine we’d find ourselves teetering on the edge of re-establishing a system of segregation. As a Black Canadian,...
by Manny | Mar 10, 2025 | Canada, Thoughts
As a Canadian, I never thought it would get to this point. I can only hope diplomacy and cooler heads will prevail in this trade war, but in the meantime, we need to support Canada and the businesses that keep our communities running. From tech startups to small...
by Manny | Mar 9, 2025 | Gaming, Retro Gaming
My journey into retro gaming began with the Atari 7800, a console I saved up for as a kid, until I had enough cash to call it my own. Not totally true, but lets talk about the Nintendo Entertainment System another time. Glitchy graphics, limited colours, and games...
by Manny | Mar 9, 2025 | GIS
NASA is making it easier than ever to discover, access, and utilize Earth science data through Geographic Information Systems (GIS). According to NASA’s Earth Science Data Systems (ESDS) Program, their vision is “to identify and deliver high value Earth science...
by Manny | Feb 10, 2025 | Healthcare
Running a small clinic means balancing patient care with administrative tasks, and having the right Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system can make all the difference. YES EMR is a trusted Canadian, Ontario-based solution designed specifically for small clinics that...
by Manny | Jan 28, 2025 | Artificial Intelligence, Linux, Open Source, Technology
So lets talk about DeepSeek. I couldn’t believe it was developed on just $6 million. In a world where AI projects routinely burn through hundreds of millions, here was this “side project” that was outperforming tech giants like ChatGPT and Gemini. A...
by Manny | Jan 26, 2025 | History, Thoughts
As a Canadian of Black descent, I never learned about the Tuskegee Airmen in school, but their story is a remarkable chapter in Black history that deserves recognition and remembrance. These brave African American pilots and support personnel played a crucial role in...
by Manny | Jan 22, 2025 | Artificial Intelligence, SEO, The Web We Weave
For years, “Google it” was the go-to phrase whenever someone needed information. But things are changing fast. I’ve seen it firsthand—my own family members have started using AI chatbots like ChatGPT instead of traditional search engines. Why?...
by Manny | Jan 20, 2025 | Blockchain
Meme coins like Dogecoin and Shiba Inu have taken the crypto world by storm, riding the waves of internet culture and social media hype. Unlike traditional cryptocurrencies with clear use cases, meme coins thrive on community-driven enthusiasm and speculative trading,...
by Manny | Jan 17, 2025 | Traffic, Transit
I thought we already talked about this, but here we are—still watching paint dry on Highway 7 during rush hour (both morning and evening)! Remember when we thought the pandemic would magically fix traffic because everyone would work from home? Yeah, that aged well....
by Manny | Jan 14, 2025 | GIS, SEO
Having recently completed comprehensive training in Geospatial Data Collection, Analysis & Interpretation using GIS Technology, I’ve discovered fascinating intersections between my established background in SEO and digital marketing and the powerful...
by Manny | Jan 12, 2025 | Ontario Science Centre, Thoughts
Fighting for the Heart of a Community In recent months, I’ve found myself writing two heartfelt letters to our provincial government representatives. The first was a plea to reconsider their decision about relocating the Science Centre. The second came after receiving...
by Manny | Nov 23, 2024 | Blockchain, Technology, Transit
Shanghai is advancing the use of blockchain technology in transportation, enhancing data security, transparency and operational efficiency. The city hosted the “blockchain + transportation scenario market” on Friday, showcasing the growing role of...
by Manny | Nov 18, 2024 | Artificial Intelligence, SEO
I love bookmarking great resources for fellow SEO enthusiasts. This one’s a keeper! OpenAI’s ChatGPT Search is revolutionizing the way we find information online. By combining AI with a conversational interface, ChatGPT Search offers a more intuitive and...
by Manny | Oct 30, 2024 | Digital Marketing, SEO
I’m just bookmarking this page, but it has some insightful information that could help others when it comes to Brand Building. Relying solely on Google for SEO might limit your brand’s potential reach. With so many active communities on other platforms, it’s...
by Manny | Oct 21, 2024 | GIS
In this insightful video by Matt Forrest, you’ll learn the essentials of running geospatial analysis in the cloud. The stream covers the core components of cloud platforms and services, including data warehouses and compute management. Matt concludes with a...
by Manny | Oct 13, 2024 | Technology
When it came time for a phone upgrade, I explored all the options. From the Samsung A25 and OnePlus Nord to even considering a low-end Google Pixel, I wanted something that balanced cost and quality. Despite my initial hesitation, I even looked at Motorola devices. In...
by Manny | Oct 9, 2024 | The Web We Weave
What an interesting read! As our lives become more connected online, it’s important to understand how decisions made by governments can impact the digital world. Gareth Edwards shares some eye-opening insights about the potential loss of the .io domain and what...
by Manny | Oct 3, 2024 | GIS
From maps to Gbps: reality capture technology is being leveraged for fibre-to-the-home infrastructure. The digital economy is growing at an unprecedented rate, and global data consumption will increase exponentially over the next decade. Fibre-optic networks form the...
by Manny | Oct 2, 2024 | Artificial Intelligence
Transportation and warehousing are multi-trillion-dollar industries, but the technologies that power them are often outdated, inefficient, and siloed. Pallet, which is announcing an $18 million Series A funding round led by Bain Capital Ventures today, has built an...
