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WTH are: NFTs
An NFT is a unit of data that is stored on a blockchain (a digital ledger) that is linked to the token that you own (not necessarily the asset), which can be physical or digital.
4 days ago•4 min read
WTH is: The Internet of Things (IoT)
The possibilities of optimization feel endless across homes, retail, offices, factories, vehicles, cities, etc. The vast amount of data alone will provide insight to users and functions that we’ve never seen before.
4 days ago•5 min read
WTH is: 5G
5G is the 5th Generation of wireless communication and allows us to communicate faster.
4 days ago•5 min read
No Code? No problem: Exploring Low and No Code Tools
In recent years, low-code and no-code platforms have seen an increase in both popularity and use. These platforms allow users to gain higher productivity as a lot of the tasks they normally perform can be done in a visual editor and the platform itself generates the code.
a month ago•5 min read
Fake News and Clickbait: Identifying Disinformation and Misinformation
The audience of disinformation is people, like you and I, using online platforms and tools. In this episode, we’re going to define disinformation and misinformation with examples.
4 months ago•7 min read
Digital ID, Credentials, and Trust
We’re focusing on how the concept of digital identity is evolving: from where we started, to where we are, and to where we are going.
5 months ago•6 min read
Cyber Security Tips to Protect Yourself
Cyber isn't only about IT. As public servants, we have the added responsibility of practicing consistent cyber safe behaviour to help protect government data and systems.
6 months ago•3 min read
Cyber Security in the Public Service
Learn 8 ways to protect yourself and GC data. Consider how your attitude towards cyber security might impact your behaviour at work.
7 months ago•6 min read
Data's One Stop Shop: The Data Ecosystem Resource Directory
The Data Ecosystem Resource Directory (DERD) is part of the GC Data Ecosystem project, which creates an interactive chart of everything data within and connected to the Government of Canada.
7 months ago•4 min read
The Viability Model Tool – Are You Ready for AI?
How can AI solve some of government’s thorniest problems? The aim of DSAI’s VMo tool is to inform decision-makers by assessing AI projects for potential in success and risks.
8 months ago•6 min read