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Qohash secures $17.4 million in Series B funding led by Solidarity Fund QFL to accelerate growth of its AI data security platform

Find out how PROMPT promotes business efficiency and growth through innovation As part of an initial collaborative project between Qohash and a financial institution, PROMPT’s PICQ program funded the development of a data security platform. This platform enables the monitoring of large volumes of sensitive information circulating daily between the various applications, computers and users…

Interview with Maxime Reynaud, R&D Director, SII Canada

Can you give us a brief description of the project you funded? “Our project aims to create an urban mobility assistance system for blind or visually impaired people. Since 2018, our R&D team at SII Canada has been developing various projects, particularly in artificial intelligence and obstacle detection. We decided to focus on developing a…

[CScience] – Cutting-edge immersive technologies revolutionize many industries

At the evening event celebrating its 20th anniversary, PROMPT highlighted the benefits of innovation and interdisciplinary networking: whatever the sector, PROMPT is there to provide financial support and guidance for technological innovation projects. CScience’s Chloé-Anne Touma had the opportunity to test three cutting-edge immersive technologies, funded by PROMPT, that are revolutionizing several distinct industries:

Modernizing your plant with robotics, with Marc Guérette

Estimated reading time: 7 min In a world where technological innovation moves at breakneck speed, factories are under increasing pressure to improve efficiency and competitiveness. Robotization is emerging as an essential solution to these challenges. By replacing manual tasks with automated processes, modernized plants can not only increase productivity, but also guarantee consistent quality and…

The manufacturing sector’s transition to an Industry 4.0 model, with Alain Marchildon

In a constantly more competitive market for manufacturing companies, many businesses are facing the advent of Industry 4.0. This trend represents much more than just a technological evolution: it embodies a profound transformation in the way companies design, produce and distribute their products. Industry 4.0 marks the seamless integration of advanced digital technologies such as…

Demystifying digital transformation in the manufacturing sector with François Blackburn

Estimated reading time: 7 min The digital transition is a major challenge for many industries, and the manufacturing sector is no exception. In an ever-changing global environment, companies need to embrace digital technologies to remain competitive and successful. For Quebec manufacturers, this digital transition represents much more than simple modernization: it paves the way for…

[La Presse +] – How to innovate better – and at lower cost

[THE PRESS + PORTFOLIO ] – Tuesday, March 13 Despite the subsidies available to them, a survey by the Conseil de l’innovation du Québec found that 71% of companies finance their projects themselves, exposing their resources to numerous technological and financial risks. Liette Lamonde, General Manager of PROMPT, stresses the importance of sharing these risks.…

Interview with Emmanuel Piffo, Sorintellis General Manager

Can you give us a brief description of the project you funded? “The aim of the technology project was to develop a proof of concept (PoC) for a machine-learning-based platform for a priori prediction of clinical trial success. We collaborated with data scientists from the Centre de Recherche Informatique de Montréal (CRIM) and players from…

[Le Devoir] – PROMPT: 20 years of squaring Quebec’s innovation circle

Everyone dreams of it, but very few succeed. Transforming Quebec university research into profitable commercial applications is a challenge that transcends generations, but one that Prompt has been tackling in its own way for 20 years now. Like the rest of Canada, Quebec is a dunce among developed economies when it comes to commercializing the…

Celebrating 20 years of Prompt : an evening of innovation and inspiration

On February 28, the Prompt team opened the doors of Les 7 doigts studios to celebrate 20 years of technological excellence, collaboration and innovation. The evening reflected the very essence of PROMPT, showcasing immersive technological experiences that captivated all in attendance. Among our guests, we were honored to welcome some of the leading figures shaping…