LauraIn an era where international trade tensions and tariffs are reshaping consumer behaviour, Canadian shoppers are increasingly turning their attention homeward. Shopping local has always been a way to support communities, but now it’s time to expand that mindset to include all of Canada as “local”. By choosing Made in Canada products and services, Canadians…
Shawn RandhawaCybersecurity and cyber resilience becomes more important with every passing year as threats grow in sophistication. Thankfully, increasing domain security, DNS and SSL is pretty simple. With just a little time and a few tweaks, you can significantly improve your protection from a variety threats such as domain theft, accidental downtime, identity fraud, business impersonation,…
LauraBluesky is more than just a social media platform; it’s an ambitious project seeking to revolutionize online interactions by transitioning from platform-centric to protocol-driven social networking. This vision, initially conceived as a research initiative within Twitter in 2019, aimed to explore decentralizing Twitter. The goal was to empower users with greater control over their data…
Webnames.ca StaffWebnames is proud to be a long-standing sponsor of Science World’s Girls and STEAM initiative, which aims to ignite a passion for innovation in the next generation of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) leaders. This year’s Girls and STEAM Summit, held on November 2nd with the theme “Future Forward,” brought together over 300 participants…
Shawn RandhawaUnderstanding Spam in 2024 In 2024, spam continues to be defined as unwanted and unsolicited messages sent indiscriminately to large groups. Although the core definition remains consistent, the tactics employed by spammers have evolved dramatically, particularly with the rise of artificial intelligence (AI). Spam is no longer confined to just email either, it has spread…
Webnames.ca StaffFor Canadian businesses stepping into the digital realm or looking to build their brand recognition, choosing the right domain name isn’t just about having a web address – it’s about establishing trustworthy online presence that resonates with Canadian customers. While we have always been huge fans of .CA, given our origin story as the original…
Shawn RandhawaIn today’s digital landscape, cyber threats are more pervasive than ever and security is paramount. Whether you’re running a small personal blog or managing a large e-commerce platform, having an SSL/TLS certificate is no longer optional — it’s a necessity. We’re going to take a closer look at why SSL/TLS is remains for every website…
Jordan RiegerProgramming is hard (but not in the way you think) Programming is hard, and a lot of people just don’t get it. The nature of our work is that we rarely do the same thing in the same way twice; the whole point is to automate a process so that other non-programmers can repeat it…
LauraImagine a world where kids are not just consumers of technology, but creators of it! A place where their ideas come to life on the screen, and their creativity knows no bounds. Picture children designing their own games, crafting interactive stories, and building websites that showcase their unique perspectives. This is the exciting potential of…
LauraIf you are a small business owner, you might be wondering how important having a strong digital presence really is. After all, you have a loyal customer base, a unique product or service, and a local reputation. Why bother with the hassle of creating and maintaining a website, social media accounts, or other online platforms?…
Webnames.ca StaffThe Future Economy is a Canadian thought leadership and media platform that produces interviews, panels, and op-eds featuring leaders from across industries. In their recent Future in Focus series for World Wide Web Day, the platform invited Canadian technology leaders like Webnames’ Co-Founder and CEO Cybele Negris to share op-eds about their vision for what…
Shawn RandhawaIn a significant move to enhance web security, both Google and Firefox have announced that they will no longer support SSL / TLS certificates issued by the Certificate Authority (CA) Entrust. This decision is rooted in Entrust’s ongoing compliance issues and will have far-reaching impacts, especially to current users of Entrust and AffirmTrust SSL Certificates.…
JuliannaIn today’s digital age, having a robust online presence is essential for any healthcare or wellness practice. Whether you are a massage, physio or occupational therapist, a clinical counsellor, naturopath, nutritionist, fitness trainer, or health services provider of any type, your website serves as the first point of contact for potential clients and plays a…
Webnames.ca StaffIt’s officially that time of year that we celebrate being Canadian and more than ever before, Canadians are prioritizing buying from Canadian retailers when it comes to purchasing behaviour. A preference for local, values-aligned and ethically sourced products has been a dominating trend in the Canadian consumer market since the pandemic. If your business targets…
JuliannaMost Canadian Businesses Aren’t Sufficiently Prepared to Prevent Downtime or DDoS Attacks The DNS is like the unsung hero of the Internet. It’s the magic that makes the Internet logical and navigable for its human users. When it’s working as expected, most of us take it for granted… until something goes wrong. Understanding DNS The…
