Sage Intacct delivers new AI-powered capabilities to transform how finance teams close, analyze, and act on financial data

Posted in Commentary with tags on February 17, 2026 by itnerd

Sage today announced new AI-powered capabilities in Sage Intacct designed to help finance teams move from managing data to driving performance. The latest updates strengthen Sage Intacct across close analytics, workflow automation, cash intelligence, and connected data access. 

Today, finance teams using these tools can identify which entities are slowing down the close, import complex datasets without spreadsheet manipulation, and monitor their cash position in real time. This reduces the need to switch between systems and helps teams stay focused on analysis, control and timely decision making.

According to Gartner, 59% of finance organizations now use AI, and 67% of those users are more confident in its value than they were a year ago. Sage Intacct’s latest updates build on that momentum by embedding AI into everyday workflows, reducing manual effort where it most often slows teams down.

Driving the next era of high-performance finance

From AI-powered close analytics and cash intelligence to direct access to trusted finance data and a growing network of intelligent Agents, Sage Intacct is delivering on its vision for High-Performance Finance. These innovations help finance teams simplify complexity, improve control, and focus more time on strategic work.

By connecting insight and action across close, cash, billing, and analytics, Sage Intacct helps finance leaders understand what’s happening across the business and respond faster when it counts.

What’s new in Sage Intacct R1 2026:

Finance Intelligence Agent
The Finance Intelligence Agent expands Sage Intacct’s growing network of AI Agents, allowing finance teams to ask natural language questions and receive instant, actionable answers that combine data, analysis, and recommendations. Working alongside existing Close, AP, Time, and Assurance Agents, it helps finance leaders move from reporting to insight in seconds.

Available to Early Adopters in the US, UK and Canada.

Close Automation: Close Analytics
This new AI-powered capability introduces insight into close performance through interactive charts, historical trends, and bottleneck detection. Finance teams can track days-to-close across entities and periods, identify recurring handoff issues, and improve close consistency and control.

Available to Early Adopters in the US and UK.

Cash Intelligence

Cash Intelligence provides a single-screen view of short-term cash position, expected requirements, and forecasted changes. AI-driven insights and predictions help finance teams identify potential shortfalls, prioritize payments, and make more informed cash decisions by bringing bank balances, payables, and payroll into one clear view.

 Early Adopter availability with phased regional rollout.

Customer Payment Services powered by Fortis
Customer Payment Services, powered by Fortis, introduces a secure, self-service experience for customers to make electronic payments. Instant settlement and automated reconciliation reduce manual AR work and improve cash visibility for finance teams.

Available to Early Adopters globally.

AP Automation: AI Line-Level Matching
Line-level matching uses AI to improve accuracy by matching invoice lines directly to purchase order lines and flagging discrepancies earlier in the process. This reduces rework, speeds up approvals, and gives finance teams greater confidence before payment.

Available globally.

AI-powered import agent
The AI-powered Import Agent simplifies complex data imports using natural language transformations and flexible mapping. Finance teams can split, join, and reuse fields, preview changes in real time, and roll back instantly, reducing risk and eliminating the need for external tools or manual manipulation.

Available globally.

Sage Intacct Data Cloud
Sage Intacct Data Cloud provides governed, direct access to Intacct data in Snowflake with zero ETL and no data duplication. Finance and analytics teams can query live financial data using SQL or BI tools such as Power BI and Tableau, enabling advanced analytics and AI use cases without adding operational complexity.

Available globally.

Leave a comment »

Mobile Apps Are the New Attack Surface as 72% of Organizations Are Hit by Mobile App Security Incidents

Posted in Commentary with tags on February 17, 2026 by itnerd

 Guardsquare, the leading provider of mobile application security, today released its analysis of new independent research conducted by TrendCandy, revealing a widening “client-side trust gap” that is leaving organizations exposed to mobile app security incidents, customer churn, and backend API abuse.

The global survey of 1,360 mobile app developers and security leaders found that 72% of organizations experienced at least one mobile app security incident in the past year, and 65% reported customer churn or app uninstalls as a direct result of security issues. Despite these impacts, many organizations continue to rely on outdated, OS-level security assumptions that fail to protect mobile apps operating “in the wild.”

Speed Pressure and AI Are Compounding Risk

The analysis highlights how development velocity and AI adoption are accelerating mobile app risk:

  • 79% of respondents cite time-to-market pressure as the top barrier to stronger mobile app protection, reinforcing persistent misconceptions that security slows development.
  • 96% of developers report using AI-assisted tools to build mobile apps and SDKs.
  • 81% say AI-generated code has introduced new vulnerabilities.
  • More than half of developers report uncertainty around how to properly secure AI-written mobile applications.

From Tradeoffs to a New Mobile Security Standard

The research points to a clear shift in how organizations are approaching mobile security:

  • 91% of respondents prefer security that spans the entire software development lifecycle (SDLC).
  • 96% of organizations using multi-layered protection report fewer mobile app security incidents.

Guardsquare’s analysis concludes that closing the client-side trust gap requires integrated mobile app security that combines automated testing, multi-layered code protection, runtime defenses, mobile API security, and continuous threat monitoring, all without compromising development speed or app performance.

Guardsquare’s full analysis and recommendations are available in the ebook, Gaining Ground on Mobile DevSecOps, available for download at: https://www.guardsquare.com/gaining-ground-on-mobile-devsecops

About the Research
The research, The Rise of Client-Side Risk and the Trust Gap, was conducted by the independent firm TrendCandy and commissioned by Guardsquare. It surveyed 1,360 mobile app developers and security leaders globally, with a margin of error of ±2% at the 95% confidence level.

Leave a comment »

Nikon Introduces Ultra Compact SPORTSTAR EX II Binoculars

Posted in Commentary with tags on February 17, 2026 by itnerd

Nikon Vision Co., Ltd., (Nikon Vision), a subsidiary of Nikon Corporation (Nikon), announced the release of the new SPORTSTAR EX II binoculars. These binoculars improve upon the original “SPORTSTAR” models which were made popular for their small size, durable build and versatile optics.

The SPORTSTAR EX II series is available in two models: 8×25 and 10×25. Featuring a waterproof, compact fold-up design, these binoculars are easy to carry without adding bulk to your bag — ideal for outdoor activities, travel, and everyday outings. Additionally, both models offer a comfortably wide field of view, allowing users to easily acquire and observe subjects at a distance.

The exterior has been completely renewed to combine an advanced design with the excellent operability and handling. The easy-to-grip, ultra-light and ergonomic design ensures reliable performance and comfortable ease of use, even in active situations.

The SPORTSTAR EX II models are compact binoculars that provide outstanding portability and high optical performance in a newly refined design, making them the ideal compact binoculars for a wide range of uses, including outdoor activities and travel. Now, users will be able to enjoy more comfortable, accessible observation than ever before.

Key Features of the SPORTSTAR EX II

  • Easy-to-grip, advanced ergonomic design realizing excellent operability
  • Waterproof structure with nitrogen-filled body for reliable outdoor use
  • Delivers an immersive viewing experience with a wide field of view. In particular, the 8×25 model features a wide apparent field of view of 60.3°
  • Compact, lightweight fold-up design for excellent portability
  • Multilayer-coated lenses provide a bright and clear field of view
  • Turn-and-slide rubber eyecups facilitate easy positioning of eyes at the correct eyepoint
  • Rubber armouring for shock resistance and a firm, comfortable grip
  • Aluminum alloy body for enhanced durability

Price and Availability

The new Nikon SPORTSTAR EX II series of Binoculars will be available in early March 2026 for the following manufacturer’s suggested retail pricing (MSRP): $139.95* for the SPORTSTAR 8×25, and $149.95* for the SPORTSTAR 10×25.

For more information about current Nikon products, please visit www.nikon.ca.

Specifications

SPORTSTAR EX II 8×25SPORTSTAR EX II 10×25
Magnification (×)810
Effective diameter of objective lens (mm)2525
Angular field of view (real) (˚)8.36.5
Angular field of view (apparent) (˚)*160.359.2
Eye relief (mm)1010
Length (mm/in.)100/3.9100/3.9
Width (mm/in.)114 (69) *2 / 4.5 (2.7) *2114 (69) *2 / 4.5 (2.7) *2
Depth （㎜/in.）44 (55) *2 / 1.7 (2.2) *244 (55) *2 / 1.7 (2.2) *2
Weight (g/oz.)310 / 10.9310 / 10.9

Specifications, equipment, and release dates are subject to change without any notice or obligation on the part of the manufacturer.

Every effort has been made to ensure specifications and claims are accurate, but they may be subject to change without any notice or obligation on the part of the manufacturer.


*MSRP (Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price) listed only as a suggestion. Actual prices are set by dealers and are subject to change at any time.


*1: Apparent field of view: Apparent field of view is calculated based on the ISO14132-1:2015 standard.


*2: Folded.

Leave a comment »

Operation DoppelBrand: Weaponizing Fortune 500 Brands for Credential Theft and Remote Acces

Posted in Commentary with tags on February 16, 2026 by itnerd

SOCRadar threat researchers have publishing an in-depth analysis of an ongoing cyber campaign against Fortune 500 companies including names such as Wells Fargo and USAA, by the threat actor known as GS7. 

GS7 has been active for years, rotating its infrastructure and impersonating legitimate portals, and has amassed hundreds of malicious domains tied to its modus operandi. Its campaigns include operations targeting banking institutions, technology companies, payment platforms, and other entities.

The elements that distinguish this actor and its campaigns are the creation of highly similar portals used in phishing operations to redirect victims toward credential theft.

The research dives into: 

How GS7 has quietly operated for years by rotating infrastructure and impersonating trusted Fortune 500 brands

Hundreds of malicious domains tied to GS7’s phishing ecosystem and how they’re deployed at scale

The use of near-identical, brand-spoofed portals designed to convincingly harvest credentials

Active campaigns targeting banks, financial institutions, technology companies, and payment platforms

The actor’s infrastructure rotation tactics and evasion techniques

Which industries, regions, and countries are being targeted most heavily

What makes this campaign distinct from typical phishing operations — and why it continues to succeed

You can read the research here: https://socradar.io/resources/whitepapers/operation-doppelbrand-fortune-500-access

Leave a comment »

Tech from Samsung that brings students and families together 

Posted in Commentary with tags on February 13, 2026 by itnerd

Reading Week and Family Day are more than a break from routine; they’re a moment when students reset, families reconnect, and shared spaces (and screens) get a lot more use. From catching up on coursework to movie nights and low-key productivity, Samsung Galaxy devices are designed to flex with real life during time off together. 

Whether your readers are heading home for Reading Week or planning a cozy Family Day weekend, here are a few Samsung Galaxy devices that fit naturally into this mid-winter pause: 

  • For Shared Study & Everyday Use: Galaxy Tab A11+ 
    The Galaxy Tab A11 is a go-to device for households balancing schoolwork, entertainment and everyday tasks. Its large display makes it easy for students to review notes or stream lectures during the day, then switch to reading, gaming or family movie nights in the evening, all at a value-friendly price point ideal for shared use. 
  • For Immersive Learning & Downtime: Galaxy Tab S11 
    For families or students looking for a more premium tablet experience, the Galaxy Tab S11 offers a powerful screen for studying, creative projects and streaming. Galaxy AI tools like Circle to Search make it easy to move between learning and discovery, whether you’re prepping for exams or planning your next break. 
  • For Productivity Between Classes: Galaxy Book4 Edge 
    Reading Week often doubles as a productivity reset. The Galaxy Book4 delivers lightweight performance for students tackling assignments, virtual meetings or creative projects, whether at home, on campus or at the kitchen table alongside family. 
  • For Shared Entertainment Moments: Galaxy Z Fold7  
    From movie marathons to background music while studying or hosting Family Day get-togethers, the Galaxy Z Fold7 elevates shared entertainment with rich sound that brings everyone into the moment. 

All products are available for purchase at Samsung.com/ca.

Model  Link  Price  
Galaxy Z Fold7  Galaxy Z Fold7 Product Image  $2499.99 CAD  
Galaxy Tab A11+  Galaxy Tab A11+ Product Image  $449.99 CAD  
Galaxy Tab S11  Galaxy Tab S11 Product Image  $1,349.99 CAD  
Galaxy Book4 Edge  Galaxy Book4 Edge Product Image  $999.99 CAD  

Leave a comment »

Sharp Expands Audio Portfolio in Canada

Posted in Commentary with tags on February 13, 2026 by itnerd

 Sharp Electronics of Canada Ltd. today announced the expanded availability of its consumer audio portfolio in Canada, introducing a comprehensive range of portable and party speakers, headphones, mini component systems, soundbars, and surround speakers designed for exceptional sound quality, seamless connectivity, and an immersive home entertainment experience.

Designed to fit every lifestyle, from on-the-go listening and social gatherings to immersive home theatre experiences, Sharp’s latest audio lineup combines bold performance, modern connectivity, and intuitive features that make great sound easy and accessible.

Sharp Electronics of Canada Ltd. is bringing its consumer audio products to Canadian customers through Randmar, its authorized distributor. Select models will arrive in stores starting January 2026, with more rolling out through Q1. Randmar, a leading Canadian distributor with deep expertise in consumer electronics and a strong retail network, will ensure Sharp’s products are widely available and supported across the country.

The expanded Sharp audio portfolio includes the following:

  • Party Speakers delivering powerful sound, rechargeable batteries, karaoke functionality with included microphones, and dynamic LED and strobe lighting to energize any gathering.
  • Portable Bluetooth® Speakers built for fun and durability, featuring IP67 waterproof and floating designs, long battery life, True Wireless Stereo (TWS) pairing, RGB lighting, and Bluetooth® connectivity.
  • Headphones and Earphones, including over-ear, bone conduction, and true wireless options, offering extended playtime, hands-free calling, and lightweight comfort for everyday and active use.
  • Mini Component Systems that blend modern streaming with classic CD, USB, and auxiliary playback- delivering bold sound with a touch of nostalgia.
  • Soundbars and Surround Speakers designed to elevate home entertainment with powerful output, wireless subwoofers, Dolby Audio™and Dolby Atmos® support, and flexible connectivity including HDMI ARC/eARC and Bluetooth®.

Availability

Sharp’s consumer audio products are available in Canada through authorized distribution, with select models arriving beginning in January 2026 and additional products rolling out through Q1 2026.

Leave a comment »

Fake AI Chrome extensions with 300K users steal credentials, emails 

Posted in Commentary with tags , on February 13, 2026 by itnerd

There’s news that’s out which details a set of 30 malicious Chrome extensions installed by more than 300,000 users are masquerading as AI assistants to steal credentials, email content, and browsing information.

Borja Rodriguez, Manager of Threat Intelligence Operations at Outpost24, has provided the following commentary:

“We have repeatedly seen malicious browser extensions bypass review processes and reach significant user adoption before removal. In this case, some extensions accumulated tens of thousands of installs, and others remain available even after public disclosure. That raises legitimate questions about the effectiveness, speed, and consistency of Google’s vetting and monitoring mechanisms for Chrome Web Store submissions.

Over the past few years, Google has demonstrated that it can strictly enforce policy decisions when they align with its strategic priorities, including restrictions that affected ad and tracker blocking extensions. That level of enforcement shows the company has both the technical capability and operational control to act decisively when it chooses to.

However, malicious extensions continue to surface and operate at scale. This suggests that either the automated review systems are insufficient to detect certain abuse patterns, or post publication monitoring and rapid takedown processes are not robust enough to limit exposure. Given the scale of Chrome’s user base, even a short window of exposure can translate into hundreds of thousands of victims.

The broader concern is trust. Users reasonably assume that extensions listed in an official store have undergone meaningful security scrutiny. When campaigns like this repeatedly succeed, that trust erodes. Stronger proactive detection, improved behavioral analysis of extensions after publication, and faster response cycles are essential to reduce systemic risk.”

This once again highlights the fact that just because something exists, doesn’t mean that you should install it. Especially in the age of AI where your attempt to use what I call “the new hotness” may get you pwned.

Leave a comment »

eBay Live Canada’s launches this weekend at Fan Expo Vancouver and The Collectors Supershow

Posted in Commentary with tags on February 13, 2026 by itnerd

eBay is bringing live commerce to Canada with the launch of eBay Live, applying more than 25 years of marketplace trust to a fast-growing format within the collectibles community.

Built on verified sellers and established buyer protections, eBay Live brings credibility to live shopping, with the Canadian launch featuring live auctions from Canadian sellers at major collector conventions nationwide, including high-demand Pokémon and hockey cards.

The rollout mirrors eBay Live’s momentum in markets such as the U.S., U.K., France, Australia, Italy and Germany, where the platform has driven strong engagement, including live events featuring Elton John, Giannis Antetokounmpo, The Backstreet Boys, Sophie Cunningham, and Pete Davidson.

Featured livestreams include:

o   In 2025, searches for Pokémon on eBay.ca rose 70% compared to the year prior. 

o   In 2025, searches for Macklin Celebrini increased by more than 800% compared to the year prior.

These rare and high value cards will be auctioned starting at just C$1.00, with 30-second extended bidding enabling everyone to get in on the action.

To make the events even more memorable, eBay Live is bringing fans closer to their fandom — offering the opportunity to chat and shop live with:

  • Steve Aoki, internationally renowned DJ, producer, and entrepreneur
  • Sean Astin, best known for his roles in The Lord of the Rings trilogy, Stranger Things, and The Goonies
  • James and Oliver Phelps (Phelps Twins), also known as the Weasley twins from the Harry Potter films
  • Doug Gilmour, Canadian hockey legend and NHL Hall of Famer
  • Joseph Woll, NHL goaltender for the Toronto Maple Leafs

Leave a comment »

Photonic Inc. Partners with TELUS, Demonstrates World-First Quantum Communications Running Over Today’s Network Infrastructure

Posted in Commentary with tags on February 13, 2026 by itnerd

Photonic Inc. today announced a new level of partnership with TELUS, a world-leading communications technology company powering next-generation connectivity and digital innovation. Together, the companies are jointly pursuing projects advancing quantum-secure networking capabilities and delivering quantum solutions that will provide social and economic value and transform industries worldwide. As a first demonstration of this collaboration, Photonic and TELUS have achieved a significant technical milestone—a world-first quantum teleportation of its kind—proving that TELUS’ existing fibre optic infrastructure can reliably carry quantum information. 

Photonic used TELUS’ existing PureFibre network to successfully transfer quantum information over 30 km of installed commercial fibre. Using their Entanglement First™ architecture, a unique approach that combines silicon-based qubits and native telecom band photonic connectivity, Photonic teleported information into a matter‑based quantum processor that can retain, store, and use that information. Unlike previous demonstrations over commercial fibre, which relied solely on photonic qubits that could be measured but not further processed, this achievement completed the transfer of quantum information to a remote processing node, a critical capability for establishing long-distance quantum networks and commercial-scale quantum computers.

Building on the 2024 partnership, Photonic and TELUS’ collaboration agreement covers an expanded set of projects at the intersection of Photonic’s expertise in distributed quantum computing and quantum networking technologies and TELUS’ industry experience and state-of-the-art PureFibre telecommunications network. This new agreement paves the way for the delivery of products and infrastructure supporting a range of commercial quantum solutions, from quantum data centres to nationwide encrypted networks for ultra-secure, tamper-evident transfer of information.

Photonic is accelerating the path to large-scale, fault tolerant quantum systems with their Entanglement First™ Architecture. This demonstration highlights an advantage of Photonic’s highly connected, modular system design – the ability to leverage established telecommunications infrastructure to achieve commercial scale. Ongoing access to TELUS’ world-class PureFibre network gives Photonic a real-world deployment environment as it delivers scalable distributed quantum computing and networking. 

Leave a comment »

BforeAI Threat Report: Romance Scams Proliferate Domain Registrations Ahead of Valentine’s Day

Posted in Commentary with tags on February 13, 2026 by itnerd

PreCrime™ Labs, the threat research division of BforeAI, has been analyzing a set of recent suspicious domain registrations around the theme of love and romance, in anticipation of the Valentine’s Day holiday.  The surge of malicious campaigns spans across phishing, gifting, dating apps, chat platforms, crypto, and potential pig butchering activities that could lead to loss of financial and personal information. This report analyzes over 3280 suspicious domains containing strings such as “love”, “valentine”, “dating”, “tinder”, and “matchmaking”, registered primarily between December 2025 and February 2026, and highlights patterns in top level domain (TLD) usage, registrar choice, and geographic lures, indicating both opportunistic fraud and coordinated campaign-style abuse.

Interestingly, a cluster of 280 domains registered under a single IP using Domain Generation Algorithm (DGA) was actively operational and hosting random content to engage users to lure them to interact before moving to the main campaign operation. 

The link to access the report is here: https://bfore.ai/report/romance-scams-proliferate-domain-registrations-valentines-day/

Leave a comment »

« Older Entries
Newer Entries »