By: Douglas Soltys
This Q&A appears in the 2026 BetaKit Most Ambitious issue. Read more stories of the Canadian tech innovators strengthening our autonomy, security, and prosperity here
Douglas Soltys is the Editor-in-Chief at BetaKit and founder of BetaKit Incorporated. He focuses on themes related to technology, software, security, and law enforcement, often exploring the intersection of these areas in his writing. Douglas has been featured in BetaKit, where he shares insights from his experiences with various companies and the ever-evolving tech landscape.
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