From the Editor: Nexus Shopping Guide

As we end the year, we can hopefully turn our attention to the holidays and the opportunity to gather with friends and family. And that inevitably means there are presents to buy. At Nexus, we’re here to help with a few light-hearted gift suggestions. Our tongue-in-cheek Nexus Shopping Guide is here with some ideas for that perfect gift, with the added benefit that these products are created by the very companies that you own in your Nexus portfolio.

1. Will you be hosting a family get-together or holiday party? What better way to stock up on the groceries you’ll need than with a trip to your local Metro. Or if you’d rather stay home, you can have food delivered straight to your door. While you’re making your selections, you can stock up on some freshly baked goods or try the Irresistible brand Christmas Yule Log Ice Cream. And don’t forget to collect your Moi loyalty bonus points at checkout.
2. There’s a good chance someone on your list needs a new phone. Or you’re looking for a better experience or want to check out the latest TikTok trend. If that’s the case, you might be interested in switching to one of TELUS’s mobility plans and upgrading your phone to the Google Pixel 10 at the same time.
3. If you have someone young on your list, or young at heart, Microsoft has some high-tech toys for you to consider. The Xbox is a popular choice for any gamer in your household, and both the Series X and Series S are the latest models. If you want options beyond just video games, the Surface line of personal computers is also available.
4. You might still be making purchases with cash, but it’s more likely you’ll use a credit card, especially when ordering online. So, consider charging those gifts to a Visa card. With the right financial plan in place, you’ll sleep peacefully at night knowing your budget can handle it. And if you are going to use a Visa credit card, you might as well get it from TD, RBC, or Scotia, and make sure it has a good rewards program so you can keep racking up even more points.
5. If none of these suggestions piques your interest and you are ready to plunge into the world of artificial intelligence, consider using Google’s Gemini 3 AI Agent. You can prompt it with information about the person you are shopping for, their likes, preferences, or anything that might be important. Then wait and see what options it selects for you.

With your shopping needs basically taken care of, you can relax as you read what else this issue has to offer. Harsh Narsinghani shares his insights into the current exuberance for artificial intelligence. Graham Meagher provides answers to some of your most frequently asked questions this year. You’ll also find a reading list of books suggested by Nexus team members and curated by Tricia Allen.

On behalf of everyone at Nexus, we wish you a happy and healthy holiday season.

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