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Unifor to CRTC: Don’t Let Streamers Duck Broadcasting Rules
Unifor, the union representing Canadian media workers, is calling on the federal broadcasting regulator to stop giving foreign streaming services a free ride. At the last week of the CRTC's hearing today, July 3, Unifor’s media director Randy Kitt argued that companies like Netflix, Disney, and Apple should be treated the same as Canadian broadcasters...
Samsung’s First Tri-Fold Phone Breaks Cover in New Leak
Animation files hidden within the latest One UI 8 software build reveal what appears to be Samsung’s tri-fold flagship, possibly called the "Galaxy G Fold"
Amazon Canada to CRTC: ‘We Are Not’ Your Cable TV Company
Amazon Canada has pushed back on comparisons to traditional cable providers during a regulatory hearing, telling the CRTC that Prime Video and Amazon Music are helping Canadian creators—not operating like legacy broadcasters. The company spoke today at the ongoing CRTC hearing titled, The Path Forward - Working Towards a Sustainable Canadian Broadcasting System. “Now, we...
Apple Shelves Foldable iPad Plans — For Now: Report
Apple has reportedly hit the brakes on the development of its long-rumoured foldable iPad, according to a new report from DigiTimes
iPhone 17 Pro Max to Feature Biggest Battery Yet: Report
Apple’s upcoming iPhone 17 Pro Max could feature the largest battery ever in an iPhone, according to a new leak making waves online
Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer Isn’t Retiring ‘Anytime Soon’, Microsoft Insists
Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer isn't planning to retire "anytime soon" according to the company.
Apple Officially Joins Threads
Apple has officially joined the Meta-owned social media platform Threads.
Meta Brings Private Messaging to Threads
Meta has announced a major update for Threads, bringing direct messaging and a new highlighting feature to the app as it celebrates its second anniversary
Foxconn Recalls Chinese Workers from iPhone Plants in India: Report
Apple partner Foxconn has pulled back hundreds of Chinese engineers and technicians from its iPhone manufacturing operations in India
WhatsApp Adds AI Support, Voice Calls and More for Businesses
WhatsApp is rolling out new features to make it easier for businesses to reach customers, manage campaigns, and offer support—all from one place. Announced at Meta’s Conversations 2025 conference in Miami on July 1, the updates focus on making WhatsApp more useful for marketing and customer service. Businesses can now manage ads across WhatsApp, Facebook,...
CBC to CRTC: Apple, Google, Amazon Are Burying Canadian Content
CBC/Radio-Canada told the CRTC today that Canadian voices are being buried on digital platforms dominated by foreign tech giants. At a July 2 hearing today, the public broadcaster called out smart TV makers and online platforms for not doing enough to promote Canadian content. The hearings are part of the CRTC's 'The Path Forward –...
Microsoft to Cut 9,000 Jobs, Hitting Xbox and Candy Crush Divisions
Microsoft is laying off about 9,000 workers—roughly 4% of its global workforce—as the tech giant kicks off its 2026 fiscal year with another round of job cuts. The layoffs continue at Microsoft. The layoffs will hit teams across different regions and departments, including major impacts to its gaming units like Xbox and the Barcelona-based Candy...