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Mental Health App ‘IGYB911’ Launched for First Responders
A new mobile app is offering first responders a safe and anonymous way to access mental health support. The IGYB911 app was created by the #IVEGOTYOURBACK911 campaign, founded by Elgin County, Ontario-based paramedics Shawn Taylor and Jill Foster in 2014. The campaign was created to support paramedics, police, fire, emergency telecommunications, nurses, corrections and military...
Costco Faces Proposed Class Action Lawsuit in Canada Over Pricing
Costco is being accused of overcharging Canadians who shop online and misleading them about shipping fees, according to a proposed class action lawsuit filed in Federal Court in Montreal. The lawsuit claims Costco violated Canada’s Competition Act by charging higher prices for products sold on Costco.ca, compared to those in its warehouses and providing misleading...
WaterField Unveils New Compact Shield Case for Mac mini
The case combines durability, functionality, and a sleek appearance, making it a must-have for developers, creatives, and professionals on the go.
Amazon Planning to Transform Alexa into a Generative AI Agent
Amazon is transforming Alexa assistant embedded in 500 million devices into a generative AI-driven "agent" designed to execute complex tasks.
Meta to Lay Off 5% of Workforce to Improve Performance Standards
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has announced plans to reduce its workforce by approximately 5%, targeting employees identified as low performers.
China’s New Export Controls Disrupt Apple’s Manufacturing Shifts
China's recent implementation of stringent export controls is disrupting the efforts of U.S. tech giants to diversify their manufacturing operations.
OnePlus 13R Now Available in Canada for $849, Here’s What You Need to Know
OnePlus has launched its OnePlus 13R in Canada for $849. Here's everything you need to know about the launch.
Niantic Announces Monster Hunter Now Collaborations With Monster Hunter Wilds
Niantic has announced a Monster Hunter Now collaboration with Capcom's Monster Hunter Wilds.
Trudeau’s Parliament Pause Leaves Huawei in Telco Networks [Update]
Telcos such as Iristel, Telus and Bell no longer have a law forcing a removal timeline for existing Huawei equipment from their networks, after Prime Minister Justin Trudeau shut down Parliament last week, effectively killing a key cybersecurity bill. Bill C-26 was meant to enforce the removal of Huawei gear from the country's telecom networks...
Feds Halt $5,000 EV Rebates as Money Has Run Out
The federal Incentives for Zero-Emission Vehicles (iZEV) program has officially paused as of January 12, 2025, explained Transport Canada on Sunday. The program, which provided rebates for purchasing or leasing new zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs), ran out of funds earlier than its planned end date of March 31, 2025, due to high demand. "This surge in...
Tim Cook’s Compensation Rises to $74.6 Million in 2024
In fiscal year 2024, Apple reported an 18% increase in CEO Tim Cook's total compensation, elevating his earnings to $74.6 million from $63.2 million in 2023.
iPhone Sales Drop Amidst Global Smartphone Market Growth
In 2024, the global smartphone market experienced a 4% year-over-year growth, rebounding after two years of decline, as highlighted by Counterpoint.