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Senior Officials Suspended Without Pay Over ArriveCan App Scandal
The federal government has suspended an assistant deputy minister and a director-general, both without pay, in a case involving alleged misconduct in the awarding of a federal contract related to the ArriveCan app, which cost taxpayers over $54 million dollars. Cameron MacDonald, assistant deputy minister at Health Canada, and Antonio Utano, a director-general at the...
DAZN to Stream UEFA Matches in Canada Through 2027
DAZN Canada has successfully retained exclusive broadcasting rights for UEFA club competitions, including the UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, and UEFA European Conference League, announced the company on Tuesday. The agreement, effective for the 2024/25 to 2026/27 seasons, ensures that these prestigious European football events will remain accessible exclusively on DAZN Canada, said the...
Feds, B.C. to Invest $600,000 to Expand High-Speed Internet
The federal government and B.C. have announced over $600,000 in combined funding for two CityWest projects aimed at bringing high-speed Internet to over 140 households in the communities of sḵelhp (formerly Saltery Bay) and Lund in British Columbia. "Reliable Internet is not a luxury—it is a necessity. Our government has made a historic commitment to...
First Apple Vision Pro Hands-On Reviews are Out
Image via The Verge Apple has lifted the embargo on the first controlled hands-on reviews of its upcoming headset, the Vision Pro. The company had a demo set up for select media and let them try on the Vision Pro and write about their brief controlled 30-minute experience. Apple took photos of these reviewers to...
Supreme Court Refuses Apple’s Epic App Store Review Bid
The US Supreme Court has dismissed Apple's appeal in an antitrust suit centered on its lucrative App Store, leading to a dip in the company stock.
Here are Apple Vision Pro Streaming Apps and Experiences at Launch
Apple has announced Apple Vision Pro entertainment apps and experiences that will be available at launch, ahead of the headset’s pre-orders this Friday, January 19, in the U.S. and its launch on February 2. Vision Pro features more pixels than a 4K TV for each eye and has an advanced Spatial Audio system, making it...
Apple Nabs First Place Ranking in the Smartphone Market in 2023, Topping out Samsung
Apple has beaten Samsung as the top-selling smartphone brand in the global market in 2023, a first for the iPhone maker.
Microsoft Reveals Copilot Pro, 365 Copilot Subscription and More
Microsoft is launching Copilot Pro, a premium subscription for its generative AI, introducing priority access to the latest models.
Ubisoft+ Launches Premium and Classics Plans in Canada
Ubisoft, in tandem with the early access release of "Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown," has announced significant changes to its subscription service, Ubisoft+. The service's previous plans, Ubisoft+ Multi-Access and PC Access, are being consolidated into Ubisoft+ Premium, which will feature day-one releases, early access to select games, premium editions, monthly rewards, and more....
Apple’s Silent Podcast Changes Hit Major Shows
Apple has silently altered key podcast metrics, such as disabling automatic downloads, impacting major shows and significant drops in listener numbers.
Uber Launches Mythbusting Campaign in Toronto
Uber has kicked off a campaign in Toronto to dispel myths and showcase its positive influence in the city, using social media, print, and TV.
Apple Discounts iPhone 15 in China Amid Demand Worries
Apple has introduced discounts of up to $70 on iPhone 15 in China, signaling potential concerns about diminishing demand for its flagship device.