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Mark Zuckerberg’s Meta to Cut Thousands of Jobs Again, Says Report

Summary: Meta plans mass layoffs across various companies such as Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, Reality Labs Around 4,000 jobs are reportedly at risk, say unnamed sources Part of Zuckerberg's 2023 efficiency plan to trim spending Meta, the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, is preparing for another mass round of layoffs, sources working at the...

Netflix Basic with Ads Gets 1080p Upgrade in Canada, Up to 2 Streams

Netflix is making waves in Canada with its new ad-supported plan and paid password sharing initiative. In their Q1 2023 letter to shareholders released on Tuesday, the streaming giant highlighted the success of these endeavours in the Canadian market. The ad-supported plan, which offers a more affordable option for subscribers, has been a hit. Engagement...

Here are the Apps for Apple’s Upcoming Headset, Says Gurman

Summary: Apple is creating various software for its mixed-reality headset, including games, fitness, and collaboration tools. The headset will be unveiled in June and go on sale later, priced at $3,000. The company hopes to attract users with unique apps, eventually making the headset an iPhone replacement. Apple is working diligently to create a comprehensive...

WhatsApp New Features: Custom Stickers from Apple Photos and More

WhatsApp has updated its iPhone app today to introduce a new feature for custom stickers for Apple users, building upon some other new features introduced last week. The Meta-owned messaging app says you can now create your own custom stickers using photo cutouts from Apple Photos. The latest iOS 16 update lets you tap and...

Plex Picks Channel Coming to Canada in May, Viewership Triples

Summary: Plex triples Canadian viewership YoY, showcasing its success in the competitive streaming market. The platform announces the launch of its first owned and operated FAST channel, Plex Picks, set to debut in Canada on May 10. Plex expands its partnership efforts with Canadian-based content providers, enhancing its content library with diverse and premium-quality entertainment...

Facebook Wins Dismissal in Canada’s Cambridge Analytica Case

Summary: A judge dismissed the privacy watchdog's claim against Facebook in the Cambridge Analytica case. The watchdog failed to prove Facebook did not obtain valid consent or adequately protect users' information. The scandal involved the "This is Your Digital Life" app and was jointly investigated by the federal privacy commissioner and his B.C. counterpart. A...