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Spotify Claims Apple is Stalling its App Updates in EU
The move comes In the aftermath of the EU slapping Apple with a hefty $2.7 billion CAD fine over Spotify's grievances concerning App Store regulations.
Amazon Sale Cuts Fire TV Devices Up to 20% Off and More
Amazon has kicked off some sale on its own devices, offering up to 40% off in discounts, depending on the item. Fire TV devices are on sale for up to 20% off, such as the Soundbar, while Blink Smart Home security cameras and doorbells have been slashed by 40% off. Check out the Amazon devices...
CBC Paid $15 Million in Bonuses, Then Cut 800 Jobs: Report
The CBC is under scrutiny for issuing $14.9 million in bonuses in 2023, as revealed by access-to-information records obtained by the Canadian Taxpayers Federation (CTF) earlier this week. This move follows a December 2023 announcement by the CBC of impending layoffs affecting numerous employees, due to a $125 million budget shortfall. "CBC President Catherine Tait...
U.S. Doubles Canada’s Broadband Speed Benchmark with New Standard
The U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has updated its annual assessment criteria for broadband internet rollout in the United States, significantly raising the benchmark for high-speed fixed broadband. This change is the first major revision since 2015, now sets the standard at 100 megabits per second for downloads and 20 megabits per second for uploads,...
Toronto-Based Blacklyte Announced Partnership With Raptors Uprising Gaming Club
Blacklyte has announced its partnership with Raptors Uprising Gaming Club, proving gaming and lifestyle products.
Twitch Ending Support of Prime Video ‘Watch Parties’ on April 2
Twitch is ending the support of its pandemic-designed 'Prime Video Watch Party' feature on April 2nd, 2024.
Google I/O Developer Conference Set for May 14
Google has announced its annual developer conference will take place in May of this year. The company launched a “break the loop” puzzle to let people guess when its I/O conference would take place and it has been revealed for May 14, 2024, taking place from its Shoreline Amphitheater in Mountain View, California. Developers can...
Apple Canada Refurbished M3 iMac Now Available
Apple Canada launched refurbished M3 iMac desktops in its online store for the first time, made available on Monday (via MacRumors). The M3 iMac launched last October and refurbished units are now in Canada, after debuting in the U.S. back in February. M3 Chip iMac, 8-Core CPU, 8-Core GPU, Green: $1,439.00, Save $260.00 M3 Chip...
SpaceX Starship Flight: HD Video via Starlink at 27,000 km/h
Elon Musk’s SpaceX launched its third fight test of its Starship rocket on early Thursday, after receiving clearance from the FAA yesterday. Starship is the biggest rocket ever made and consists of the Starship spacecraft itself with six Raptor engines and its Super Heavy rocket booster. This reusable transportation system is built to reach the...
Netflix, CBC, APTN Launch ‘North of North’ Production in Nunavut
Today marks the launch of production in Nunavut for the comedy series 'North of North,' previously known as 'Untitled Arctic Comedy.' The series is co-commissioned by CBC and Netflix, in association with APTN. Its production is handled by Red Marrow Media and Northwood Entertainment. The series features a notable cast, including Mary Lynn Rajskub, known...
Apple Acquires Canadian AI Startup Based in Waterloo
Apple continues to build up its artificial intelligence portfolio, as according to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, the iPhone maker has acquired a Canadian AI startup. Waterloo, Ontario-based DarwinAI was gobbled up by Apple earlier this year, say sources, with employees now joining the AI division of the Cupertino-based company. DarwinAI, known for its advancements in AI...
Feds Ordered a Secret National Security Review of TikTok
In September 2023, the federal Liberals ordered a national security review of China-based TikTok, a move not publicly disclosed at the time, reports The Canadian Press. A spokesperson for Industry Minister Francois-Philippe Champagne told The Canadian Press, “This is still an ongoing case. We can’t comment further because of the confidentiality provisions of the Investment...