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Feds Propose Online News Act Regulations, Meta Pushes Back
Canada's Minister of Canadian Heritage, Pascale St. Onge, announced on Friday proposed regulations to implement the Online News Act, aiming to ensure fair compensation for Canadian news organizations when their work appears on major digital platforms. However, the regulations were met with resistance from Meta, the parent company of Facebook, who dismissed the legislation as...
Apple Explains Why iCloud CSAM-Scanning Tool Axed
Apple revealed more details about its decision to abandon the development of a privacy-centric iCloud photo-scanning tool aimed at detecting child sexual abuse material (CSAM). The move comes after renewed pressure from child safety advocacy group Heat Initiative, which had been campaigning for Apple to do more in combatting the spread of CSAM. The Cupertino-based...
Razer’s Kishi V2 Xbox Edition Controller Brings a Much-Needed Feature
The Razer Kishi V2 Xbox Edition adds quality of life improvements to those dedicated to Xbox Cloud Gaming streaming.
The Medium Now Available on Mac Devices Running Apple Silicon
Bloober Team's The Medium is now available on all Apple silicon-powered Mac devices.
Tesla Launches New Model 3, Not in Canada Yet
In a move that further escalates the competition in the electric vehicle market, Tesla has launched its upgraded Model 3 in China, Europe, the Middle East and Australia, reports Tesla North. Now displayed on the company's website (click to change location to Australia for example), the new offering has a limited launch, and there's still...
Nintendo Reveals Mario Switch Prior to ‘Super Mario Wonder’ Debut
Fans of the Super Mario franchise are in for a treat this October, as Nintendo has announced a new Mario-themed Nintendo Switch and gave fans a sneak peek into the upcoming 'Super Mario Bros. Wonder' game during their Super Mario Bros. Wonder Direct video presentation today. Scheduled for launch on October 20, 'Super Mario Bros....
Tesla Cuts Model 3 Existing Inventory by Up to $6,500
In a surprising move, Tesla has slashed prices further on its existing Model 3 inventory in Canada, intensifying speculation about an upcoming refresh to the popular electric vehicle line, reports Tesla North. The Model 3 Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) now starts at $49,490 CAD, down from its original price of $54,990 CAD—a discount of $5,500. The...
Instagram Begins Suggesting Threads Posts to Boost Engagement
Instagram users worldwide have observed the emergence of a "For you on Threads" carousel, accompanied by a button to directly access the Threads app.
Threads Testing Search Feature in Australia and New Zealand
Threads, the social networking platform under Meta's umbrella, is taking another stride by testing a crucial addition to its capabilities: the ability to search.
Virgin Mobile Offering $35/40GB Promo Plan at CNE
Virgin Mobile is offering up a promo plan at the CNE, available from TBooth. The plan up for grabs is $35 per month with 40GB of data, available for 24 months only for bring your own device users. This was seen at the TBooth kiosk set up at the Enercare Centre, says RFD. A 40GB...
X App Coming to Tesla Vehicles for In-Car Entertainment
Tesla CEO Elon Musk recently confirmed plans to develop an official X app for Tesla vehicles, allowing owners to watch videos and possibly see the latest posts from X, reports Tesla North. The announcement was made in response to a user named Jenny, who asked how to watch X videos on a Tesla. "We will...
You Can Now Stop Facebook from Using Your Data for AI Training
Meta is offering Facebook users the ability to manage personal information that may contribute to the training of generative artificial intelligence models.
