AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoWildfire Emergency in B.C.: A fast-moving Bald Range blaze has triggered a provincial state of emergency, with more than 20,000 people evacuated and some airlifted as flames spread into the Summerland area. Long COVID Brain Changes: Canadian researchers report long COVID can involve lasting damage in the brain’s dopamine system, including about 18% fewer dopamine nerve endings linked to new apathy and depression. Music Licensing Crackdown: Sony and Universal are suing in Canada over Musi, an app that routes users to YouTube audio without music licenses, coordinated with IFPI and Music Canada. AI & Infrastructure in Canada: Coverage highlights Canada’s AI growth needs “compute sovereignty,” pointing to major data-centre plans like HIVE’s proposed AI factory in the GTA. Energy Tech Cooperation: NISO and Canada are teaming up on Nigeria’s power sector modernization, including digital transformation and renewable integration. Space/Tech Watch: Starlink is pushing into direct-to-cell mobile service, aiming to compete with major carriers by 2027. HealthTech Update: Health Canada approved Kardium’s Globe pulsed field system for a common heart problem. Science in the Spotlight: New work challenges the “dodo was dumb” myth, using Canadian-led CT scans to suggest smarter-than-expected bird behavior.
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