Tech
China says door open to trade talks, but slams tech controls
Beijing is vehemently protesting the Trump administration’s decision last week to impose controls on exports of computer chips.
Microsoft deal means more access for all Canadian public servants: minister
Includes more digital communication tools for public servants with disabilities.
Meng Wanzhou extradition case raises ‘serious concerns,’ defence lawyer says
Trump has said he’d intervene in the case if it would help secure a trade deal with Beijing.
Zuckerberg promises a privacy friendly Facebook, sort of
The tech giant’s CEO said he isn’t currently worried about denting Facebook’s profits with the increased emphasis on privacy.
Huawei opens Brussels security lab in bid to reassure EU [UPDATED]
The US has been lobbying allies to shun Huawei.
Autonomous car testing plan aims to boost public confidence
New reporting requirements in Pittsburgh.
Google to invest US$13B in new US offices, data centres
The company will have a physical presence in 24 states by the end of the year.
Huawei announces 5G smartphone based on own technology
The firm is spending heavily to develop its own chips.
Uber restarts modified self driving testing in Toronto focused on AI
The Toronto testing will focus on development and data collection for the company’s artificial intelligence systems.
Apple deepens Austin ties, expands operations east and west
There are already 6,000 Apple employees in Austin.
Detention of Canadians raises stakes in China-US-Canada row
It’s unclear if the arrest of two Canadians in China is retaliation for the arrest of Huawei’s CFO Meng Wanzhou in Vancouver.
AP Exclusive: Walmart US CEO talks technology, workers
Greg Foran, who used to head Walmart’s China business, says he’s always looking to new technology that improves efficiency.
Montreal to host annual world artificial intelligence summit through 2021
Quebec’s largest city has become a global hub for research in AI.
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Facebook unveils Quest, its new virtual reality headset
Stand-alone device that won’t require a smartphone or a connection to a personal computer.
