AI and Streaming Services – Quibi
Upcoming streaming service Quibi is set to launch their mobile-only platform featuring short form videos or “entertainment bites” later this year. The streaming service is adapting to the way we use the internet today – primarily through our mobile devices. In addition to some unique features identified for some of the service’s upcoming shows (including […]
Why taking Facebook quizzes is a really bad idea
The following CBC article is an interesting read: https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/nova-scotia/tech-columnist-warns-against-taking-social-media-quizzes-for-fun-1.5442282. This article warns about the potential harm that can result from participating in seemingly innocent social media quizzes (ex. Which “Friends” Character Are You?). I think by now most of us are aware that social media enterprises like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, etc are collecting our personal […]
#BellLetsTalk
Today is the 10th Annual Bell Let’s Talk Day, a CSR campaign by Bell Canada to combat the stigma surrounding mental illness. The initial goal of the campaign was to start a conversation around mental health, with people being encouraged to share their experiences. This year, perhaps in response to criticism over inaction, the advertising […]
Huawei 5G Network in the UK
The UK government has recently decided to allow Huawei to build parts of its non-core 5G network. The approval comes with a number of conditions: Huawei’s share of the market will be capped at 35% and it will not be allowed to build its 5G network at sensitive locations, such as near military bases or […]
The Virtual ‘Spread’ of the Coronavirus
For those unaware, Lunar New Year was celebrated this past weekend. However, this year was different than many others – notably absent were the large gatherings at restaurants and the excitement of the holiday. Instead, family members opted for virtual well-wishes… and turning to anger on social media to post “vitriolic comments and mocking memes” […]
AI & Deep Fakes Presentation – January 28
Hello class, Chris and I will be presenting on Artificial Intelligence and more specifically ‘Deep Fakes’. Please have a look at these materials prior to our presentation to get an understanding of what we will be discussing. https://www.mcmillan.ca/What-Can-and-Should-the-Law-Do-About-Deepfake-An-Update Thank you, Anant & Chris
News of the Week; January 22, 2020
COMMUNICATIONS Comcast settles lying allegations, will issue refunds and cancel debts Four defendants settle, six remain in FTC illegal robocalling suit Verizon Launches New Private Search Engine In Hopes You’ve Forgotten Its Terrible Track Record On Privacy Verizon Kills Cable Contracts As TV Sector Finally Starts Listening To Cord Cutters. Kind Of. FCC shuts New […]
“New Study Suggests That YouTube’s Recommendation Algorithm Isn’t the Tool of Radicalization Many People Believe (At Least Not Anymore)”
“Basically, YouTube is pushing people towards mainstream media sources. Whether or not you think that’s a good thing is up to you. But at the very least, it doesn’t appear to default to extremism as many people note. Of course, that doesn’t mean that it’s that way for everyone. Indeed, there are some people criticizing […]
IP owners have recently gained a new tool in Canada – November 2019
“Intellectual property owners often face difficulty enforcing their rights against entities engaged in infringing activities on the Internet, in particular where concerted efforts are made to remain anonymous or the entities reside in foreign jurisdictions where enforcement may prove difficult.” “In the recent decision Bell Media Inc. v Goldtv.biz, 2019 FC 1432, the Federal Court […]
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