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The Reddit blackout, explained: Why thousands of subreddits are protesting third-party app charges

The Reddit blackout, explained: Why thousands of subreddits are protesting third-party app charges

Thousands of Reddit discussion forums have gone dark this week to protest a new policy that will charge some third-party apps to access data on the site, leading to worries about content moderation and accessibility.
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Soaring demand has Victoria bike shop adding second location

Soaring demand has Victoria bike shop adding second location

Bicycleitis now on Oak Bay Avenue
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Lower Mainland’s Twilight Drive-In announces it will close

Lower Mainland’s Twilight Drive-In announces it will close

1 of B.C.’s last outdoor theatres will shutter at end of 2024 summer season, due to property taxes
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Bell cuts put Bill C-11, C-18 back in the spotlight as Meta tests blocking news

Bell cuts put Bill C-11, C-18 back in the spotlight as Meta tests blocking news

‘We’re still not going to be able to monetize our news content because Meta (will) turn it off’
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Global salmon farm company with B.C. ties backs land-based aquaculture in Japan

Global salmon farm company with B.C. ties backs land-based aquaculture in Japan

‘They must also realize that this is where the industry’s going’
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Bell cutting 1,300 positions, shuttering six radio stations

Bell cutting 1,300 positions, shuttering six radio stations

Company blames cuts on unfavourable public policy and regulatory conditions
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How Europe is leading the world in the push to regulate AI

How Europe is leading the world in the push to regulate AI

Lawmakers in Europe signed off Wednesday on the world’s first set of comprehensive rules for artificial intelligence , clearing a key hurdle as authorities across the globe race to rein in AI.
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B.C. port cargo loaders approve strike, but talks continue with maritime employers

B.C. port cargo loaders approve strike, but talks continue with maritime employers

Strike action could begin as soon as June 24 if negotiations do not progress
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Ex-Samsung exec charged with stealing trade secrets to create copycat chip factory in China

Ex-Samsung exec charged with stealing trade secrets to create copycat chip factory in China

South Korean prosecutors have arrested and indicted a former executive of Samsung Electronics suspected of stealing trade secrets while attempting to establish a copycat computer chip plant in China.
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Island brewery’s Lipslide Lager slips into third place at Canadian Brewing Awards

Island brewery’s Lipslide Lager slips into third place at Canadian Brewing Awards

Riot Brewing a frequent award recipient over the years
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