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Meta to build C$13 billion data center in Alberta for AI operations

Meta to build C$13 billion data center in Alberta for AI operations

Meta has announced plans for a 2.9 million square foot data center in Sturgeon County, marking the company’s first such investment in Canada. The project aims to support global artificial intelligence operations and will include significant infrastructure funding.

Business ·9 Jul 2026, 06:31 ·Elena Voss 3 min read
Id Software lays off 50 percent of its workforce in Xbox restructuring

Id Software lays off 50 percent of its workforce in Xbox restructuring

Id Software faces a period of uncertainty after a workforce reduction of approximately 50 percent. Industry observers express concern that the departure of key technical staff could impact the studio's proprietary id Tech engine.

Business ·8 Jul 2026, 17:34 ·Elena Voss 3 min read
SK Hynix 28 billion dollar US IPO draws heavy institutional demand

SK Hynix 28 billion dollar US IPO draws heavy institutional demand

SK Hynix 28 billion dollar US IPO draws heavy institutional demand

Business ·8 Jul 2026, 02:09 ·Elena Voss 3 min read
USPS raises price of first-class Forever stamp to 82 cents

USPS raises price of first-class Forever stamp to 82 cents

The U.S. Postal Service is increasing stamp prices and mailing fees to address financial instability and rising operational costs. See how the adjustments affect domestic and commercial shipping.

Business ·8 Jul 2026, 00:07 ·Elena Voss 3 min read
Xbox to cut 3,200 jobs and spin off four studios in major restructuring

Xbox to cut 3,200 jobs and spin off four studios in major restructuring

Microsoft is restructuring its Xbox division by cutting 20% of its workforce and divesting four studios to address profitability and internal complexity. The company also plans to flatten its management structure and consolidate operations under a new Chief Operating Officer.

Business ·7 Jul 2026, 00:07 ·Elena Voss 3 min read
Dollar near two-week lows

Dollar near two-week lows

Dollar near two-week lows

Business ·6 Jul 2026, 08:42 ·Elena Voss 3 min read
Molly Tea ordered to pay Louis Vuitton $1.5m for trademark infringement

Molly Tea ordered to pay Louis Vuitton $1.5m for trademark infringement

A Suzhou court ordered Molly Tea to pay damages and issue a public apology for infringing on seven of Louis Vuitton's registered four-petal flower trademarks.

Business ·6 Jul 2026, 06:35 ·Elena Voss 4 min read
Boutique condos likely to have more quality defects: BCA

Boutique condos likely to have more quality defects: BCA

Singapore's Building and Construction Authority reports a higher incidence of workmanship defects in small-scale boutique condo projects. New regulatory frameworks are now in place to hold developers accountable for construction quality.

Business ·6 Jul 2026, 04:36 ·Elena Voss 3 min read
Starlink imposes demand surcharges of up to 1,500 dollars on customers

Starlink imposes demand surcharges of up to 1,500 dollars on customers

SpaceX has implemented a dual-tracked pricing strategy that features steep demand surcharges alongside hardware and monthly plan discounts. The shift has caused user frustration regarding automated billing errors and limited high-speed alternatives in rural areas.

Business ·6 Jul 2026, 01:33 ·Elena Voss 3 min read
US and Japan Hold Key Patents In Rare Earth Tech, Study Finds

US and Japan Hold Key Patents In Rare Earth Tech, Study Finds

While China dominates global rare earth mining and processing, a new study finds that the US and Japan hold the core patents for advanced applications.

Business ·5 Jul 2026, 22:04 ·Elena Voss 3 min read
AMMON rejects sabotage claims

AMMON rejects sabotage claims

AMMON rejects sabotage claims

Business ·5 Jul 2026, 07:44 ·Elena Voss 3 min read
Roberts Bank Terminal 2 expansion to support new southern pipeline route

Roberts Bank Terminal 2 expansion to support new southern pipeline route

The federal government and British Columbia have launched a major infrastructure initiative to connect Alberta crude to Pacific markets via an expanded Roberts Bank terminal. The project aims to drive $3 billion in annual economic growth while facing scrutiny over potential environmental impacts.

Business ·3 Jul 2026, 23:39 ·Elena Voss 4 min read
AI token expenditure index declines as pricing power concerns mount

AI token expenditure index declines as pricing power concerns mount

A decline in the Silicon Data LLM Token Expenditure Index has fueled market skepticism regarding the sustainability of the current AI infrastructure boom.

Business ·3 Jul 2026, 18:34 ·Elena Voss 4 min read
Canada advances new West Coast pipeline to boost oil exports to Asia

Canada advances new West Coast pipeline to boost oil exports to Asia

Prime Minister Mark Carney and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith announced a joint partnership to construct a major oil pipeline to the Pacific Coast. The project aims to increase oil exports to Asia while incorporating new industrial carbon pricing and carbon capture commitments.

Business ·3 Jul 2026, 07:08 ·Elena Voss 3 min read
OpenAI discusses giving 5 percent stake to US government

OpenAI discusses giving 5 percent stake to US government

The proposal aims to align private AI development with public interests through an entity modeled after the Alaska Permanent Fund. OpenAI executives are engaging with administration officials regarding this potential legislative initiative.

Business ·2 Jul 2026, 13:01 ·Elena Voss 3 min read
Lactalis fined $59,400 for misleading fresh milk labelling

Lactalis fined $59,400 for misleading fresh milk labelling

Lactalis Australia has paid $59,400 in penalties for making misleading representations by labelling milk containing reconstituted ingredients as fresh.

Business ·2 Jul 2026, 10:07 ·Elena Voss 3 min read
OpenAI proposes giving US government 5% stake to ease political scrutiny

OpenAI proposes giving US government 5% stake to ease political scrutiny

OpenAI is in discussions to offer the U.S. government a 5% equity stake in the firm as a strategy to distribute the economic gains of artificial intelligence.

Business ·2 Jul 2026, 09:31 ·Elena Voss 3 min read
Trump reported over $1 billion in income from crypto ventures last year

Trump reported over $1 billion in income from crypto ventures last year

A federal financial disclosure reveals that President Donald Trump's cryptocurrency initiatives generated over $1 billion in 2025. The earnings have drawn scrutiny regarding potential conflicts of interest.

Business ·1 Jul 2026, 13:38 ·Elena Voss 3 min read
Anthropic restores access to Fable and Mythos after US lifts export ban

Anthropic restores access to Fable and Mythos after US lifts export ban

Following a weeks-long standoff with the Trump administration, Anthropic is permitted to export its advanced AI systems under new security agreements.

Business ·1 Jul 2026, 09:33 ·Elena Voss 3 min read
Trump drops restrictions on Anthropic's Mythos and Fable models

Trump drops restrictions on Anthropic's Mythos and Fable models

Trump drops restrictions on Anthropic's Mythos and Fable models

Business ·1 Jul 2026, 07:36 ·Elena Voss 3 min read