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- North Korea Is Building AI Into Cyber Operations
Matthew Leo · August 11, 2026 · NewsResearchers found local AI tools inside infrastructure attributed to North Korea’s Kimsuky group. The evidence matters, but the familiar attack behaviour matter…
- Meta’s One-GPU AI Could Matter More Than Benchmarks
Matthew Leo · August 11, 2026 · AIMeta’s Muse Glimmer runs local AI agents on one capable computer. For Canadian organizations, privacy, hardware and security matter more than another benchmark …
- Clear Google Storage Without Deleting the Wrong Files
Matthew Leo · August 9, 2026 · GuidesGoogle storage is shared across Gmail, Drive and Photos. Free space by reviewing the largest recoverable items first without destroying an essential backup.
- Fix an iPhone That Drains Battery While Sitting Idle
Matthew Leo · August 9, 2026 · GuidesAn iPhone losing substantial charge overnight may be fighting weak signal, background activity or battery wear. Run one controlled test before changing everythi…
- Apple’s China AI Deal Splits Siri by Geography
Matthew Leo · August 9, 2026 · AIApple’s Qwen integration in mainland China shows that one device can now contain different AI providers, capabilities and privacy relationships across borders.
- Meta’s Child-Safety Judgment Is a Warning for Canada
Matthew Leo · August 9, 2026 · Business & PolicyA US$567-million judgment found Meta liable under New Mexico law. Its findings show Canada where child-safety legislation needs precision rather than slogans.
- Satellite SOS in Canada: Which Phones Work in 2026?
Matthew Leo · August 9, 2026 · GadgetsSatellite SOS now reaches recent iPhones, Pixels and select Galaxy phones in Canada, but the services are not equal. Check what works before you leave coverage.
- How to Stop Spam Calls in Canada Without Missing Real Calls
Matthew Leo · August 9, 2026 · GuidesThe right setup can reduce unwanted calls without hiding doctors, schools or deliveries. Layer Canada’s Do Not Call List, carrier tools and phone filters.
- How to Check If Your Email Was Exposed in a Breach
Matthew Leo · August 9, 2026 · GuidesAn old breach result does not always mean your inbox was hacked today. Check safely, read what was exposed and secure the accounts that matter most.
- Microsoft 365 Features Stop Here for Windows 10
Matthew Leo · August 9, 2026 · Software & AppsMicrosoft 365 reaches its last feature release on Windows 10 this month, but the apps will not suddenly stop working. The security and support dates are differe…
- B.C.’s New Auto-Renewal Rules Put Subscriptions on Notice
Matthew Leo · August 9, 2026 · Business & PolicyBritish Columbia’s new subscription rules make long renewals harder to hide and cancellations easier to prove. Here is what changed on August 1 and how to use i…
- 5G vs LTE: Which Setting Saves More Phone Battery?
Matthew Leo · August 8, 2026 · GadgetsLTE-only can help in weak coverage, but automatic 5G is a better default for most Canadians. A simple two-day test will show what works on your phone and route.
- Your Phone Is Gone: What Canadians Should Do First
Matthew Leo · August 8, 2026 · GuidesA missing phone can expose email, banking and the number used to reset other accounts. Locate it, lock it and protect the line with this Canadian action order.
- How to Spot a Fake Online Store Before You Pay
Matthew Leo · August 8, 2026 · GuidesA polished design, sponsored ad and HTTPS padlock do not prove an online store is real. Use this two-minute Canadian checkout test before sharing your card deta…
- EU AI Act Rules Now Reach Canadian AI Businesses
Matthew Leo · August 8, 2026 · Business & PolicyA major stage of the EU AI Act took effect on August 2, 2026, and some duties reach companies outside Europe. Canadian AI teams should map their roles, users an…
- Google’s Flock Camera Error Exposes AI Search’s Weak Spot
Matthew Leo · August 8, 2026 · AIGoogle’s AI search turned an online joke about Flock cameras into a confident answer. The error shows why a list of links is not the same as verified evidence.
- Meta's Alberta Data Centre Needs More Answers
Matthew Leo · August 6, 2026 · AIMeta's planned C$13-billion Alberta AI campus promises jobs and investment at enormous scale. The province still needs measurable answers on power, emissions, w…
- How to Find an AirTag That Is Tracking You
Matthew Leo · August 6, 2026 · GuidesAn unknown tracker alert can have an innocent cause or signal a real safety risk. Learn how to find the device, save evidence and decide when to disable it.
- Can You Bring a Power Bank on a Canadian Flight?
Matthew Leo · August 6, 2026 · GuidesPower banks belong in carry-on baggage, and 2026 rules now place tighter limits on their size, number, storage and use. Check this list before a Canadian flight…
- Pixel 11 Preorders Open August 12. Do Not Rush
Matthew Leo · August 6, 2026 · GadgetsGoogle has confirmed the Pixel 11 and an August 12 preorder date in Canada, but not the details needed for a smart purchase. Use this checklist before launch-da…