Edition of Monday, July 13, 2026
Major Developments in AI Privacy and Infrastructure Mark Canada’s Progress
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- July 6 – July 12, 2026
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Covering July 6 – July 12, 2026
This week, Canada made significant strides in addressing AI privacy through Bill C-36 and by enhancing AI infrastructure and skills. These developments are crucial as they reshape the technological landscape, impacting developers and job seekers across the nation.
Theme of the week: Countries are prioritising AI security and infrastructure to remain competitive globally.
The week's developments
- Canada’s Bill C-36 was introduced to enhance privacy protections related to AI technologies, sparking debate on its effectiveness.
- Saudi Arabia’s Humain partnered with Canada’s Cohere to improve AI infrastructure, indicating increased international collaboration.
- The Alberta government allocated $50 million to the Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute (Amii) to boost AI research and adoption in the province.
- Apple filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, claiming the company misappropriated trade secrets, which could impact their future partnerships.
- Bill Ackman advised young Canadians to update their AI skills, highlighting the competitive job market influenced by advancing technology.