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AI Minister Backs Anthropic’s ‘Responsible’ Mythos Rollout as Regulation Tightens

  Artificial Intelligence Minister Evan Solomon will meet with Anthropic leaders in response to concerns about the company’s new AI model. Canada’s Artificial Intelligence Minister says Anthropic is taking a “responsible and safety‑first approach” with its newly announced Mythos model family — a comment that comes as governments worldwide race to regulate rapidly advancing AI systems. According to public statements, the minister highlighted Anthropic’s emphasis on model transparency, safety evaluations, and controlled deployment , noting that these practices align with Canada’s push for clearer AI accountability standards. While the remarks were not tied to any specific policy change, they signal growing government interest in how frontier AI models could affect everything from cybersecurity to labour markets. For markets, the reaction has been modest but notable. AI‑linked equities — particularly cloud providers and chipmakers — saw small early‑morning gains , reflecting inves...

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Royal Welcome: King Charles and Queen Camilla Captivate Ottawa Crowds

Thousands of enthusiastic royal watchers gathered in Ottawa to welcome King Charles III and Queen Camilla during their highly symbolic visit to Canada. The royal couple arrived on Monday afternoon, greeted by Prime Minister Mark Carney, Governor General Mary Simon, and Indigenous leaders.  

Their first stop was Lansdowne Park, where they met with community members and took part in a ceremonial puck drop at a street hockey game. Later, they traveled to Rideau Hall, where King Charles planted a blue beech tree, a symbol of resilience and heritage.  

The visit comes at a crucial time, as Canada seeks to reaffirm its sovereignty amid political tensions with the United States. The highlight of the trip will be King Charles delivering the Speech from the Throne, marking the first time a monarch has done so in Canada since 1977.  

The royal visit has been met with excitement, with crowds spontaneously breaking into renditions of God Save the King and O Canada. As the King and Queen continue their engagements, their presence serves as a reminder of Canada's deep-rooted ties to the monarchy and its distinct national identity.

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