The Peak Daily

Like us, you may have thought your school days were behind you when you collected your expensive piece of paper at graduation, but with this AI thing apparently not going anywhere, we might all be hitting the books again soon. Are you self-conscious about your spending? Luckily, you don’t have to broadcast it to the entire nation like the federal government will do later today in its fall economic...

We’ve been glued to our phones following the drama unfolding at the world’s (arguably) most important AI company so that you don’t have to . SpaceX made progress in the second test flight of its Starship rocket, but the program’s success is still far from certain. To the surprise and delight  (emphasis on the surprise)  of the world, Xi Jinping’s second face-to-face meeting with Joe Biden actually...

AI could force us to find a new go-to topic for small talk by bringing about a future where we already know everything about the weather. Fed up with trying to crack the code of Tesla’s low manufacturing costs, GM decided it would just buy the EV maker’s secret weapon. The body in charge of certifying family doctors in Canada is throwing the Uno reverse card at planned new training regulations. Ce...

As Canada’s opioid crisis continues, new enforcement measures in China could help restrict the flow of deadly substances to our shores. Like us signing up for beer league hockey, Netflix is dipping its toes into sports just to see how things play out. Vaping is so 2021. These days, nicotine pouches are the vice of choice for many teens, and health experts are warning that it’s a serious problem. C...

As Canadians struggle with the rising cost of living, pressure is mounting on the federal government to carve up its flagship climate policy like a Thanksgiving turkey. After almost a decade of delays, the world’s largest fusion reactor has finally achieved a key milestone. We’ve all had to give up some luxuries amidst rising inflation — it’s been  sooo  long since we’ve bought a fancy jar of fig...

As Canadians struggle with the rising cost of living, pressure is mounting on the federal government to carve up its flagship climate policy like a Thanksgiving turkey. After almost a decade of delays, the world’s largest fusion reactor has finally achieved a key milestone. We’ve all had to give up some luxuries amidst rising inflation — it’s been  sooo  long since we’ve bought a fancy jar of fig...

Kind of like how every streamer released an epic fantasy show after  Game of Thrones  was a massive hit, drugmakers are all angling to produce the next blockbuster weight loss drug. We’ve all come across job postings with ludicrous experience requirements (10 years for an entry-level position???), and no one knows that pain more than foreign-trained workers. Like a dinner party guest who doesn’t k...

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith announced yesterday that the province is planning to radically restructure its healthcare system. Rarely can one event kill off an entire industry, but that’s exactly what happened to airship travel when the LZ 129  Hindenburg  burst into flames above New Jersey in 1937. Whether you’re at a family get-together or surfing online, politics can be a  dicey topic to expl...

Not all heroes wear capes: Canada’s telecom regulator is trying to make your phone bill  a little  less daunting. Raise your on-tap kombuchas for a toast to WeWork, which burned far too bright and way too fast. To any wine moms or vino snobs who may be reading, make sure you’re sitting down with a chilled pinto grigio before looking at this next story. You might find it too upsetting. Celebrating...

Just like you with your ex, the general public has fallen out of love with dating apps. The maker of Fortnite is hoping to score a victory royale against one of the titans of tech. Social media platforms are bracing for a potentially rough quarter, but they do have one hope: those “tap here to buy now” ads. Celebrating something? Let us know here: https://thepeak.typeform.com/to/MNdYA3TO

Out of all the jobs under threat from AI, we certainly didn’t have Instagram influencers at the top of our list. Want your late-night Big Mac order to arrive at least a little bit warm? Better tip your delivery driver ahead of time. Want to feel old? The median age in Africa is  just shy  of 19. Celebrating something? Let us know here: https://thepeak.typeform.com/to/MNdYA3TO

Celebrity memoirs aren’t just a source of gossip-worthy headlines… they’ve also been giving the publishing industry a needed shot in the arm. Pros of Canadian currency compared to US currency: Comes in several fun colours, and features the majestic loon. Cons of Canadian currency compared to US currency: It’s less valuable, and dropping lower. Canadians are turning away from economic surveys, a de...

Stellantis executives looked around, saw the numerous drawn-out strikes that have happened this year, and told striking workers, “ Let’s get this over with .” The US government is rolling out some new house rules for AI developers. New numbers suggest that Canada’s bail system is more backed up than our stomachs after a bunch of fast food. Celebrating something? Let us know here: https://thepeak.t...

Stellantis executives looked around, saw the numerous drawn-out strikes that have happened this year, and told striking workers, “ Let’s get this over with .” The US government is rolling out some new house rules for AI developers. New numbers suggest that Canada’s bail system is more backed up than our stomachs after a bunch of fast food. Celebrating something? Let us know here: https://thepeak.t...

Stellantis executives looked around, saw the numerous drawn-out strikes that have happened this year, and told striking workers, “ Let’s get this over with .” The US government is rolling out some new house rules for AI developers. New numbers suggest that Canada’s bail system is more backed up than our stomachs after a bunch of fast food. Celebrating something? Let us know here: https://thepeak.t...

New research is putting the harmful metal content of chocolate under the microscope again, but don’t go tossing the kids’ trick-or-treat haul just yet. If your favourite AI image generator starts spitting out some weird stuff, we may have an explanation. For months now, officials have been saying that the 800,000 foreign students at Canadian universities and colleges are putting too much pressure...

Carnival Cruise Lines soon might have to spend a little bit less on  cruise ship roller coasters  and a little bit more on Covid lawsuit settlements. One in every three Canadians are  buying more store brands  to offset food inflation. On the heels of a record-breaking wildfire season, the country is turning to AI for solutions. Celebrating something? Let us know here: https://thepeak.typeform.com...

Carnival Cruise Lines soon might have to spend a little bit less on  cruise ship roller coasters  and a little bit more on Covid lawsuit settlements. One in every three Canadians are  buying more store brands  to offset food inflation. On the heels of a record-breaking wildfire season, the country is turning to AI for solutions. Celebrating something? Let us know here: https://thepeak.typeform.com...

Like an angsty teen who took the car out without permission, Cruise has lost its driving privileges for the time being. If you’re looking for some early Christmas gift ideas, nothing spreads holiday cheer  quite  like a doomsday survival kit. The comments section of a Facebook post typically isn’t a place for intelligent debate between great minds… but sometimes, it is. Celebrating something? Let...

Make some room! International migration to advanced economies reached an  all-time high  last year, with estimates suggesting a further influx this year, per new OECD stats. Shipping traffic at a key Canadian transportation artery has ground to a halt. No, there isn’t a  400-metre-long container ship  blocking the Seaway, just 361 workers walking off the job. Three things are certain in life: Deat...

If you've ever returned from a trip to the States and wished we had Trader Joe's here too, Industry Minister François-Philippe Champagne is with you—and not just to get easier access to the  World's Puffiest White Cheddar Corn Puffs , either. While basketball fans will be focused on the NBA season tip-off this week,  business  fans will be more focused on the massive shake-up happening in media th...

41 Canadian diplomats leave india. Toronto’s Pearson airpot rolls out autonomous safety robot Tesla’s profits fell 44% last quarter thanks, in part, to vehicle price cuts. Celebrating something? Let us know here: https://thepeak.typeform.com/to/MNdYA3TO

Scotiabank is the latest Canadian bank to roll out cost-cutting measures It looks increasingly unlikely that SBF will beat seven federal criminal charges Netflix is adding sponsorship and ads that target binge-watchers to draw more advertisers to its platform. Celebrating something? Let us know here: https://thepeak.typeform.com/to/MNdYA3TO

The Senate’s national finance committee studied a bill that would create a framework for universal basic income (UBI) in Canada. Salad start-up Sweetgreen welcomes robot overlords (sort of) Governments pledge nearly $1 billion in subsidies for an EV battery plant. Celebrating something? Let us know here: https://thepeak.typeform.com/to/MNdYA3TO Check out the the Mcdonalds drive through here .

Weed has been legal in Canada for 5 years, what’s gone right and wrong? Meta has become the latest billion-dollar company to officially enter the smart glasses market with the second iteration of its design with Ray-Bans. There are 100,000 fewer business owners in Canada than 20 years ago. Celebrating something? Let us know here: https://thepeak.typeform.com/to/MNdYA3TO