Canada's New Government Signals Shift in Digital and AI Policies
Canada's new government, led by Prime Minister Mark Carney, has signalled a shift in its approach to digital and AI policies. Evan Solomon, the current Minister for Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation, has pledged a change in direction, moving away from the previous government's focus on regulation and warnings.
The government has taken several steps to indicate this change. It has let the CRTC's decision on wholesale access to fibre broadband networks stand, reversing the previous government's approach. Additionally, the consultation on a proposed digital trade agreement with the European Union included unique issues, raising questions about the seriousness of the proposal and hinting at a new direction.
Prime Minister Carney has also shown openness to changes in the Online News Act, suggesting a potential policy shift. This is further evident in the government's elimination of the digital services tax, a move that was previously a key part of their campaign. The Prime Minister's shift in stance on digital policies is a clear departure from the Justin Trudeau approach.
The new AI and Digital Innovation Minister, Evan Solomon, has pledged to move away from 'over-indexing on warnings and regulation' on AI, signaling a significant change in approach. However, the U.S. Congress's pressure to rescind the Online Streaming Act may pose a challenge to these plans. Despite digital policies not being a major focus in the last election, the government's actions indicate a renewed focus on this area. Meanwhile, concerns remain about the potential privacy violations and constitutional issues raised by lawful access provisions in Bill C-2, the border bill.
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