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Canadians demand strict AI regulation, oppose data centers

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A recent Angus Reid poll indicates that 68% of Canadians favor strict AI regulation, even at the cost of slower development. The public sentiment contrasts sharply with the government's approach, which emphasizes adoption and investment in AI companies. Many Canadians are also wary of large data centers, suggesting a disconnect between public concerns and official policy. AI

IMPACT Highlights a significant public demand for stringent AI regulation, potentially influencing future government policy and industry development in Canada.

RANK_REASON Cluster reports on public opinion and government policy regarding AI regulation and infrastructure, indicating a significant societal and political stance. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=3 ai=0.4]

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Canadians demand strict AI regulation, oppose data centers

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  1. Mastodon — fosstodon.org TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    Angus Reid data shows 68% of Canadians want heavy regulation of AI, even if it slows development, and would oppose a large data centre planned near their home.

    Angus Reid data shows 68% of Canadians want heavy regulation of AI, even if it slows development, and would oppose a large data centre planned near their home. The government is way offside with Canadians on this. Telling them to become “literate” isn’t going to work. https:// an…

    LINKS angusreid.org/ai-regulation-canada
  2. Mastodon — fosstodon.org TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    A sober take from @ ShachiKurl of Angus Reid Institute of how Canadians are not on side with Mark Carney’s enthusiastic approach to AI or data centres. They are

    A sober take from @ ShachiKurl of Angus Reid Institute of how Canadians are not on side with Mark Carney’s enthusiastic approach to AI or data centres. They aren’t uninformed or illiterate; they simply experience the sides of AI the government prefers not to focus on. # tech # ai…

    LINKS mstdn.ca/@ShachiKurl
  3. Mastodon — fosstodon.org TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    I love having a prime minister who completely buys into the tech industry’s framing of AI, such that he’s throwing billions of dollars at AI companies and pushi

    I love having a prime minister who completely buys into the tech industry’s framing of AI, such that he’s throwing billions of dollars at AI companies and pushing more Canadians into relying on their shitty products. To him, the core issue is “engagement and adoption,” regardless…

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