AGP Executive Report
Last update: a few seconds agoPublishing & Books: Jacob Tierney’s hockey romance adaptation Heated Rivalry is getting a physical-media push, and Tierney’s new behind-the-scenes book I’ll Believe in Anything (Oct. 13) promises a deep look at adapting Rachel Reid’s novels, with a foreword by Reid. Local Pride Reading: Belleville Public Library is curating Pride Month picks, including Christian Allaire’s memoir From the Rez to the Runway. AI & Media Policy: The European Parliament ordered Google changes to how U.K. publishers can manage generative AI search summaries, while a global coalition (including Canada’s Globe and Mail and CBC/Radio-Canada) is pushing for fair payment for news content used by AI. Tech Security (not books, but publishing-adjacent): A remote exploit targets Creative’s Sound Blaster Katana V2X, raising concerns about device trust and firmware updates. Community & Culture: Niagara Parks announced its free Sunday concert series at Queenston Heights Park for the bandshell’s 50th anniversary. Sports (Canadian culture tie-in): Lou Gehrig Day featured Matt Olson’s streak milestone in a Braves win over the Blue Jays.
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