AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoTrade War Fallout: Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canada was “attacked” after the U.S. pushed unacceptable last-minute demands, then Canada suspended talks and will match Trump’s 50% tariffs “dollar for dollar” starting Sept. 8, with retaliation aimed at protecting workers and key industries. Publishing & Books: Advocacy groups are urging the FTC to investigate AI firms that allegedly scan and shred physical books for training, raising fresh questions about competition and access to print culture. Canadian Publishing Expansion: Ize Press announced new releases at Anime NYC, including Whale Star: The Gyeongseong Mermaid and more Solo Leveling formats, with plans to expand into Spanish-language publishing and tabletop gaming. Book Culture & Reading: A Canadian library initiative is spotlighted for its French-craft inspired approach, while another story points to booming secondhand book sales tied to AI-era demand. Entertainment (Book-to-Screen): Apple TV’s Dark Matter, based on Blake Crouch’s novel, is climbing streaming charts ahead of Season 2.
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