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NEW PODCAST In this 2 part series, Paige and Regina sit down with Professor Ivan Kalmar to discuss the rise of populism, how it started, where it has manifested, and how it’s operationalized in the case of Hungary under Prime Minister Viktor Orban. http://www.munkgc.com//populism-in-the-21st-century-and-t/

WhatsApp collects various types of user information including location, status, calls, groups, and profile photos. If users agree to this new policy, they agree to share their phone numbers, IP addresses, and browsing information with Facebook. This metadata can be used to build comprehensive user profiles. In our latest NewsWatch article, Reetinder Kaur Chowdhary explores data privacy concerns around WhatsApp’s policy update. Check out the article below! #dataprivacy #technology https://www.munkgc.com//whatsapps-policy-update-stokes-da/

QAnon is unique in its potential for truly global influence. An October report prepared by the Department of National Defence for NATO military alliance planners predicted that right-wing extremism similar to QAnon would continue to rise around the world, fueled by increased internet exposure during COVID-19 lockdowns. In our latest NewsWatch article, Caitlin Manderville explores QAnon radicalization in todays digital climate. Check out the article below! #politics #technology https://www.munkgc.com//how-todays-digital-climate-made-q/

Beyond the pandemic, Minister Champagne will be responsible for a variety of issues, especially the long anticipated decision on 5G network technology, which will inevitably impact Canada’s relationship with China. He has also been mandated to support the implementation of the Universal Broadband Fund, the purpose of which is to support bringing reliable internet access to Indigenous Peoples and Canadians living in rural and remote communities. In our latest NewsWatch article, Azana Hyder explores what’s next for Canada’s new minister of innovation, science, and industry. Check out the article below! #Canadianpolitics #innovation https://www.munkgc.com//whats-next-for-canadas-new-minist/

Biden’s speech turned the spotlight to ideas and individuals who were neglected by the previous administration. From recognizing the need for racial justice, to acknowledging the planet’s warming crisis, the President spoke with poise and conviction. In our latest NewsWatch article, Christian Tramontin explores a new era under the Biden administration. Check out the article below! #USpolitics https://www.munkgc.com//from-carnage-to-courage-joe-biden/