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Google adds Gemini AI tool to generate short music tracks

Mon, 23rd Feb 2026
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Google's Gemini app can now spin 30-second AI songs from text or images using its new Lyria 3 model, with built-in SynthID watermarks.
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Google funds online safety programs for Canadian youth

Fri, 20th Feb 2026
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Google.org is investing over CAD $1.4 million in Kids Help Phone and Boys & Girls Clubs of Canada to bolster youth online safety programs.
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YouTube sets 2026 agenda on creators, kids & AI tools

Thu, 22nd Jan 2026
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YouTube sets 2026 agenda with tougher child safety tools, bigger creator payouts and expanded AI across production and viewing.
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Adobe adds dedicated YouTube Shorts tools to Premiere

Sat, 13th Dec 2025
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Adobe has built a dedicated YouTube Shorts workspace into Premiere mobile, letting creators edit vertical clips and upload directly in-app.
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K-pop & gaming lead YouTube trends among Canadians in 2025

Wed, 3rd Dec 2025
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K-pop tracks and gaming content dominated YouTube trends in Canada for 2025, highlighting the country's diverse music and creator communities.
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K-pop & gaming lead YouTube trends for Canadians in 2025

Tue, 2nd Dec 2025
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K-pop and gaming dominated YouTube trends in Canada for 2025, with hit songs and creators shaping a diverse digital cultural landscape.
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Adobe brings Premiere tools to YouTube Shorts for mobile creators

Wed, 29th Oct 2025
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Adobe and YouTube partner to bring Premiere mobile editing tools to YouTube Shorts, enhancing short-form video creation for millions of creators globally.
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Adobe to integrate Google's AI into creative apps for business

Wed, 29th Oct 2025
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Adobe will integrate Google Cloud's AI models into its creative apps, boosting content creation for businesses and professionals with tailored, scalable tools.
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YouTube launches new hub to boost brand-creator ties in Canada

Thu, 25th Sep 2025
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YouTube Canada has launched new tools, including the Creator Partnerships Hub and BrandConnect API, to boost collaboration between brands and creators.
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Google DeepMind unveils major generative AI updates for creators

Thu, 22nd May 2025
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Google DeepMind unveils generative AI models Veo 3, Imagen 4, Lyria 2 and Flow, enhancing video, image, music and filmmaking for creators.
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YouTube at 20: Canadian creators reflect on culture & growth

Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
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YouTube celebrates 20 years, with Canadian creators contributing CAD $1.8 billion to GDP and inspiring a global audience through diverse content and innovation.