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New Zealand's Evolving Approach To Regulating Space Activities - World Space Week 2025 | JD Supra
For World Space Week 2025, DLA Piper is exploring how the space industry is evolving in jurisdictions around the world. To read about developments in other countries, including in relation to the European Union (EU) Space Act, see the firm’s landing page.
Watch this space: New Zealand's regulatory regime is preparing for liftoff
Over the past few years, we have seen celebrities travel into space, the resurgence of cult classics like Dune, Star Trek and Star Wars, and Samantha Harvey's Orbital become the first book set in space to win the Booker Prize. Space is also capturing the attention of innovators, business leaders and economists, with the global space economy estimated to be worth USD1.8 trillion by 2035 (adjusted for inflation), up from USD630 billion in 2023 (McKinsey).
From Innovation to Implementation: Regulating AI in Aotearoa New Zealand
It’s fair to say that Aotearoa New Zealand’s approach to regulation (and empowerment) of the rapid adoption of AI-enabled solutions has been conspicuous in its absence to date. New Zealand’s Privacy Commissioner is the only regulator to have released substantive guidance for businesses adopting AI-enabled solutions (see our thoughts on that here).
Video: Sweat The Small Things & Be Ready For The Big Things — Dean Blundell's Sports, News, Podcast Network
This may counter everything you’ve been told in life, but I believe that if you sweat the small stuff, you’re ready for the big stuff. You may have heard others say, take care of the little things. It’s the same concept and something I wish I had done with my everyday life. Like most humans, I have flaws, and I too often let the little things pass, and the big things get that much more challenging.
Best Of 2022: You're Taking Part in Dry January? Cool. Now could you shut the F*%k Up Already? — Dean Blundell's Sports, News, Podcast Network
I’m not sure what the proper term is for people who chase and partake in internet fads. I call them “PLEASE shut the fuck up already.” Seems there was one social media-driven fad which may be a flash variant bred from Covid lockdown excess. The kids are calling it “Dry January.” It’s where you don’t drink for a month and post non-fucking-stop about it on every single social media outlet you have access to. What happens on February 1st?
Doug Ford’s Civil RICO is a Reality Show Justin Trudeau needs to Shelve — Dean Blundell's Sports, News, Podcast Network
They shot a movie once, in Premier Doug Ford’s hometown. Its title was Run This Town, and it chronicled a chunk of Toronto’s Four Lost Years under his brother Rob Ford, whose out-of-control administration put the city on websites across the world for all the wrong reasons. The sad mini-biopic was well received by critics, but suffered from an untimely March 2020 opening.
Hedley Lead Singer, Jacob Hoggard, Sentenced To Five LONG Years In Jail For Rape — Dean Blundell's Sports, News, Podcast Network
The trial was four years in the making, and it took a month to come up with sentencing because the Ottawa woman’s details of Hoggard’s assault were that disgusting. If there are two victims, there are probably dozens. Hoggard’s sentence reflected that, and Justice Gillian Roberts said she believed every ounce of the victim’s story. She sentenced Hoggard to 5 long years, and Hoggard is in chains waiting for a bail review.
We deserve inquiry, but it won't show EA misuse — Dean Blundell's Sports, News, Podcast Network
While the Emergencies Act inquiry continues in Ottawa, social media is rife with bots and trolls. They make hashtags trend, like #EmergenciesActInquiry, or antiquated terms like ‘War Measures Act,’ which hasn’t been law in Canada for close to 40 years. Their goal is farming fake anger over a necessary step in the democratic process (oversight like this inquiry is built into the mechanics of the bill).
VIDEO: Messi Scores A Spectacular Goal in PSG Victory — Dean Blundell's Sports, News, Podcast Network
Soccer’s back and PSG star Lionel Messi scored a spectacular goal that added to his case as the greatest player to ever step on the pitch. Soccer fans rejoiced this weekend, with most significant leagues kicking off their 2022/2023 season. With the World Cup being delayed due to the hot summer weather in host country Qatar, most pro leagues had to adjust their schedules and start early.
VIDEO: Lorenzo Insigne Scores Game Winner For TFC in Thriller VS Nashville — Dean Blundell's Sports, News, Podcast Network
Toronto FC picked up three crucial points Saturday night, defeating Nashville 4-3 on the road. The night was even better because Italian international Lorenzo Insigne scored his first goal for the Reds since arriving in the MLS. The first 17-minutes of the game weren’t looking great for TFC. Even though they dominated possession, Nashville looked like the better team.
Another Canadian Sports Governing Body “Mishandled” Sexual Assault Allegations — Dean Blundell's Sports, News, Podcast Network
Another Canadian governing body has failed to do the right thing and made light of sexual assault. Following Hockey Canada’s footsteps, Canada Soccer has been found to “mishandle” sexual harassment allegations. Former under-20 women’s coach Bob Birarda has been convicted of sexual assault and sexual touch. An independent review has concluded Canada Soccer did a poor job of handling the allegations. The report by McLaren Global Sport Solution says Canada Soccer was dysfunctional and inefficient.
Former Bayern Coach is In Favour of Installing A Playoff System Into The Bundesliga — Dean Blundell's Sports, News, Podcast Network
Unless they cheer for Die Rotten, Bundesliga fans are sick of seeing Bayern Munich win the championship. Former Bayern, German national, and USA national coach Jurgen Klinsmann believe it’s time for the Bundesliga title to be determined by a playoff system. Bayern kicked off their 2022/2023 season on Friday and thumped Eintracht Frankfurt 6-1. Supporters of the Bavarian juggernaut hope to see Bayern secure their 11th straight title this season.
Drunk Florida Woman Drives Golf Cart On Highway — Dean Blundell's Sports, News, Podcast Network
You gotta hand it to Florida, there is really no place in the world quite like it. The same place that houses Disney aka “The happiest place on earth” also houses Ron Desantis aka Less Crazy Trump. They are also the home of some of the best news stories in the world, which brings us to a Florida woman I’ll call Mabel. Seems old Mabel here couldn’t keep it between the lines and I’m guessing, since she opted to drive a golf cart, this is not her first instance of drinking and driving.
UEFA Implementing New Offside Technology For Champions League — Dean Blundell's Sports, News, Podcast Network
After resisting technology for years, soccer is ready to implement another piece of essential VAR equipment. Europe’s governing body announced semi-automated offside technology during the UEFA Champions League group stages. Leagues worldwide have been using VAR to review goals and egregious fouls. This has assured the accuracy of the field, but the technology has also removed some spontaneity from the game. Not trying to sound like a dinosaur, but it’s difficult to react to any goal.
Christiano Ronaldo Received Most Twitter Abuse Amongst EPL Players — Dean Blundell's Sports, News, Podcast Network
Soccer superstar Christiano Ronaldo received more online abuse than any other EPL player last year. Anybody who has been targeted on Twitter understands the psychological impact it can have. Just imagine being a polarizing figure like Manchester United player Christiano Ronaldo. British media regulator Ofcom analyzed 2.3 million tweets in the first half of last season. Ofcom detected 60,000 abusive posts that affected top-flight players. Ronaldo is an easy target for internet trolls.
Alphonso Davies Feared COVID-19 Ended His Career — Dean Blundell's Sports, News, Podcast Network
Canadian National and Bayern Munich superstar Alphonso Davies didn’t know if he would return to the field after contracting COVID-19. The COVID-19 pandemic has wreaked havoc across the globe since rearing its ugly in 2019. The world experienced health care systems collapse, people became very sick, and some tragically lost their lives. One thing is guaranteed, nobody is immune to the disease. That includes professional athletes.
A Perfect Trading Computer Setup For You — Dean Blundell's Sports, News, Podcast Network
So, you’ve decided you want to be a Trader and you now need to buy a computer. This can be quite daunting! There’s so many different specs and brands and we’ve all seen people with like 10 computer screens in front of them. Do YOU really need all that?! My friend Rick DaCosta says, nah.. Learn more about Rick here!
Alphonso Davies & Bayern Munich Win First Trophy of The Season — Dean Blundell's Sports, News, Podcast Network
Bayern Munich kicked off their 2022-2023 season, winning the German Super Cup against Red Bull Leipzig. The DFB Pokal winners RB Leipzig fell to the record champions FCB 5-3 in Saturday’s German Super Cup final. That also adds another piece of hardware to Canadian national player Alphonso Davies trophy case. Since joining Bayern in 2019 after a transfer between the Bavarian giants and MLS Vancouver Whitecaps FC, Davies has experienced great success. Saturday’s victory brings Davies trophies to 12.
Conservative Leadership Candidate Alleged To Have Sent Pro-Convoy Book To Constituents. — Dean Blundell's Sports, News, Podcast Network
Parry Sound-Muskoka MP and Leadership Candidate for the federal conservative candidate Scott Aitchison is alleged to have sent copies of the pro-freedom convoy book to his constitutes in Parry Sound-Muskoka. Comments made on social media originally tipped me off to this story. Individuals who wish to remain anonymous have confirmed that they did get copies of the book left in their mailbox over the last few weeks.
Angelo Robles: Advice For Young Investors — Dean Blundell's Sports, News, Podcast Network
The great thing about managing your own money and investing is that it’s a never ending journey of self discovery. You are constantly getting feedback from the market, both positive and negative. The longer you’re in the game the more XP Points you get and while not every piece of advice thrown your way will land, most people will agree that when it comes to investing, the sooner you start the better off you’ll be.
Video: America + Fireworks + Gas Filled Jerry Can = Armageddon!! — Dean Blundell's Sports, News, Podcast Network
This is one of those videos you watch 50x because you keep finding something new to enjoy. HUGE props to the mom who sprung from her lounger to grab the toddler before the fireworks found their way to the other fireworks next to a jerry can full of gas (Americans throw gas on anything). If you can shoot it, light it on fire or make it explode, Americans think they have a god-given right to it.
Video: Pierre Poilievere Marching With Actual Terror Suspects And Extremists Ahead Of the #CanadaDayConvoy Is A Whole Terror Mood — Dean Blundell's Sports, News, Podcast Network
Before you decide Pierre is NOT marching with terror suspects and alt-white religious extremists because you don’t want it to be accurate, give this (average) blog post a quick once over. Pierre staged a video photo op with a member of Diagolon, James Topp, as James put the finishing touches on his anti-mandate walk across Canada. He started in Vancouver and Ottawa today to be with the rest of the anti-science religious extremists for their #CanadaDayConvoy.
National Post Begs People To Stop Being Mean To Them. LOL. — Dean Blundell's Sports, News, Podcast Network
I got a DM from a friend who works in Media and thought I’d flesh an answer out in a blog. I fucking HATE whiners. Whiners are soft professional victims who whine about the loss of entitlement. That’s why they complain. Enter the editor of the National Post, Rob Roberts, who employs Rex Murphy and Jordan Peterson, who regularly take huge hateful dumps on democracy, LGBTQ rights, and general fucking decency. This piece he put together begs for some perspective.
Video: You Want Someone To Love You The Way Dylan Strome Loves The Blue Jays — Dean Blundell's Sports, News, Podcast Network
Give Dylan Strome four beers, and a ticket to a Blue Jays game if you want to see unconditional love. The Blackhawks forward took issue with Red Sox pitcher, Tyler Danish, throwing up and in on George Springer. It’s always a gas watching pro athletes turn into pro fans and there’s no bigger Jays fan than Dylan Strome who has Springer’s back. I’d think a professional hockey player would want to get away from crowds and “FUCK YOU’S” in the off-season, but Strome is a fucking game sevener.
Video: If You Were Wondering, Dougie Gilmour Is Still A Beauty — Dean Blundell's Sports, News, Podcast Network
We’re live at the Joe Carter Golf Classic today, and Joe still looks like he could stroke 25 dingers if he wanted to. After a couple of pandemic tournaments, the Joe Carter Classic is back, and nothing can prepare a Maple Leafs fan for moments like this ( 2 seconds after we walked into the clubhouse at Glen Abby). Paul Coffey is 40 feet away, drinking coffee and taking a series of business calls.
VIDEO: Quitting Your Job Like A Pro — Dean Blundell's Sports, News, Podcast Network
Leaving a job needs to be handled delicately, and you need to make sure that you leave a lasting positive impression. We all have bad days, and if you’re not happy at work it can be tempting to just give your boss the ole “how do you do?” and walkout. Though it might feel great, that thirty-seconds of satisfaction has just burnt a bridge that can affect you the rest of your career. Normally when somebody leaves a job it;s because they are moving onto bigger and better things.
Video: For everyone who said Nazem Kadri was a liability in the playoffs, you can officially kiss his ass — Dean Blundell's Sports, News, Podcast Network
He said it, I agree/disagree. But he’s getting ring and certain Toronto sports writers are eating shit sandwiches today. Naz is a GREAT guy. Every teammate he’s played with loves the man. have there been a few playoff suspensions that crippled his team’s chances to win a cup? Yes. Does it matter this year? Nah. Is he still a playoff liability? Probably, but that doesn’t mater to Naz because he’s going to spend the next three months making his detractors EAT IT and he should.
Video: A Bullfight In Colombia Went VERY VERY Wrong — Dean Blundell's Sports, News, Podcast Network
There’s a ton going on in this video. Short Strokes: The stands collapsed during a bullfight in Colombia yesterday. The poor bull was waiting for the end, hopping around on a broken leg Seven people were dead and 600 injured. The view from the top is wild. It looks like someone stepped on an ant hill. You can see the stands start to buckle before folding.
Video: Rudy Giuliani was "attacked" in a drug store (Graphic) — Dean Blundell's Sports, News, Podcast Network
Let’s have a look at this dastardly attack on a 78-year-old man that ALMOST caused him to crack his skull: Hard to believe Rudy’s alive after that. He recounted the horrific experience on the Curtis Sliwa radio show and I really hope he’s gonna be ok after he almost fell over, almost cracking his head and almost dying. Anytime that almost happens, it’s almost a tragedy. Liars are huge suck holes on top of being liars.
Oh Lawd He Comin': Let's Meet Putin's Newest War General Heavyweight — Dean Blundell's Sports, News, Podcast Network
Pulling army generals out of retirement is one thing. When you’ve literally run out of prime candidates because they keep getting murked by Ukrainian Forces? You’re left with some less-than-prime candidates. Oh Lawd He Comin’! “Hitler Lite” just dragged a morbidly obese general out of retirement to help in his country’s battle in the region, after the loss of like, every other one of his senior officers since Russia invaded its neighbor in late February.
Gold Miners Found A 30,000 Year Old, Fully Intact, Baby Woolly Mammoth In Canada's Yukon. LET'S CLONE IT! — Dean Blundell's Sports, News, Podcast Network
You know what side of the moral equation I’m on. As soon as I saw this 30,000-year-old baby dinosaur, my first thought was, “Clone that shit!” What a find. I still stay; we clone these things asap, and Harvard scientists say the same thing. What could go wrong other than everything you’ve seen in Jurassic Park movies.
Video: "Thank You Donald Trump For The Victory For White Life." She Actually Said That — Dean Blundell's Sports, News, Podcast Network
This is fucking incredible. This chick publicly acknowledges she’s a white supremacist, and I’ve never heard of her, which means the press has done a great job ignoring this pig. Marry’s from Illinois, and I can guarantee she’s probably slept with a relative. Most white supremacists do because they have to breed white. That’s why they’re dumb. A lot of it is DNA related. AKA inbreeding. Can you imagine meeting old Mary on OurTime.com and finding out she’s a white supremacist after falling in love?
VIDEO: Never Stop Job Searching Until You Find The Job You Want — Dean Blundell's Sports, News, Podcast Network
Landing a job interview, even if it’s your dream job, is no reason to stop job searching. When you’re job searching you could start feeling desperate. When the phone rings and you land a job interview it can be very tempting to stop your job search right then and there. However, don’t lose the momentum, keep going, and give yourself options. In the video below I talk about my own personal experience about taking a job that turned into a nightmare.
If The Churchies Want To Protect Babies We Need To Start Regulating Your Sperm, Stat — Dean Blundell's Sports, News, Podcast Network
Full Disclosure: If any of this sounds ridiculous or unfair, it should. Now that forced birth is legal in the United States, it’s time to talk about ensuring all forced births are as healthy as possible, and this means regulating male sperm. As SCOTUS has noted, Americans need to ensure the domestic supply of infants is protected at all costs.
We Are Pierre Poilievre Away From Banning Abortions In Canada — Dean Blundell's Sports, News, Podcast Network
The United States Supreme Court overturned a woman’s federally protected right to obtain a safe abortion today. We knew it was coming thanks to the SCOTUS leak a month ago. Knowing the opinion was coming didn’t make it any easier for American women who now CAN NOT obtain an abortion in at least 12 states for any reason whatsoever. Overturning Roe V Wade is just one pillar traditional religious conservatives worldwide are fighting to destroy.
We Need To Talk About MAID (Medical Assistance In Dying) & The Government That Oversees It — Dean Blundell's Sports, News, Podcast Network
This is a tough one to write about. Medical Assistance In Dying has been a hard subject to debate for some. As an able-bodied white male of relative privilege and comfort, the option, thankfully, isn’t even on my radar. My wife works inside LTC, so I am well aware of this much-needed yet still incredibly taboo for some subject. From this point of view I am incredibly lucky to hold, my first thought is who oversees the legislation and what are their motives in supporting or denying it? What is MAID?
Margaret Atwood's 'The Handmaid's Tale' Was Fiction, Not An Instruction Manual — Dean Blundell's Sports, News, Podcast Network
We have become accustomed to laughing at ‘The Simpsons’ creepily predicting current events. It’s now a part of social media folklore we have collectively accepted as the modern-day ‘Miss Cleo’ 1-900-style soothsaying.
Striking down Roe.V.Wade isn't just an American issue — Dean Blundell's Sports, News, Podcast Network
So, you think it won’t happen here in Canada? Maintaining the status quo is sufficient protection for the reproductive rights of Canadian women? If so, we disagree. For one thing, there are ZERO federal laws governing access to abortion in Canada.
Parenting Talk: My 6yo is Suspicious of Santa Claus, The Easter Bunny and The Tooth Fairy — Dean Blundell's Sports, News, Podcast Network
Recently, my oldest (6 years old) took an important step toward adulthood and lost his first tooth. It had been extremly loose for a couple of days and after one misguided attempt to pull the tooth which resulted in tears a few days earlier, it came out without much fanfare while he was brushing his teeth before bed. I was very proud of him and more importantly, he was very proud of himself.
#OpSideCar - What it was really used for, and why you never saw it coming. — Dean Blundell's Sports, News, Podcast Network
You have all seen it in the news at some point in your life. Headlines of ‘Anonymous’ hackers shutting down websites, seizing databases, leaking sensitive information or uncovering shady things going on behind the scenes that the general public would never know about otherwise.
LIAR: Jada-Pinkett Released A Video Days Before The Oscars Saying "I Don't Give Two Craps What People Think About This Bald Head"....HMMMMM — Dean Blundell's Sports, News, Podcast Network
@jadapinkettsmith ✨Crown Act✨ Be proud of your crown❣️ #iamnotmyhair #hairjourney ♬ I Am Not My Hair – India.Arie MAYBEEEEEEEE you should have communicated that sentiment to your husband WILL SMITH, so he didn’t slap the shit out of Chris Rock, embarrass himself and become a forever meme. I don’t believe you Jada. I have to be VERY careful here. Leave it up to a lady to say one thing and mean another.
Tara Henley’s Departure From the CBC A Case Study For Why Journalism is Dead — Dean Blundell's Sports, News, Podcast Network
For many of us current and former freelancers, Tara Henley’s description of why she left her job as a CBC producer and on-air columnist sounded all too familiar. But for people not ensconced inside the media bubble it may have been shocking to hear just how far standards have plummeted. Henley did not mince her words. Why I resigned from the CBC and went to @SubstackInc.
Patton Oswalt Throws Dave Chappelle Under the Bus in Response to Woke Mob — Dean Blundell's Sports, News, Podcast Network
I like Patton Oswalt He’s unique, funny, and seems really likable. He also counts Dave Chappelle as one of his buddies. But Oswalt was on the receiving end of some backlash after he posted a photo on Instagram of him and Chappelle. Self-proclaimed trans allies eviscerated Oswald for daring to have a friend with an opinion that did not march in lock-step with radical trans orthodoxy. “I saw a friend I hadn’t seen in a long time this New Year’s Eve. We’ve known each other since we’re teens.
Doug Ford's decision to delay classes for online learning gives my kids 2 more weeks of holidays — Dean Blundell's Sports, News, Podcast Network
Here we go again. BREAKING: @ongov to announce (imminently) schools will go online for the next 2 weeks. As bitter a pill for some who will struggle mightily during this time, this will afford some needed time to upgrade safety measures, defuse the surge of Omicron. — Abdu Sharkawy (@SharkawyMD) January 3, 2022 My kids are 7 and 5 years old. That’s grade 1 and senior kindergarten. Before COVID, my wife and I read as much as we could about how much screen time kids should have at their ages.
Dean: If Jesus IS Coming Back, He's Not Taking Any Of You Evangelical Terrorist Assholes With Him — Dean Blundell's Sports, News, Podcast Network
It’s Saturday which means it’s time for my “Let’s Point Out Evangelical Extremism” feature! It comes to me via Ryan Lindley who’s smart AND loves crushing the cult of organized religion as much as I do. “Jules” is what I’d term a ‘Born Again Terrorist’ or “Evangelical Extremist.” They are the born-again version of Al Qaeda or the Taliban…with better Christmas lights. It's that time of year again. Time to remember how hard those persecuted christians have it while…. Ummm….
Man that published Margaret Atwood's home address unmasked as Kevin Metcalf — Dean Blundell's Sports, News, Podcast Network
The Twitter account that posted Margaret Atwood’s home address has been linked to Antifa-aligned activist Kevin Metcalf. Metcalf was previously arrested for his extreme brand of activism, and faced charges after obstructing a police officer at an event in Hamilton in 2019. Kevin Metcalf was identified by internet sleuths as the person behind the account @PoMo_Cowboy on Twitter. The account posted author Margaret Atwood’s home address and suggested people protest there.
PPC riding manager for Randy Hillier's daughter identified as Trudeau stone thrower — Dean Blundell's Sports, News, Podcast Network
Shane Marshall, the riding manager for PPC candidate Chelsea Hiller has been identified as being one of the people responsible for assaulting Trudeau with small rocks on Monday. Marshall was previously exposed as running multiple white nationalist accounts and has links to the white supremacist movement Canada First. On Monday, Trudeau visited London as part of his campaign rally.
Videos From People Who Went THROUGH The Barrie Tornado Are Pouring In And It Looked TERRIFYING — Dean Blundell's Sports, News, Podcast Network
It’s hard to believe no one died. So far 8 people have been injured – 4 seriously – but everyone’s alive and when you see the video, it’s kind of a miracle. Look at this fucking thing. my phone is blowing up w friends back home in this area and i just got sent this video on facebook, holy shit this barrie tornado was bad. pic.twitter.com/wI5jjMMWlF — miss wuuuuu (@misswuuuu) July 15, 2021 South Barrie Tornado I just briefly captured.
GRAPHIC Video: The 'Blood Moon' Period Dance Scene From Borat 2 IS The Hardest I've Laughed Watching A Movie, Ever — Dean Blundell's Sports, News, Podcast Network
Not often does Dean laugh uncontrollably watching a movie and it never happens during a sequel. Borat 2 changed the game for me yesterday and HOLY, SHIT. Sasha Baron Cohen took his Daughter (played BRILLIANTLY by Maria Bakalova) to a debutante ball so she could learn how to be an American girl prior to Borat gifting her to Mike Pence as a sex slave from the government of Kazakhstan. What followed is the greatest, most uncomortable moment in movie history. You’re probably asking ‘Why, Dean?
Hi, My Name is Chris Trew and I'm Betting Everything I Have on the Denver Nuggets Winning This Series — Dean Blundell's Sports, News, Podcast Network
In 2009 the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Houston Rockets in the semi-finals and the Denver Nuggets in the conference finals. Then they won the NBA Finals in Orlando. The Los Angeles Lakers of 2020 are on the exact same path, albeit Orlando’s spot in the equation is purely location-based. There’s two ways to digest this information.
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