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The Globe and Mail

National Canadian newspaper challenging unlicensed AI use of its journalism.

With roots dating to 1844, The Globe and Mail publishes national Canadian reporting from Toronto, with business journalism central to its offering.

Last refreshed: 22 October 2026 · Appears in 1 active topic

Key Question

Why is The Globe and Mail suing AI developers?

Timeline for The Globe and Mail

#13 6 Oct

Sued Anthropic in an Ontario court

Media's AI Pivot: Globe and Mail, Postmedia sue Anthropic
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Background

The Globe and Mail is a national Canadian newspaper based in Toronto. Its reporting covers business, politics and national affairs, and its history dates to 1844. Readers can use the printed paper, its website and mobile applications. Globe2Go supplies a digital replica of the newspaper, preserving the edition format alongside the continuously updated website. [Publisher's description](https://www.litigate.com/assets/uploads/Canadian-News-Media-Companies-v-OpenAI.pdf).

The Globe's business coverage extends into Report on Business Magazine, while its broader publishing operation includes Style Magazine, podcasts and events. The Globe also runs Secret Canada, a digital reporting project. These products give the organisation several ways to present reporting and analysis beyond the daily newspaper, including specialist publications and discussions with live audiences. [Globe media information](https://globemediagroup.ca/mediakits/).

Common Questions
What does The Globe and Mail publish?
It publishes a national newspaper, digital reporting, Report on Business Magazine, podcasts and events.Source: The Globe and Mail
Why did The Globe and Mail join the Anthropic case?
The publishers allege Anthropic used their reporting without a licence.Source: The Canadian Press
Who joined The Globe and Mail in the Anthropic claim?
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Written with AI from Lowdown's published reporting. Not individually reviewed by an editor. Updated 22 October 2026. Editorial standards.