Apple Maps changes Lake Ontario to Lake America after Trump order
Apple Maps has renamed Lake Ontario to 'Lake America' for US users, following an executive order from US President Donald Trump amidst a trade dispute with Canada. Google made a similar change, sparking social media backlash, while Canada has announced counter-tariffs.
Why it matters
This illustrates the impact of political tensions and trade disputes on technology services and international relations, highlighting how corporate entities can be drawn into geopolitical conflicts. It also shows the symbolic nature of such actions in international relations.
Image source, Reuters Image caption, Canadian officials placed new signs at the lake after Trump's executive order, declaring it would always be called Lake Ontario
Apple has renamed Lake Ontario as Lake America on its maps service app, after an order from US President Donald Trump as part of Washington's trade spat with Canada.
The change was made for US-based users, while those in Canada will continue to see Lake Ontario displayed. The BBC has contacted Apple for comment.
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