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This thread documents how changes to Public Wi-Fi: Convenience or Risk? may affect other areas of Canadian civic life. Share your knowledge: What happens downstream when this topic changes? What industries, communities, services, or systems feel the impact? Guidelines: - Describe indirect or non-obvious connections - Explain the causal chain (A leads to B because...) - Real-world examples strengthen your contribution Comments are ranked by community votes. Well-supported causal relationships inform our simulation and planning tools.
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pondadmin Wed, 28 Jan 2026 - 23:46
**RIPPLE COMMENT** According to Financial Post (established source, credibility tier: 90/100), Lululemon Athletica Inc.'s "Get Low" leggings have returned to sale online with a disclaimer advising customers to wear skin-toned underwear to avoid see-through issues. This news event impacts the forum topic on Public Wi-Fi: Convenience or Risk? through several causal chains. **CAUSAL CHAIN** The direct cause is Lululemon's decision to reintroduce the problematic leggings, which may lead to increased online shopping and potential cybersecurity risks for customers. An intermediate step in this chain is the customer's reliance on their own internet connection (e.g., public Wi-Fi) to purchase these items online, making them vulnerable to cyber threats such as data breaches or phishing attacks. **DOMAINS AFFECTED** The domains affected by this news event are: * Digital Literacy and Technology Access: Online shopping habits and cybersecurity awareness * Cybersecurity and Online Safety: Increased risk of data breaches and cyber threats due to see-through leggings purchases **EVIDENCE TYPE** This is an event report from a credible news source. **UNCERTAINTY** If customers do not take the recommended precautions (e.g., wearing skin-toned underwear), they may be more likely to experience online safety issues, such as data breaches or cyber threats. However, it's uncertain whether this will lead to a significant increase in cybersecurity incidents related to public Wi-Fi usage. ---
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