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JUST THE FLAX: HOW A THUMBS-UP EMOJI COST A SASKATCHEWAN FARMER $82,000

A seemingly innocent thumbs-up emoji sent in a text message has led to unforeseen financial consequences for a farmer (Achter Land & Cattle Ltd., hereafter “Achter”) in Saskatchewan, Canada. What started as a gesture of support turned into an $82,000 liability due to a misinterpreted text message. This incident highlights the importance of clear communication in the digital age and the potential legal implications of seemingly innocuous messages.