Meta: If forced to pay licensing fees, Facebook may block news content in Australia

Zhitong
2024.06.28 07:28
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The Australian government has requested Facebook to pay licensing fees to media channels, otherwise Meta will consider blocking all news content on its platform. Meta is awaiting a legal decision in 2021 regarding this fee. Previously, Meta has decided not to renew contracts with Australian publishers after 2024, nor sign new commercial agreements. This decision is consistent with Meta's decision to implement similar laws in Canada. Representatives from Google, TikTok, and Snap also participated in the relevant hearing. The investigation will release recommendations by November 18th or earlier