April 28, 2026, 11:02 GMT
Australia is preparing to impose a levy on major technology companies unless they agree to pay for local news content. The government’s move comes amid growing frustration that platforms like Google and Meta benefit from Australian journalism without adequately compensating publishers. Officials argue the levy would ensure a fairer media ecosystem, supporting domestic outlets struggling with declining revenues. The proposal revives tensions between Canberra and Silicon Valley, echoing earlier battles over Australia’s landmark media bargaining code, and signals a renewed push to protect independent journalism in the digital age.
(Source – France 24)
—Agencies
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