Australia's news media code reaches parliament with minor tweaks expected
The code, which is largely opposed by Google and Facebook, will be debated this week The Morrison government will introduce minor amendments to the news media code this week as the landmark legislation that would require Google and Facebook to negotiate with news outlets for payment is finally debated in parliament. The technical changes are not seen as significant by supporters of the legislation, as the core intent of supporting Australian public interest journalism remains intact. Related: Google and Facebook: the landmark Australian law that will make them pay for news content Today, we’re excited to announce that Seven West Media will be joining Google News Showcase, a new licensing program which proudly supports original, trusted journalism. More here → https:||t.co|B5g30yqJ8F . pic.twitter.com|yV3Jhzz4EM Related: How did we find things out before Google? Remember going to the library!? | First Dog on the Moon Mel Silva, Managing Director for Google Australia, said: pic.twitter.com|uAJl6tLeNR Continue reading.
Australia's news media code reaches parliament with minor tweaks expected
The code, which is largely opposed by Google and Facebook, will be debated this week The Morrison government will introduce minor amendments to the news media code this week as the landmark legislation that would require Google and Facebook to negotiate with news outlets for payment is finally debated in parliament. The technical changes are not seen as significant by supporters of the legislation, as the core intent of supporting Australian public interest journalism remains intact. Related: Google and Facebook: the landmark Australian law that will make them pay for news content Today, we’re excited to announce that Seven West Media will be joining Google News Showcase, a new licensing program which proudly supports original, trusted journalism. More here → https:||t.co|B5g30yqJ8F . pic.twitter.com|yV3Jhzz4EM Related: How did we find things out before Google? Remember going to the library!? | First Dog on the Moon Mel Silva, Managing Director for Google Australia, said: pic.twitter.com|uAJl6tLeNR Continue reading.