Australia Forces Tech to Pay News | Australia News

Australia’s government is cracking down on big tech by forcing Google, Meta, and TikTok to pay news outlets for using their content—aiming to level the playing field and reward journalists for their work. New tweaks to the bill boost the revenue pool by adjusting the reference year, helping even small local papers thrive. While Meta called similar plans an “unfair tax,” the government stands firm, requiring at least eight commercial deals capped at 25% each to ensure fair distribution. The Australian Associated Press is already set to receive a 5% share, celebrating recognition for its vital, often uncompensated reporting—a major win for a more sustainable media future. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/fd5b44d238f5eed1