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Australia passes legislation requiring Facebook, Google to pay for news contentThe legislation's architect said it will take time for the digital giants to strike media deals as the new laws come into effect, though both have already spoken to major outlets.TechFeb 25, 2021
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Facebook to restore news pages in Australia after striking deal over content lawA concession deal has been reached over legislation that would force Facebook and Google to pay for news content, which prompted Facebook last week to block all news pages.TechFeb 23, 2021
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Facebook resumes talks with Australia after blocking news content in countryFacebook's abrupt decision to stop Australians from sharing news on the site also erased several state government and emergency department accounts, causing widespread anger.TechFeb 19, 2021
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Facebook blocks users in Australia from sharing news. Could Canada be next?As Australia battles Facebook in an effort to force tech giants to pay publishers for news content, Canada has made it clear it intends to introduce a similar plan.CanadaFeb 18, 2021
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Facebook says users in Australia can no longer view, share news contentThe move comes as a response to a proposed Australian law that would require it and Alphabet Inc’s Google to pay the country's news publishers for content.TechFeb 17, 2021
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Facebook threatens to cut off news to Australia after years of spreading ‘misinformation’The move is prompting some to argue it showcases why tech giants like Facebook need to be reined in.CanadaSep 1, 2020
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