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Meta blocks news content on Facebook and Instagram in Canada over revenue sharing dispute

  • Meta has started removing access to news content on Facebook and Instagram for users in Canada.
  • This is in response to Canada's Online News Act, which requires platforms to negotiate deals and compensate news publishers.
  • Meta believes the law has a flawed premise, while the Canadian government argues it will support struggling news outlets.
  • Google is also planning to remove news links and content from its platforms in Canada due to the legislation.
  • The law reflects a global trend of governments pushing big tech firms to financially support the news industry.
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