The Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) will impose a fee on Google to enforce a law requiring internet platforms to pay for news content, with costs coming into effect from April 1. The levy is part of a global trend to make internet giants pay for news, as Canada seeks to address media industry concerns. Google will pay $100 million annually to news companies as part of a deal with the federal government, while Meta chose to block news on its platforms to avoid payments, with Alphabet’s Google and Facebook-parent Meta meeting the threshold for large companies required to pay news organizations.
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LILLEY UNLEASHED: Liberals dither while Trump tariffs are on the horizon
The article discusses the Liberal government's lack of action in response to potential tariffs imposed by the Trump administration. The author criticizes the government for not taking proactive measures to protect Canadian industries and jobs. The looming threat of tariffs highlights the need for swift and decisive action to safeguard the country's economy. Full Article
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