Australian Law Targets Big Tech with Local Publisher Levy Requirements
1 report, 1 independent
Updated Sep 25
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What happened
Australian law passed on September 25, 2026, targets major technology companies including Google, Meta, TikTok, and LinkedIn. The new legislation mandates that these companies strike deals with local publishers or face a levy.
From ecommercenews.co.nz
Why it matters
The law introduces a new regulatory requirement for major global platforms operating in Australia. The bill proposes that social platforms take more responsibility for the harms they cause.
From ecommercenews.co.nz
Who's involved
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The entities involved
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Google
American multinational technology company, a subsidiary of Alphabet Inc.
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Meta
American technology company