CRA, Free TV and MEAA give thoughts on mandatory payment code for tech giants
Several industry bodies have responded to the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) with suggestions on how Facebook and Google should pay for content as part of the new mandatory code.
More than just adjusting the status quo, the code has the potential to save the industry according to the Media, Entertainment and Arts Alliance (MEAA).
I know they’re all desperate for cash but honestly?
I’m thinking maybe Google and Facebook should have to pay plumbers, nurses and tree surgeons too because of the “significant value obtained by Google and Facebook” from people talking about the price of fish.
Dill.
I have never had Google directly provide my plumbing. They connect me to the plumber.
However, Google regularly provide my news without connecting me to the publisher.