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Australia tells Big Tech pay for news or face a 2.25% tax
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Published on 28 April 2026
The choice is pay publishers or fund a government pot
Australia has unveiled a direct ultimatum for Big Tech: pay for news or accept a 2.25% tax tied to publishing agreements. The policy aims to ensure journalists and media companies get compensation when platforms benefit from news content. Industry reactions are expected to hinge on how payments are calculated and enforced.
- Big Tech must pay for news or face a 2.25% tax
- The plan is designed to compensate journalists and publishers
- Payments and enforcement details will shape industry response
- Australia is tightening rules on platform use of news content
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