For several years, relations between news organizations and digital giants have been tense over the specific issue of remuneration for journalistic content republished or featured on these platforms. Addressing this ongoing situation, French deputies have unanimously adopted a new legislative proposal to strengthen the application of existing rights and ensure more equitable compensation. This move signifies a clear intent by French parliamentarians to compel major tech companies to better acknowledge and reward the value of journalistic work they utilize.
French Lawmakers Aim to Force Google, Meta, X, and LinkedIn to Fairly Compensate News Publishers
By Rupert Blackwood
Investigative journalist based in Sheffield, focusing on technology's impact on society. Rupert specializes in cybercrime's effect on communities, from online fraud targeting elderly residents to cryptocurrency scams. His reporting examines social media manipulation, digital surveillance, and how criminal networks operate in cyberspace. With expertise in computer systems, he connects technical complexity with real-world consequences for ordinary people