Future Tense
Are the big US media platforms swallowing our culture?
Jul 18, 2024
Explore how global media giants impact culture, from Meta's news ban in Canada to US streaming services' influence on Australian content. Learn about challenges Aussie drama faces, the struggle for local news, and the battle between regulating big tech and preserving cultural interests.
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Quick takeaways
- Meta's news ban in Canada severely impacted Canadian news outlets, demonstrating the dominance of global media players in controlling access to local news content.
- The decline in Australian television drama production is attributed to the absence of content quotas, highlighting the need to invest in distinctively Australian storytelling to preserve cultural identity.
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Canadian News Impact of Meta Ban
Meta's news ban in Canada led to a 90% drop in engagement from Canadian news outlets, impacting the industry's financial health and audience reach. Despite the ban, users on social media platforms like Facebook and Instagram have shown indifference to the absence of hard news content, leading to a less informed population. Concerns arise over the potential long-term consequences on Canadian consumers' access to quality news and the implications for democracy.
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