The Vergecast Australia's bargain with Google and Facebook / Apple TV on Chromecast / Nintendo Direct's biggest announcements
Feb 19, 2021
Join Casey Newton, a tech journalist with a keen eye on Facebook's media impact, and Adi Robertson, who dives into technology’s societal role, as they dissect Australia's groundbreaking news media bargaining code and its effects on Google and Facebook. Julia Alexander offers insights into the streaming wars, comparing Amazon Fire TV and Apple TV's latest innovations. Meanwhile, Taylor Lyles shares the gaming community's excitement over key announcements from Nintendo Direct, exploring fan theories and upcoming game launches.
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Australia's News Media Bargaining Code
- Australia's News Media Bargaining Code aims to compensate publishers for content displayed on platforms like Google and Facebook.
- The code mandates payments for displaying links and requires 30-day notices for algorithm changes.
Google's Deal with News Corp
- Google negotiated deals with News Corp and other Australian publishers, seemingly circumventing the proposed law.
- News Corp celebrated the deal, highlighting the Murdoch's support, but didn't mention algorithm change notifications.
Facebook's News Ban in Australia
- Facebook removed news content in Australia instead of complying with the new law.
- Their different business model, where news is less central than for Google, made this drastic move possible.