Thursday, 3 August, 2023

Meta Blocks News Content Sharing on Facebook and Instagram in Canada

Meta, formerly known as Facebook, restricts the sharing of news content on its platforms Facebook and Instagram in Canada. This action comes in response to the Canadian government's proposed News Act, which aims to enforce mandatory payments for news publishers. Meta's decision to block news content raises concerns about media access and distribution on social media platforms. The move reflects Meta's stance on regulatory challenges related to news content sharing.