Meta, TikTok, Google all set to be taxed if they can’t bargain in good faith with Australian media outlets

Global tech giants have been put on notice. They face a new tax in Australia if they refuse to pay for journalism. The long-awaited plan from the Albanese government would force firm like Facebook and Google to pay the tax even if they don’t host any news. The government says the policy is designed to force the companies back to the negotiating table with Australian media outlets.