Tinubu orders probe of Meta, Google, X over alleged exploitation of Nigerian media content
Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has ordered an investigation into major tech companies like Meta, Google, and X for allegedly exploiting local media content without fair compensation. The probe follows a petition from the Nigerian Press Organisation seeking better financial recognition for news publishers.
Why it matters
This move reflects a growing global trend of nations challenging Big Tech's dominance and seeking to protect the economic viability of local journalism.
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The article reports on a government directive and the industry's grievances neutrally.
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