Meta tests blocking news on Facebook, Instagram in Canada over Bill C-18

Meta is preparing to block news for some Canadians on Facebook and Instagram in a temporary test, a dry run of what could come to pass if the Canadian government passes its controversial Bill C-18.

The temporary test is expected to last the majority of the month, but the company is prepared to block news permanently, Meta said.

Bill C-18, which is currently being studied in the Senate, will require tech giants to pay publishers for linking to or otherwise repurposing their content.

Kyle Benning has more on the test and Meta’s plan to remove news in Canada, and the government’s response.

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