California's deal with Google, while offering $250 million to journalism, dismantles protective legislation meant to ensure a fair revenue-sharing agreement between tech giants and news publishers.
By sidelining the California Journalism Protection Act, the state minimizes Google's financial obligations compared to other countries, ultimately prioritizing corporate interests over the sustainability of local newsrooms.
The truth is that Google emerged as the clear beneficiary of this arrangement, raising alarms over the potential monopolization of media and undermining the independence of journalism.
This deal exemplifies the flawed approach to remedying the financial struggles of newsrooms, reinforcing the notion that corporate giants can dictate terms that undermine journalistic integrity.
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