Canada goes full totalitarian as Justin Trudeau’s party passes bill to regulate social media, streaming;
It’s among the most far-reaching plans by governments anywhere to regulate the algorithms tech companies use to amplify or recommend content.
- The legislation drafted by Justin Trudeau’s government, known as Bill C-10, is meant to subject tech giants to the same requirements as traditional broadcasters effectively compelling companies like Netflix Inc. and TikTok Inc. to finance and promote Canadian content.
- It’s among the most far-reaching plans by governments anywhere to regulate the algorithms tech companies use to amplify or recommend content.
SOURCE: INDIANEXPRESS