Google has announced that it will stop displaying previews
of news articles under the newly adopted European Union Copyright
Directive in France
Article 15 of the EU Copyright Directive, also
known as the “Publishers’ Right,” empowers news publishers to protect their
content online — including “snippets” and summaries — by asking for
compensation from online platforms for use of their content, according to the
News Media Alliance. France
Virginia-based News Media Alliance released a
statement condemning Google’s announcement.
“We stand strong with our global partners —
including French Culture Minister Franck Riester — in asserting that this
position is contrary to both the law and the interests of news consumers,” the
statement said.
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