According to reports, the Advocate General of the EU’s highest court supported Italy in its dispute with Meta Platforms over publisher rights. Key highlights include:
• EU states can enforce measures to empower publishers vs. online platforms.
• European Court of Justice is arbitrating Meta vs. Italian AGCOM over news snippets payment.
• Advocate General Szpunar emphasized fair revenue sharing for publishers.
• Italian regulator’s powers must respect contractual freedom.
• CJEU to issue final ruling in the upcoming months.
The development underscores ongoing debates on publisher rights and online platform responsibilities in the evolving digital landscape.
Source: Technology News Today, Latest Tech News | The Hindu