Facebook pledges $1 bn for news, defends Australia blackout
San Francisco (AFP) Feb 24, 2021
Facebook on Wednesday pledged to invest at least $1 billion to support journalism over the next three years as the social media giant defended its handling of a dispute with Australia over payments to media organizations. Nick Clegg, head of global affairs, said in a statement that the company stands ready to support news media while reiterating its concerns over mandated payments. "Face