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Would you pay to avoid ads on Instagram?

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9 months ago

September 2, 2023

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Meta Platforms, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, is reportedly contemplating offering paid versions of these social media platforms without advertisements for users within the European Union.

The move comes as a response to heightened scrutiny from EU regulators, according to a report by The New York Times.

Users who opt for the paid subscriptions would enjoy an ad-free experience on Facebook and Instagram. Simultaneously, Meta would continue to provide free versions of these apps, supported by advertisements, within the European Union. Three sources familiar with the company’s plans confirmed this information to the NYT.

Ad-free plans

The potential introduction of paid ad-free versions aims to address privacy concerns and other regulatory scrutiny Meta has faced in the EU. These concerns center around the company’s reliance on data analysis for its ad-based services.

Meta Platforms has not yet responded to a request for comment.

The social media giant has recently faced challenges from EU antitrust regulators. In July, it lost a legal battle against a 2019 German order that prohibited the collection of user data without consent.

The exact pricing details for the ad-free subscriptions remain unclear, as reported by the NYT.

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Why Australia is becoming the new home of the Hollywood blockbuster

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2 days ago

May 17, 2024

Nathan Langridge

Australia’s multimillion-dollar campaign to attract Hollywood productions to its shores appears to be paying off.

The allure of Australia lies not only in its picturesque locations but also in its competitive financial incentives.

The government offers generous rebates and tax breaks to international productions, making it an attractive proposition for filmmakers looking to maximise their budgets.

Despite the recent intake of Hollywood productions down under such as ‘The Fall Guy’ and ‘Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga’, Aussie independents are still finding the space to carve their own creative path.

Rob Fantozzi joined the program to discuss the latest in Hollywood, and showcased his own upcoming project – ‘Omerta‘. #featured

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Portal between countries shut down after international flashing

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2 days ago

May 17, 2024

Nathan Langridge

An international video portal has been forced to shut down after an OnlyFans model reportedly flashed passersby from across the globe.

On this episode of Ahron and Mike Live – Which would you prefer; pay rise or work perks, an international portal closes, the military reveal a submarine stingray and are you on a top or bottom burger bun?

Ticker’s Ahron Young & Mike Loder discuss. #featured #trending

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U.S. home prices surge 47%

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3 days ago

May 17, 2024

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American home prices are rising at faster pace now than in the last 20-years.

A recent analysis reveals a jaw dropping surge in the cost of American homes.

Since the start of 2020, U.S. home prices have surged 47% easily outstripping the gains seen in recent decades.

On top of that, home price growth so far this decade is on the verge of surpassing all the growth seen in the 2000s.

Many experts believe this decade’s housing market frenzy was ignited by a perfect storm — the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic triggering an unprecedented rush among buyers.

Tom Hutchens, the Executive Vice President of Production at Angel Oak Mortgage Solutions joins Veronica Dudo to discuss.

#IN AMERICA TODAY #economy #housing #housingmarket #homeprices #homesales #inflation #trending