ISPs: Pirate Site Blocking Threatens Freedom of Expression
Sep07

ISPs: Pirate Site Blocking Threatens Freedom of Expression

Online piracy is an international problem for the content industries, one that’s particularly hard to curb. Pirate site blocking appears to be the preferred countermeasure, which has been rolled out in dozens of countries over the years. While industry reports and academic research have shown signs that this can indeed be effective, it’s certainly no a silver bullet. With few other options to hand, rightsholders do see it...

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Members of Congress Question Google CEO about YouTube’s Content-ID System
Sep07

Members of Congress Question Google CEO about YouTube’s Content-ID System

To protect copyright holders, YouTube uses an advanced piracy recognition system that flags and disables videos that are used without permission. This system, known as Content ID, works well most of the time, but it’s not perfect. In recent years it’s been heavily criticized by YouTube users and rightsholders alike. YouTubers, for example, have repeatedly complained that their content has been inaccurately claimed. On the...

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