Under the finalized Copyright Directive law passed in the European Union, Member States have a maximum of two years to implement the new legislation in their respective countries. Speaking about the new bill, and the controversial Article 13 – now Arti…
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Canada Has a Solution for Growing Local Talent: Make Streaming Services Pay for It
The Standing Committee on Canadian Heritage has unveiled its report on the Copyright Act, and the local music industry is rejoicing. The all-party committee of MPs (Member of Parliament) has recommended that the Canadian government set harsher rules fo…
Following Spotify Complaint, European Union Formally Launches Investigation Into Apple’s Business Practices
Two months ago, Spotify filed an antitrust complaint in the European Union over Apple’s 30% ‘tax’ on the App Store. According to the streaming music giant, the 30% fee unfairly stifles creativity and innovation. Keep in mind CEO Daniel Ek still refuse…
Snoop Dogg Demands the Reinstatement of Louis Farrakhan on Facebook
Snoop Dogg recently took exception to the news that Facebook had banned Louis Farrakhan from its platform for life. The ‘Gin and Juice’ rapper was livid in a video he made following a decision by Facebook and Instagram to no longer allow Farrahkan acce…
Congress Introduces Bi-Partisan Bill to Create Small Claims Copyright Board
Lawmakers in Congress have introduced a new bill meant to help copyright owners. Dubbed the Copyright Enforcement in Small-Claims Enforcement, or the Case Act, the proposed legislation aims to set up the Copyrights Enforcement Board. If passed, the bip…
0 for 4 — YouTube’s CEO Susan Wojcicki Once Again Pleads with Artists to Shut Down the Copyright Directive
Undeterred by the Copyright Directive’s passing, YouTube has vowed to fight on, hoping to pay artists and creators much, much less in the process. YouTube isn’t exactly happy about the European Union’s new law, the Copyright Directive. Specifically, th…
Germany Vows to Prevent the Copyright Directive’s Upload Filters ‘as Far as Possible.’
Will Germany succeed in preventing the Copyright Directive’s undefined ‘upload filters?’ You probably already know the story by now. Last month, in a landmark vote, the European Parliament approved the controversial Copyright Directive. 348 Members of…
Nancy Pelosi Warns That Democrats May Do Away With Section 230, the Law That Protects Freedom of Speech and Expression Online
Nancy Pelosi and House Democrats don’t exactly have a great view of tech firms nor protecting freedom of speech online. In a new interview, Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi has issued a stern warning to major tech firms. She may prepare to do away wi…
The European Council Gives Final Approval to the Copyright Directive
Last month, as critics decried “a dark day for internet freedom,” major rightsholders and copyright organizations hailed a major victory in Europe. In a landmark vote, the European Parliament approved the Copyright Directive. This includes two controv…
Republicans Lambaste Apple Music for Censoring Pro-Democracy Songs In China
Following the removal of pro-Democracy songs in China, Apple is facing a backlash led by Republican politicians. Apple Music in China removed several Hong Kong singers from its platform. Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) spoke to The Verge about Apple’s decis…