Ireland's ISP giant UPC is up against the titans of the entertainment world. EMI, Sony, Universal, Warner and WEA are seeking to have websites blocked that allow the illegal download of music.
The labels claim that this act infringes on copyright and is in contraband of Irish and European legislation.
It has been reported by the Irish independent that Similar proceedings were brought previously by the companies against Eircom, which settled on terms including the companies providing Eircom with the IP addresses of all persons detected as illegal file-sharing copyrighted works.
Eircom also agreed to operate a “three strikes and you’re out” policy against subscribers who ignored warnings to cease infringements.
Under that system, subscribers get three warnings they have been found sharing music owned by members of the Irish Recorded Music Association (IRMA). If they are caught a fourth time, their broadband connection will be cut off for a year.
The record companies have also initiated proceedings against O2 and 3 Ireland aimed at securing their agreement to implement a similar system to that agreed with Eircom.
Wednesday, 23 June 2010
US announce strategy to combat copyright infringement
This is the first step for the Obama administration to protect intellectual property and the creative industry.
The plan involves trying to crack down on websites as well as suspect software that permits the illegal consumption of copyrighted material.
The new initiative was developed by a several U.S. government agencies, including the departments of Justice, State, Commerce, Agriculture, Homeland Security and Health and Human Services in conjunction with the White House and the U.S. Trade Representative's office, the AFP reported.
But when it comes to music downloads, statistics show that those who contribute the most to the industry tend to be the greatest of downloaders so perhaps like the digital economy act, Government although having the best intentions are maybe building a rod for the industry's back?
If you really want to crack down on piracy, marketing strategies need to be further developed whilst upholding existing laws, and, make it more appealing for the consumer to pay for content.
Surely its a case of either adapt of die?
A new initiative by fairsharemusic is a great way to encourage people to 'make the purchase' and feel good in the process because they are donating to a charitable cause.
The plan involves trying to crack down on websites as well as suspect software that permits the illegal consumption of copyrighted material.
The new initiative was developed by a several U.S. government agencies, including the departments of Justice, State, Commerce, Agriculture, Homeland Security and Health and Human Services in conjunction with the White House and the U.S. Trade Representative's office, the AFP reported.
But when it comes to music downloads, statistics show that those who contribute the most to the industry tend to be the greatest of downloaders so perhaps like the digital economy act, Government although having the best intentions are maybe building a rod for the industry's back?
If you really want to crack down on piracy, marketing strategies need to be further developed whilst upholding existing laws, and, make it more appealing for the consumer to pay for content.
Surely its a case of either adapt of die?
A new initiative by fairsharemusic is a great way to encourage people to 'make the purchase' and feel good in the process because they are donating to a charitable cause.
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