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.