December 2, 2020
Why the Spinrilla Case Matters
Recently a judge found that the hip-hop mixtape site Spinrilla is liable for infringing some 4,038 songs. Here's what you…
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A Heartfelt Plagiarism
In Rochester, MN a popular superintendent has been accused of plagiarizing a supposedly "heartfelt" letter thanking his faculty and staff.
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5 Public Domain Christmas Movies
Though most of your Christmas classics haven't lapsed into the public domain, some great films have. As well as a few stinkers...
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The Dangers of “Copyright-Free” Music
T-Pain recently released 162 tracks for use in videos and streams, however, there's a real danger in "copyright free" music.
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The Price of Political Plagiarism
Plagiarism by politicians is seen as a minor deal. However, a recent study about such plagiarists found a not-surprising result: They are worse at their jobs.
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3 Things You Can’t Teach About Plagiarism
There is a great deal that teachers can and should do to help students understand plagiarism and citation. However, there are some things you can't teach.
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CopyScape Adds File Upload
CopyScape has launched a new file upload feature that enables users to go beyond checking URLs and text to checking documents.
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Why You Need a DMCA Agent
If you operate a website where users upload content, you need a DMCA agent. Not having one can expose you to unnecessary legal risk and expense.
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When Giving a Second Chance Goes Horribly Wrong
Ruth Shalit, a disgraced reporter from the 1990s, reemerged as Ruth S. Barrett in 2020. However, both she and The Atlantic paid the price for her second chance.
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BREIN announces new anti-piracy campaign, NMPA head takes on Twitch and streamers forced to mute parts of recent Fornite event.
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3 Count: Student Labor
"Copyright Troll" Richard Liebowitz suspended, professor named in copyright lawsuit over student work and EU Commission release IP report.
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3 Count: French Deal
Google strikes deals with 6 French news publications, streamer gets banned over copyright claim in her body and AI and YouTube make for a dangerous combination.
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3 Count: Triller Night
Wixen sues viral video service Triller, Nintendo asks for broader leeway to seize domains and Twitch streamer goes viral over DMCA-avoidance strategy.
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3 Count: Pandemic Trial
No encore in trial over Wolfgang's Vault, GitHub defies RIAA takedown of YouTube-dl and Sarasota keeps controversial statue.
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3 Count: Crystal Clear Closure
Trump campaign claims fair use in lawsuit over Electric Avenue, Twitter removes Indian politician's profile image and major IPTV service agrees to close.