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Facebook Introduces Rights Manager for Images
Facebook has announced an expansion of its Rights Manager tool to include images. While a welcome move, there's still reason to temper any enthusiasm.
Plagiarism and Surviving the Career Death Penalty
Many describe plagiarism as a "capital offense" for one's career. But if that's true, why do so many plagiarists survive and how can you make it through the storm?
The Truth About Facebook’s New Music Policy
Facebook recently announced a new policy that covers "music listening experiences". However, their clarification seems to have done more harm than good.
Comic Artist Greg Land Accused of Plagiarism (Again)
Famed comic artist Greg Land faces yet another allegation of plagiarism, but this time it comes from a fellow artist and not the comic community.
When The Virtual Course IS the Plagiarism
Online education is may be a part of the new normal for many students, but a controversy at the North Carolina Virtual Public Schools is raising new questions.
Google Makes it Easier to Find Licensable Images
Last week, Google introduced licensing information to Google Image Search results. As good of a step as it is, there are many reasons to curb your enthusiasm.
Copyright News
3 Count: Banksy’s Copyright
Banksy fails in bid to trademark iconic image, BeIN drops German soccer due to piracy concerns and Spinal Tap creators settle with movie studio.
3 Count: Baby Can I Sue You
Judge rules in favor of Nicki Minaj in Tracy Chapman dispute, Texans QB sued over Instagram image and various Pirate Bay domains up for auction.
3 Count: Game of Life
The 1st Circuit to determine the future of The Game of Life, Canadian couple faces charges in IPTV operation and Facebook Gaming announces new licensing deals.
3 Count: EU Consulation
EU still fighting over Article 17, Negoations are ongoing over Aboriginal Flag and HuffPost gets a fair use victory.
3 Count: Read Dead Injunction
Take Two secures permanent injunction against Read Dead Redemption project, Chinese court upholds verdict in cartoon character case and more!
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Facebook Introduces Rights Manager for Images
Facebook has announced an expansion of its Rights Manager tool to include images. While a welcome move, there's still reason to temper any enthusiasm.
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Why Cite? Three Reasons to Cite Your Sources
In all of the discussion about plagiarism, the reasons for citing your sources often get lost. So, here's three reasons to cite and to cite religiously.
