In a terrible abuse of YouTube’s copyright system, a YouTuber is reporting that scammers are using the platform’s “three strike” system for extortion. After filing two false claims against ObbyRaidz, the scammers contacted him demanding cash to avoid a third – and the termination of his channel. Every week, millions of YouTubers upload content for […]
In most countries the law strictly forbids people from sharing copyrighted material without permission. However, not everyone necessarily agrees with this position. New research reveals that many lawyers studying at Harvard view casual forms of piracy as ethically acceptable. Does this mean that the law should change? Most people know all too well that it’s […]
The Ukrainian government has announced the launch of a new campaign to crack down on online piracy. According to the head of the country’s cyberpolice unit, “Operation Pirates” is set to run for a month with support from major media companies, broadcasters, and anti-piracy groups. Under pressure from entertainment industry groups and broadcasters, governments around […]
