Copyright stories - Page 3
File-sharing protests gathering steam
Tue, 23rd Aug 2011
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government
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facebook
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law
Nationwide protests against the controversial 'Skynet' file sharing bill gain momentum, with over 2,500 Facebook pledges to attend rallies this Saturday.
InternetNZ launches 3 Strikes site
Thu, 4th Aug 2011
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copyright
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file sharing
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internetnz
InternetNZ launches a website to prepare for the new copyright laws taking effect on Sept 1, focusing on advocacy and awareness.
Copyright law won't cover streaming: MED
Thu, 21st Jul 2011
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copyright
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internetnz
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commerce
MED clarifies Copyright Act changes won't apply to streaming sites like YouTube, only peer-to-peer file sharing from Sept 1.
Hughes takes Powers to task on internet penalties
Thu, 9th Jun 2011
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copyright
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parliament
Green MP Gareth Hughes questions Commerce Minister Simon Power over the human rights issues of the recently passed copyright amendment.
Copyright Infringement law: Submission deadline 5pm today
Fri, 27th May 2011
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physical security
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copyright
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file sharing
Deadline for submissions on contentious copyright law is today at 5pm; critics argue it infringes on civil rights.
Google targets the internet's 'bad apples'
Fri, 3rd Dec 2010
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uc
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google
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piracy
Plans in place for a major push against those who infringe copyright, including acting on takedown requests within 24 hours.
YouTube now offers 15 full minutes of fame
Mon, 2nd Aug 2010
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youtube
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copyright
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partners
YouTube extends its video upload limit from ten to fifteen minutes, citing improved content ID systems that bolster copyright protection.
HOW TO DOWNLOAD TORRENT FILES
Sat, 1st May 2010
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malware
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cybersecurity
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copyright
Torrenting, often unfairly associated with illegal sharing, is a fast and free way to download movies, music, and more. Here's how to get started.
LIFE, LIBERTY AND THE RIGHT TO SURF
Mon, 1st Mar 2010
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uc
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law
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copyright
Debate surges over internet as a human right amid harsh copyright laws. Nations like Finland make broadband a legal right. Is access vital?.