Day seven of the CRTC's New Media hearings included a discussion of the threat of Internet radio to satellite radio providers. Sirius called for a levy on ISPs and WSPs, after noting that its preferred solution, geo-blocking of non-compliant content, was unlikely. Carleton professor Ira Wagman provides the details. Thanks to Elizabeth Martin for compiling the report.
CRTC New Media Hearings – Day Seven: Sirius Canada, MoboVivo, TEN Broadcasting
March 1, 2009
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