New Zealand's copyright reform package, which includes a "graduated response" provision that would force ISPs to terminate subscribers on allegations of infringement, is generating a huge protest with many people turning their websites, profiles, or other onlne persona dark. The protest started on the 16th and runs until February 23rd. […]
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Copyright Culture and Documentary Films Panel
The University of Ottawa is delighted to host a panel discussion on copyright culture and documentary films. Details at letsdoccopyright.ca.
IIPA Targets Canada Again Over IP Rules
The IIPA, a lobby group for several Hollywood organizations, is back again with another blistering attack on dozens of countries around the world over their IP rules. Not surprisingly, IIPA would have you believe that Canada is one of the world's worst pirate countries, calling on the USTR to elevate […]
Apple Claims Unlocking iPhone Violates the DMCA
Apple has filed a response to the U.S. Copyright Office's review of the DMCA exceptions that argues that unlocking the iPhone infringes copyright and violates the DMCA. The applicability of anti-circumvention legislation to cellphone unlocking was a major issue under Bill C-61.
Canadian Labour Congress IP Resolution – An Update
Last week, I posted on a Canadian Labour Congress resolution on intellectual property that raised significant concerns for many groups. The CLC advises that the resolution did not pass. Instead, the executive council of the CLC, on the advice of the union introducing the motion, directed the President to set […]