The WSJ reports on a legal battle between Eminem and Universal Records over royalties due for downloads from iTunes. The court sided with the artist, which would result in a significantly higher royalty rate. The music label has vowed to fight the decision.
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Copyright Board Releases Satellite Radio Royalty Decision
The Copyright Board of Canada has released its decision on royalties for music usage on satellite radio. Details here, here, here, and here.

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Episode 271: Taking Stock of a Wild Week in Canadian Digital Policy With the Online Streaming Reversal, AI Strategy Release, and Lawful Access Review
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