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Montreal Man Convicted Under Anti-Camcording Law

A Montreal man has been sentenced to 24 months probation and will be required to complete 120 hours of community service for camcording the film "Dan in Real Life" at a Montreal movie theatre. Under terms of the probation Hache is prohibited from entering a movie theatre, associating with anyone […]

February 23, 2009 — 2 comments — News

Blackout

New Zealand this week. We could be next if we don't speak out. Learn more about New Zealand's Guilt Upon Accusation copyright reform here. Update: In the face of huge public protest in New Zealand, the government has announced that it is delaying the implementation of S92a.

February 22, 2009 — 10 comments — News

March Round of ACTA Negotiations Delayed at U.S. Request

Inside U.S. Trade reports (sub required) that the next round of ACTA negotiations, which had been scheduled for next month in Morocco, has been delayed at the request of U.S. officials. While this does not signal a change in perspective on ACTA, the U.S. did want to provide incoming USTR […]

February 20, 2009 — 6 comments — News

New Zealand Sites Go Dark To Protest Copyright Bill

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. […]

February 18, 2009 — 3 comments — News