Internet Issues,Media Matters
22 October 2010 | 0 Comments
The COICA bill (Combating Online Infringement and Counterfeits Act) proposed by Senators Patrick Leahy and Orrin Hatch was shelved a few weeks back once they saw the political liability it held. Not surprisingly, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and the RIAA want them to push the bill through once the mid-term elections have completed. First, [...]
Tagged in censorship, chamber of commerce, coica, justice department, orrin hatch, patrick leahy, riaa
Media Matters
23 August 2010 | 0 Comments
It appears the recording industry may get their way after all. They are working on a proposal with the National Association of Broadcasters that would see radio stations start to pay for the music they play on air. For over 70 years, broadcasters have not had to pay for what they played on air. It [...]
Tagged in cell phone makers, consumer electronics association, gary shapiro, national association of broadcasters, radio stations, riaa