DMCA
RIAA’s attack on YouTube MP3 and MP4 rippers fortunately isn’t working
New data shows that traffic to these sites has remained stable amid takedown attempts.
Nintendo shuts down “Animal Crossing” passport holder Kickstarter
Nintendo has always been a strict enforcer of its copyrights.
Spinrilla sues RIAA over repeated false DMCA notices
Companies are starting to fight back against false DMCA claims.
Twitter says brace for enforcement mistakes as it increases reliance on automated systems during pandemic
YouTube is also telling users to expect deleted videos, appeal delays, and live stream suppression because of COVID-19.
DMCA abuser targets Justin Whang’s Twitter account
“Ultimately, the DMCA needs to be reformed. It’s way too susceptible to abuse.”
Twitter suspends gaming news outlet NicheGamer after bogus copyright claims
The account has yet to be restored at the time of publication.
Jehovah’s Witnesses’ attempt to use copyright law to unmask dissenting YouTuber gets explosive response
The YouTuber has responded.
Jehovah’s Witnesses group attempts to use DMCA to unmask YouTuber
This is one of about 60 subpoenas Jehovah’s Witnesses have filed against social media users since mid-2017.
Reddit user wins case against Jehovah’s Witnesses who attempted to unmask them and sue over copyright
Many saw the case as an attempt to weaponize the DMCA.
YesPornPlease website goes down after being hit with lawsuit
The site is accused of copyright infringement.
Only Fans leak links flood the internet as the company begins futile attempt to get them shut down
Links are showing up faster than the company has any chance to remove them.
Twitch apologizes after banning channels that received false copyright claims over Democrat debate streams
The takedowns occurred after a fake third party made the claims.