The world’s most popular software repository has been given a takedown notice to remove a popular open-source tool used to download YouTube videos, claiming that it’s being used to “copy and/or distribute” copyrighted works. On Friday, a letter sent on behalf of the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) was…
The internet generally takes a pretty laissez-faire approach to copyright. Even though people and companies have been hit with big payouts, copyright infringement is ubiquitous on Facebook and other social media sites. It’s safe to assume nearly every meme you see has ripped someone off. Now, Facebook said it’s releasing…
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