Brussels is one of the top lobbying centers on the planet after Washington, where everyone from corporations to unions and special interest groups try to influence EU policy. But the battle over the European Commission’s proposed Copyright Directive has been particularly intense, reaching fever pitch as the European Parliament prepares to have a second vote on the issue on September 12.
August, 2018
MusicLife Raises $5M For ‘World’s First Music Exchange’
MusicLife is a new blockchain music exchange ecosystem that allows fans to own “stock” in songs and purchase music. Song shareholders earn dividends from their song shares. MusicLife also lets users mine cryptocurrency by listening to songs on musical wearables.
Source: MusicLife Raises $5M For ‘World’s First Music Exchange’
The Media Revolution Will Be Recorded on the Blockchain
Everyone from Comcast to HBO and Netflix is investing in blockchain solutions for today’s media challenges. Micropayments, distributed computing, royalty tracking, and digital copyright management are just a few of the benefits crypto and blockchain provide the media industry.
Source: The Media Revolution Will Be Recorded on the Blockchain | Crypto Briefing
As porn site pounds hard on piracy laws, Cox pulls out prematurely
The US Supreme Court has been asked to take a good hard look at a critical piece of internet law that shields ISPs and websites from legal action when their users pirate copyrighted stuff. Porn studio Ventura Content has asked the court to review the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) for the first time since it was introduced 20 years ago, arguing that the legislation is outdated and needs reform.
Source: As porn site pounds hard on piracy laws, Cox pulls out prematurely
Streaming Could Change the Video Game Business Forever
Some of technology’s giants are investing in ways that could put them in the catbird seat for a $36 billion industry. Amazon, Microsoft, and Google maintain the world’s top cloud computing platforms; their ownership of Twitch, Xbox Live, and YouTube, respectively, gives them enormous audiences to leverage.
Source: Streaming Could Change the Video Game Business Forever
Cox Settles Trailblazing Lawsuit That Demanded ISPs Get Tough on Piracy
On the verge of going to trial a second time on claims of not doing enough on the piracy front, Cox Communications has settled with BMG Rights Management, which administers the rights to works by David Bowie, Bruno Mars, Frank Ocean and many other artists. The closely-watched case in the entertainment industry tested an internet service provider’s responsibilities for policing the copyright infringing actions of its users.
Source: Cox Settles Trailblazing Lawsuit That Demanded ISPs Get Tough on Piracy
‘Bigger than MTV’: how video games are helping the music industry thrive
The success of a booming video game industry, expected to generate $137.9bn in revenue this year, is music to the ears for bands, musicians, record labels and composers. Video games are now an essential part of marketing plans for musicians and managers. The Fifa soundtracks, for instance, are viewed as one of the foremost annual showcases for international artists today.
Source: ‘Bigger than MTV’: how video games are helping the music industry thrive
Music Modernization Act Picks Up Steam In Senate.
Since the Senate returned from its August recess, supporters of the proposed Music Modernization Act have added seven co-sponsors to the bill on both sides of the political aisle. The legislation that would have implications for radio’s music licensing future now has the support of more than half of the Senate.
Universal launches eSports music label with ESL
As part of the deal, artists that sign to the label will be promoted through ESL’s global tournaments and channels. Promotion will also include the exclusive integration of new music into global live broadcasts and ESL social media channels, as well as performances during live tournaments, which will take place during half-time shows and prior to grand finals globally.
Downtown Music Publishing acquires over 3,000 film and TV music rights
The agreements are said to be indicative of Downtown’s continued expansion into owning and managing an increasingly diverse portfolio of music copyrights. As well as being home to prominent film composers including Hans Zimmer, Atticus Ross, Marco Beltrami, Trevor Rabin, Heitor Pereira, and the late Sir George Martin, Downtown manages music from operas, plays, Broadway shows, films, and television programs.
Source: Downtown Music Publishing acquires over 3,000 film and TV music rights