Supreme Court Signals Limits On Copyright Enforcement In Internet Age
At first glance, the copyright battle between America’s largest music companies and an internet service provider might seem like a narrow dispute about pirated songs. But as arguments unfolded before the U.S. Supreme Court, it became increasingly clear that the case represents something far larger: a defining moment for how responsibility, enforcement, and liability are assigned in the digital age. The justices’ questions revealed deep concern about the real-world consequences of holding internet service providers liable for the online behavior of their customers. While copyright protection remains a cornerstone of creative industries, the Court appears wary of transforming connectivity companies … Read more