Copyright stories
NZ's first copyright breach under new laws sees a user fined $616 for sharing Rihanna song, setting precedent for future cases.
New Zealand court-ordered discovery of evidence held by the US Federal government is a step too far the Court of Appeal heard today.
40% of Kiwis flout internet piracy law, accessing illegal content despite 'three-strikes' rule aimed at curbing copyright infringement.
Hundreds gather in Auckland to protest the imminent Copyright (Infringing File Sharing) Amendment Bill, to no avail, as the bill nears enactment.
ISP CEO criticises new copyright law, urging for an overhaul in content delivery to meet consumer needs, effective from Sept 1.
Facing a new copyright law, UK businesses must act now to avoid being penalised for employees' illegal downloads, warns experts.
Karaoke king in Rotorua jailed for copyright piracy, ending his tune-selling spree with a 4-month sentence and a fine.
John Key demands answers from the national's secretive intelligence agency over 'unlawful' acquisition of Megaupload case communications.
World's most valuable company seeks more damages from South Korean rival over alleged further design infringements.
Megaupload founder comes before the Court of Appeal in Wellington today to fight a U.S. appeal over next year's extradition hearings.
The Oatmeal's Matthew Inman clashes with Funnyjunk in a high-stakes copyright row, spotlighting digital content ownership issues.
Game of Thrones S2 on course to be 2012's top pirated series, with over 25m downloads, raising concerns for HBO's funding future.
Labour ICT spokesperson Clare Curran agrees with a panel of ISP legal reps that there's not enough information to say how the charge is working.
Reporters Without Borders adds two countries to 'worst offender' list on fourth annual World Day Against Cyber Censorship.
Rihanna's music downloaders face fines under NZ's 'Skynet law', with ISP Orcon issuing first copyright infringement notices.
Monica Gaudio's fight for copyright justice sends shockwaves through the internet, causing Cooks Source magazine's downfall.
Labour pledges to reform the controversial Copyright Act if elected, aiming to remove 'unsustainable' termination clauses within 90 days and review the Act.
Nationwide protests against the controversial 'Skynet' file sharing bill gain momentum, with over 2,500 Facebook pledges to attend rallies this Saturday.
InternetNZ launches a website to prepare for the new copyright laws taking effect on Sept 1, focusing on advocacy and awareness.
MED clarifies Copyright Act changes won't apply to streaming sites like YouTube, only peer-to-peer file sharing from Sept 1.
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