Regulation of Digital Media
A hearing, one of a series on communications issues and policy, was held on legislation that would enable broadcasters to block the recording of… read more
A hearing, one of a series on communications issues and policy, was held on legislation that would enable broadcasters to block the recording of certain audio and video programs in an effort to combat piracy. Two panels of witnesses testified about a bill sponsored by Senator Gordon Smith (R-OR) to authorize the implementation of broadcast and audio “flags.” They also talked about the anticipated arrival of high-definition radios that would allow consumers to copy songs directly. close
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