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Myanmar’s Copyright Law Reform and the Future of Local Music Licensing
Introduction It is widely accepted that an effective copyright framework is fundamental for the success of any viable music industry. Not only does it protect authors work against unauthorised uses, it also allows creators and publishers to benefit from their works by creating revenue streams from its exploitation through licensing and royalties. For Myanmar, this is far more complex than the Burma Copyright Act of 1914 suggests, having regulated music exploitation for over a
Jun 168 min read


Content Liability and Self-Regulation: Netflix and Emerging Jurisdictions
Introduction Over-The-Top (OTT) streaming services have revolutionized the media world by making media content available to consumers from 190+ countries through their platforms. One such streaming service is Netflix, which now has over 300 million subscribers all over the world. However, the very fact that subscribers watch Netflix in Amsterdam also means that some of the programs available on it may not be acceptable legally, religiously, and politically in cities like New
Jun 1310 min read
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