• @NocturnalMorning
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    2 months ago

    The Supreme Court signaled it may take up a case that could determine whether Internet service providers must terminate users who are accused of copyright infringement.

    This is insane. If this was to be ruled in favor of, it could be used to stifle dissent just by saying someone violated copyright. Fucking dangerous shit, and shouldn’t even be considered, which is probably why they’ll rule that it’s totally cool to do.

    • JackbyDev
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      72 months ago

      Especially when you’re considering that anyone who has ever shared a meme has engaged in minor copyright violations.

    • @ForgotAboutDre
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      32 months ago

      It doesn’t seem in the ISPs interest to pursue, they would just lose customers. Unless they also provide cable/satellite television services.

      • @[email protected]
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        02 months ago

        That’s the beauty of the government. They can shape others’ interests by wielding the power to shut people down and lock them up and fine them.