The Government has been advised that broadband users may choose to vote with their feet if the it continues to implement controversial changes to anti-piracy laws.
A spokesman for DailyMusicGuide website said politicians need to exercise caution on the subject.
John Russell, editor of the website, warned that the UK’s main parties are currently laying out their [...] CONTINUE
The Government has said that in order to disconnect broadband users suspected of illegal filesharing and downloading, court orders would be needed.
Culture Secretary Ben Bradshaw says that downloaders would still have the right to defend themselves in court, following reports in August that broadband users accused of using peer-to-peer services would be disconnected, .
“I hope you [...] CONTINUE
The public have rejected plans to force internet service providers (ISPs) to disconnect suspected illegal downloaders, according to a new survey.
The YouGov poll found that nearly 70% of respondents believed those suspected of illegal downloading should have a right to a trial in court before internet restrictions were imposed.
There have been complaints from some ISPs [...] CONTINUE
After providing BT with a list of 100,000 customers suspected of illegal filesharing, the British Phonographic Industry (BPI) is disappointed with the ISP for failing to prevent these customers from continuing their online activities.
The creative sector employs firms to monitor IP addresses for illegal activity, but this method can be unreliable and cause all sorts [...] CONTINUE
