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The MPA and RIAA want to have their say in a crucial third-party Ninth Circuit appeal about the use of DMCA subpoenas against alleged online pirates. Fearing a ruling that could limit their enforcement options, the groups requested speaking time at an upcoming hearing. This intervention, as well as previous commentary from the EFF, which is backed by a new party, underscores the high-stakes nature of the case.

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[-] bad_news@lemmy.billiam.net 11 points 5 days ago

I wish the worst acts of violence and cancers upon every IP landlord.

[-] Nyticus@kbin.melroy.org 10 points 5 days ago

Haven't they already been crying and screaming for decades? What is it that they want to be heard over that they haven't cried and screamed about before?

[-] veniasilente@lemm.ee 7 points 5 days ago

Oh no! Please someone listen to the millionaires!

(/s btw)

[-] Bakkoda@sh.itjust.works 2 points 4 days ago

I heard enough out of the mpa(a) when they went after 2600 for linking info to DeCSS.

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