The DMCA has not changed since its inception in 1998. Many content creators feel that it does not properly represent the nature of media use or the internet — as live streaming was not a consideration during this time.
The DMCA is presently up for debate with Congress through the U.S. Copyright Office. Currently, content creators’ voices are not a part of this conversation. The platforms, the music industry, and their lawyers are making all of the decisions.
Facebook streamers, it’s time to double-check your background music and look into some copyright free songs. Two years ago, Facebook Gaming announced a historic deal with the music industry, giving streamers the ability to use Read more…
The latest Humble Bundle on sale for a limited time offers a massive library of royalty-free music and sounds for content creators. With over 15,000 soundtracks, sound effects, and samples covering more than 15 electronic Read more…
David Israelite, the President & CEO of the National Music Publishers’ Association (NMPA) writes a scathing article regarding Twitch’s mismanagement of the DMCA music situation and their failures towards streamers and musicians. Continue Reading on Read more…