Fundamental to CCI’s mission is educating consumers about the ecosystem for digital content and the growing number of choices that exist for accessing music, movies and TV shows online. We know from our own research that most Internet users want to consume content lawfully, but need more guidance about how to engage online legally. Provided …
Washington, DC (May 13, 2015) – In response to the dynamically changing ways consumers are accessing digital entertainment, today the Center for Copyright Information (CCI) announced new steps to help advance its mission: Jim Kohlenberger, a former White House policy advisor, was named as its new Executive Director to help CCI move ahead with its …
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Since joining the Center for Copyright Information (CCI) as its Executive Director, I’ve been fortunate to see firsthand how content creators, Internet leaders and consumer advocates have come together to advance CCI’s novel voluntary, educational and consumer-focused efforts. For those of us who care passionately about ensuring a vibrant, safe and secure Internet, it’s great …
Advancing CCI’s Mission in New and Pragmatic Ways Read More »
We’ve all seen how transformative the Internet can be. Today, students can reach a hand across a keyboard and have access to a whole new universe of knowledge. The Internet can empower kids to communicate, create and consume creative content in ways never before possible, and help better prepare them for the jobs and industries …
The FOSI Annual Conference – Peer-to-Peer Value Sharing Read More »
As we head into the holidays, and the last minute holiday gift buying rush, we are fortunate to be living at a time when there are an ever expanding number of easy ways to enjoy music, and movie options that make awesome gifts for loved ones. With a multitude of new services entering the market …
Recently, as part of an effort to further improve our digital ecosystem, the Trustworthy Accountability Group (TAG), announced a new voluntary advertising industry initiative from many of the world’s largest brand advertisers and agencies aimed at preventing their online ads from appearing on illicit websites that promote digital piracy. Advertisers signing the TAG anti-piracy pledge …
When it comes to Internet security, most users inherently understand that in today’s world you need to be protected when connected. There is nothing more frustrating than watching a friend or family member whose computer has come to a near screeching halt after being infected with malicious malware or a virus. Not only do they …
Check it before you click it — protecting digital content while protecting yourself Read More »
Last week the music industry held its annual awards program. Today’s top artists, including Taylor Swift and Kendrick Lamar, received Grammys and were honored for their work. This coming Sunday, millions of Americans will watch the Oscars and cross their fingers that their favorite movie or actor comes out a winner. The Grammys and the …
