July 12th, 2012 by Stuart Dredge

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The European Commission has published its proposals to modernise collecting societies and simplify pan-European music licensing. They call for “improved governance and greater transparency”...

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July 10th, 2012 by Music Ally

The European Commission is set to unveil a draft law on Wednesday that will give societies 12 months after the financial year in which tracks are played to pay artists, composers and songwriters.

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July 10th, 2012 by Music Ally

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The European Commission is set to unveil a draft law on Wednesday that will give societies 12 months after the financial year in which tracks are played to pay artists, composers and songwriters.

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April 12th, 2012 by Music Ally

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The Pirate Bay has made some eccentric announcements in 2012 so far, but more seriously, we consider the shifting sands in the online piracy world, as sites and services look to become even more anonymous,...

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May 11th, 2010 by Music Ally

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A group of copyright owners has filed an amicus brief supporting Viacom in its copyright infringement lawsuit against YouTube, including US collecting societies ASCAP and BMI.

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