Italy preparing to hold YouTube, others liable for uploads

User-generated content sites have always resisted the idea that they should be regulated like traditional broadcasters, but Italy has been the democracy that has gone furthest in that direction. The move toward regulation continues with a new policy that could force sites like YouTube to obtain TV licenses from the Italian government. Such sites could also be fully liable for copyright infringement and libelous or illegal material posted by users.

Read full article in arstechnica.

Previously:

-- Italy's Berlusconi backs legislation to screen content on YouTube

-- Italy proposed "Uploader's licence"

emily | 2:08 PM | Copypright Issues |
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