Wed, 18 May 2005

The Beeb Shall Inherit the Earth

An interesting look at the BBC and copyright in the digital age. Whatever one might think of the Beeb as a newsgathering organization, I must say that they do seem to be rather forward looking when it comes to disseminating what information they do gather.

While Hollywood locks down American culture with draconian copyright restrictions, across the pond one of the world's leading broadcasters is embracing the digital future. Blogger and sci-fi author Cory Doctorow sings the praises of the BBC.

(link) [Wired News]

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On 5/20/2005 13:14:08
Starlight Bunnybutt wrote

Not as free as it should be.

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