Internet Archive Loses Appeal in Major Ebook Lending Copyright Case
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Internet Archive Loses Appeal in Major Ebook Lending Copyright Case
A significant legal battle between publishers and the Internet Archive has reached a new chapter, with a federal court ruling against the nonprofit organization. The Internet Archive's attempt to lend out scanned ebooks without permission from publishers has been declared a violation of copyright law. This decision marks a critical moment in the ongoing debate over digital rights and the future of libraries in the digital age. The court's ruling is a blow to the Internet Archive, which had long maintained that its digital lending system was in line with the concept of controlled digital lending (CDL). While the nonprofit aims to provide access to information and preserve cultural artifacts, the publishers argued that its practices amounted to widespread piracy. With the outcome of this case, libraries, publishers, authors, and other stakeholders are now navigating uncharted waters. Let’s dive deeper into the background, implications, and future challenges surrounding this impor…
