The MPA and RIAA want to have their say in a crucial third-party Ninth Circuit appeal about the use of DMCA subpoenas against alleged online pirates. Fearing a ruling that could limit their enforcement options, the groups requested speaking time at an upcoming hearing. This intervention, as well as previous commentary from the EFF, which is backed by a new party, underscores the high-stakes nature of the case.

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[–] bad_news@lemmy.billiam.net 11 points 4 days ago

I wish the worst acts of violence and cancers upon every IP landlord.

[–] Nyticus@kbin.melroy.org 10 points 3 days ago (1 children)

Haven't they already been crying and screaming for decades? What is it that they want to be heard over that they haven't cried and screamed about before?

[–] veniasilente@lemm.ee 7 points 4 days ago

Oh no! Please someone listen to the millionaires!

(/s btw)

[–] Bakkoda@sh.itjust.works 2 points 3 days ago

I heard enough out of the mpa(a) when they went after 2600 for linking info to DeCSS.