Jun 22 2023 21 mins 3
In this episode, we explore the world of online copyright crime and its profound impact, not only on creators but also on users and consumers. Join us as Andrew Masterson, the Lead for Engagement, Anti-piracy and Copyright Disruptions at the Police Intellectual Property Crime Unit (PIPCU), City of London Police, shares his firsthand experiences in tackling online piracy head-on. Discover the relentless efforts undertaken by PIPCU to combat this pervasive issue, safeguarding the interests of creators while also protecting unsuspecting users from the potential dangers lurking within pirate websites. In addition, we will listen to Thomas Dillon, Legal Counsellor in the Building Respect for IP Division of WIPO, as he talks about the role that advertisements play in the illegal distribution of pirated content on the Internet. In this context, Thomas explains how WIPO Alert, a successful international public-private partnership initiative, contributes to curbing online piracy.
“Eye on Copyright Enforcement” – conversations with artists, lawyers and creative industry experts on the importance of respecting copyright – is brought to you by the Building Respect for IP Division with the support of the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism of the Republic of Korea. Any questions or comments? Feel free to send them to: [email protected].
