Whilst the fuzzy, static sound associated with a loss of signal on a television cannot be said to possess uniqueness, nor a particular standard of quality, it could be capable of satisfying the low threshold associated with this intellectual property right. The algorithm designed to catch people copying music without permission, has actually aided an industry of monetising on another’s creation.Ĭopyright ownership requires 3 things – qualification as a “work”, a tangible medium of expression and originality. The automated content ID system which scans uploaded videos against a database of files submitted to the platform, made multiple claims on behalf of content creators – who then opted to keep the video live – and automatically reaped the rewards of any revenue from the advertising associated with it.
The 10 hour long video consisting of continuous, indistinct electronic hissing, often used as a method of sleep therapy, was identified by YouTube’s algorithm as a close match to existing content on the site. Sebastian Tomczak, a musician based in Australia, was hit with five copyright claims after he uploaded a white noise recording to YouTube.
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