StreamCast Ordered to Filter P2P Software But Escapes Being Shut Down
The US District Court for the Central District of California has issued a permanent injunction
prohibiting StreamCast Networks, Inc from distributing file-sharing software that induces
end users to infringe copyrights. The injunction is a mixed victory for the plaintiffs (a group
of record companies, movie studios and music publishers). Although the injunction prohibits
StreamCast from intentionally inducing infringement, it does not stop all distribution of the
Morpheus file-sharing software while StreamCast improves filtering technology that blocks
sharing of copyrighted materials. The decision also permits StreamCast to collect
advertising revenue from existing, unfiltered versions of the software, and the plaintiffs are
required to help StreamCast identify infringing files by providing artist names, titles of works
and certifications of ownership. Finally, the district court retained the power to adjust the
permanent injunction as new developments arise.
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