There is no effective filtering out of copyrighted works operating now within Napster. We believe it is willful, ... Virtually all of the music that we noticed to Napster, that they claimed they have filtered out, is still available on their system. |
They simply go to the Internet and download it. |
This hearing was Napster's attempt to escape responsibility for aiding and abetting wide scale piracy and -- not surprisingly -- they lost, ... Napster just lost its last delaying tactic. |
This hearing was Napster's attempt to escape responsibility for aiding and abetting wide scale piracy and, not surprisingly, they lost, |
This initiative is about the technology community developing an open security system that promotes compatible products in a competitive marketplace. |
This is a clear victory, ... The court of appeals found that the injunction is not only warranted, but required. And it ruled in our favor on every legal issue presented. |
Today's announcement does not bring an end to the court case, ... There are multiple plaintiffs in addition to BMG; and BMG itself has said that it won't withdraw its complaint against Napster until they actually implement a legitimate business model. |
Unauthorized use of these MP3 files is really creating a problem for artists in the music community. |
We are pleased with the court's decision today. |
We cannot sit idly by while these services continue to operate illegally, especially at a time when new legitimate services are being launched. |
We remain confident that the (9th U.S. Circuit) Court will ultimately affirm once it has had an opportunity to review the facts and the law. |
We're confident that the Ninth Circuit understands the severity of our claim and will uphold the decision of the U.S. Federal Court. Monday's decision may finally clear the way for the legitimate online marketplace to thrive in an environment that encourages both creativity and a respect for copyright. |