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YOUTUBE AMENDS COPYRIGHT FORM AFTER GERMAN DISPUTE

Published by Gbaf News

Posted on November 11, 2014

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· Last updated: June 17, 2020

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YouTube Alters Copyright Dispute Process

BERLIN (AP) – YouTube has amended a form used to resolve copyright disputes after the operators of a German web channel received death threats.

Death Threats Prompt Controversy in Germany

The threats by alleged Islamic extremists came after Al Hayat TV, operated by former Muslims, was told by YouTube to respond to a claim of copyright infringement or risk being shut down.

Al Hayat presenter Barino Barsoum says the form required a contact name and address, and efforts to contact YouTube for clarification were fruitless.

Google Addresses Privacy and Legal Concerns

A spokeswoman for YouTube’s owner Google said Friday it takes users’ privacy very seriously but is compelled to act by U.S. copyright law if an infringement is suspected.

New Options for Contact Details in Form

Mounira Latrache says Al Hayat could have entered the contact details of a lawyer instead, and the form has been revised to highlight this option.

Key Takeaways

  • YouTube changed its copyright dispute form after a German channel received death threats.
  • The form originally asked for personal contact details, raising safety concerns for vulnerable creators.
  • YouTube now emphasizes that users may list a lawyer’s contact details instead of personal information.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why did YouTube amend the form?
Because the German channel Al Hayat TV received death threats after its operator’s personal address was exposed via the form.
Who is Al Hayat TV?
A German web channel run by former Muslims, known for criticizing Islam.
What does the revised form allow now?
It highlights that users can enter a lawyer’s contact information instead of their own to protect privacy.
What was YouTube’s response regarding privacy?
A Google spokeswoman said YouTube takes users’ privacy seriously but must comply with U.S. copyright law, and emphasized the lawyer-contact option.

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