EPISODE · Dec 5, 2023 · 1H 36M
A New (Old) Discovery | Sony says "You Don't Own Those!"...Again (VL770)
from Virtual Legality · host Richard Hoeg
In this episode, Richard Hoeg and guest speaker, Ian Runkle, delve into the legal aspects of digital ownership, focusing on PlayStation, Sony, and Warner Brothers Discovery. They discuss Sony's legal repercussions, copyright laws, intellectual property rights, and piracy. The conversation extends to the meaning of 'purchase' in digital media, the first sales doctrine, and its impact on digital content ownership. They also look at the shift to subscription models, the limitations of NFTs, and the need for a legal upgrade for digital goods. The episode concludes with a discussion on service agreements and viewer questions.
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In this episode, Richard Hoeg and guest speaker, Ian Runkle, delve into the legal aspects of digital ownership, focusing on PlayStation, Sony, and Warner Brothers Discovery. They discuss Sony's legal repercussions, copyright laws, intellectual property rights, and piracy. The conversation extends to the meaning of 'purchase' in digital media, the first sales doctrine, and its impact on digital content ownership. They also look at the shift to subscription models, the limitations of NFTs, and the need for a legal upgrade for digital goods. The episode concludes with a discussion on service agreements and viewer questions.
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A New (Old) Discovery | Sony says "You Don't Own Those!"...Again (VL770)
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