Word: noank
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...technology will continue to evolve. And as innovators develop new ways of sharing copyrighted material, the University should engage with both creators and the “fair users” who follow and build upon their works. Finding the right balance will be challenging, but projects such as Noank Media, developed by faculty and fellows at the Berkman Center, provides one glimpse into what the future may hold. Just this year, Noank Media became a functioning international corporation with operations in both China and Canada...
With the goal of fostering “limitless legal content flow” through innovative licensing deals, Noank makes shared music look “free” to its listeners while reimbursing the copyright holders directly for downloads of their materials. Noank does this by serving as an aggregator, collecting payment through institutions such as libraries and schools, as well as Internet Service Providers. Forward-thinking copyright holders recognize that this system may offer them more rewards, not less control...
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