
Why are online creators against EU’s new Article 17 (formerly 13)?
You may have come across numerous artists using online platforms to voice their concern regarding the Article 17 drafted by EU to protect copyright.
The controversial laws were first approved in September 2018 by European Parliament members, with the final version receiving approval in February after three days of talks in France. It was officially passed on April 15 by the EU after 19 countries voted in its favour with only six opposing it. Three countries abstained from voting.
Article 17 explained
The Article 17 was formerly Article 13 till it was renamed on April 15. It is a component of EU’s new directive on copyright. It has been devised to better protect the rights of creators. The aim of the Article 17 to encourage cooperation between the right holders and online conte