Supreme Court rules in favor of Cox Communications in copyright dispute with record labels
The US Supreme Court has ruled in favor of Cox Communications in a copyright dispute with record labels, stating that the internet service provider is not liable for copyright violations by its customers. The decision reverses a jury verdict and lower-court rulings, and could have significant implications for internet service providers and copyright holders.
The Supreme Court has sided with Cox Communications in a copyright fight. Cox provides internet service to over 6 million homes and businesses in over a dozen states. The court ruled unanimously that Cox bears no liability for copyright violations by its customers. The lawsuit was led by Sony Music Entertainment, which claimed Cox did not do enough to deter or cut off customers who downloaded music illegally. A jury had initially found Cox liable for over $1 billion, but the 4th Circuit threw out the size of the award. The decision could impact internet service providers and copyright holders.
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