Monday, September 7, 2009

What's New With Youtube




Here's an update on all the latest headlines involving Youtube.

1. Youtube has struck a deal with right's holders and music videos return to the UK version of the site. Meanwhile, protests occur in response the the British government's plans to disconnect persistent file sharers.

YouTube UK welcomes back the music
(LINK)
YouTube and PRS make peace as musicians protest about plans to punish file sharers
(LINK)

2. Yet another new business model is in the works, which is a good sign that rights holders might be closer to realising the benefits of embracing new distribution methods.

WSJ: YouTube and movie studios in talks over streaming rentals
(LINK)

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