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Originally Posted by Fluribus
They fear that "piracy detection and prevention tools" may "infringe on free speech and the right to privacy". That potential costs of lawsuits may deter the rise of sites that "allow users to upload content without gatekeeper permission". That a "proposal to make streaming unauthorized works a felony" would have a "chilling effect on artists who use such independent forums and may harm sites that allow streaming of user generated content by driving away contributors."
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Yes, I can see that surveillance can have a chilling effect on free speech and privacy concerns. I just don't see where copyright comes into play.