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RE: Steemit News: DMCA Claim for Copyright Infringement
This is a huge problem...and why we need to be so vigilant about the content that we use, especially if it's not our original work! Not only does it affect the plagiarist/thief, it really affects the ENTIRE site.
I have a feeling that since the copyrighted material is permanently etched on the blockchain, the entity who filed the claim is going to want monetary compensation. Hopefully an agreement is made to rectify the situation for everyone. Which begs the question: who is ultimately responsible when this happens...and I fear it won't be the last time a ticket like this will need to be addressed. :(
So my stock image that is being used without my permission is now permanently stored? Not good!!
It's a problem for Steemit and EVERYONE here. Under the DMCA, the site is not liable if the work is removed immediately (impossible I guess with the Block Chain) AND there is no monetary compensation. Unfortunately those who are using the images illegally, plus Steemit are making money!