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International Publishing Company, Hachette has signed a "print-on-demand" agreement with the French National Library (BnF) which will allow them to sell out-of-copyright works from the BnF's online library. European Union countries have been known for setting limitations on the reproductions of oeuvres, particularly where the web is concerned. Hachette seems to have found a way to profit from this...

In a turn for the absurd, HarperCollins determines that the value of an ebook is 26 reads. Libraries are less than thrilled.

A reference to Section 512 of Digital Millennium Copyright Act's "safe harbors" exception from my blog entry.

As soon as the photograph is taken, Lady Gaga requests that the copyright is turned over to her. Unlike other artists, like Madonna or Radiohead, Gaga is limiting how photos of her performances are distributed. Is this demand justified and if so, does it exclude people who cannot afford to attend live performances?

"Google provides the Android operating system free to handset makers, and allows them to tailor the open-source software somewhat, yet limits their freedom to tinker." It's interesting that this case brings up the question of the Android's compatibility, much like Apple's DRM dilemma.