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YouTube says most disputed copyright claims are resolved in the uploader's favor
The service published its first biannual copyright transparency report.
YouTube Studio has a tool that checks for copyright violations during upload
The Checks system gives users the chance to address problems that could affect the video's reach and revenue.
YouTube makes it easier for creators to address copyright claims
YouTube's copyright claims system can be a headache for creators. Content ID -- the platform's automated cross-checking system -- is often overzealous in demonetizing or removing videos. Plus, filing disputes against erroneous claims isn't a clear-cut process and gives copyright holders the final say in most situations. YouTube has made things a bit easier for creators with an update to the YouTube Studio Dashboard, though. Users now have a clearer view of which videos contain copyrighted material and have the option to quickly remove the offending sections.
Non-profit resource launched in response to YouTube Content ID crackdown
Defender's Quest developer Lars Doucet has launched an online resource for the Let's Play community following YouTube's recent expansion of its Content ID Match system, which resulted in widespread revenue denial for affected content creators. Inspired by the community-rallying #wholetsplay Twitter hashtag and a Wikia resource that emerged in the aftermath of YouTube's increase in music-detecting copyright claims, Doucet's website will offer advice and workarounds specifically geared toward the Let's Play community. The site will additionally warn creators and developers of "bad actors" in the music reselling space who aggressively pursue Content ID matches, and will highlight studios who grant YouTube users permission to earn revenue from recorded gameplay footage. "The website will have some standard legal language that will be available to everyone to use, and educate them on these legal minefields in a simple and clear way," Doucet told Polygon. "We'd also like to create some badges, much like creative commons does, that go along with the license materials, which developers can use to advertise what legal ground they stand on, advertising that their music is safe to use." YouTube recently addressed its Content ID Match expansion, explaining that the rights to in-game music are frequently resold to music labels and other aggregators, who may pursue action against channel owners who host matched content. The service currently recommends users to remove background music from affected videos in order to re-enable monetization.
YouTube explains its expanded Content ID system, rise in claims
YouTube's Content ID program scans videos for copyrighted content – music, graphics and the like – and gives the copyright holder the option to monetize, block or track these videos. YouTube recently revamped Content ID, and some Let's Play personalities have received claims, mostly targeting the music in their videos. When a copyright holder monetizes or blocks flagged content, the Let's Player can't monetize that video anymore. In an email acquired by Kotaku, YouTube explains its Content ID system and offers tips for Let's Play creators: "Last week, we expanded the system to scan more channels, including those affiliated with a multi-channel network ("MCN"). As a result, some channels, including many gaming channels, saw claims appear against their videos from audio or video copyright holders. Keep in mind one video may contain multiple copyrighted works, any of which could potentially result in a claim." The email continues, "Online rights are often resold to companies like music labels and aggregators. While you might not recognize the owner, this doesn't necessarily mean their claims are invalid .... Know that we love what you do. We've worked hard to design Content ID and other tools to give everyone - from individual creators to media companies - the opportunity to make great videos and earn money." As for the tips, YouTube links to its copyright support page, where content creators can dispute claims and learn more about Fair Use and Content ID. It also reminds users to "be aware of music," and suggests turning off background music but keeping on sound effects. A few publishers – Capcom, Ubisoft, Deep Silver, Blizzard – ask YouTubers to contest any Content ID claims as quickly as possible so they can be dismissed.
YouTube scales back automatic Content ID takedowns, improves appeals process
In the last several years Google has become quick to respond to complaints of copyright infringement. Unfortunately, its record in dealing with unfounded claims (specifically on YouTube) is a bit mixed. In particular the process for appealing a Content ID takedown has left many users frustrated and with little recourse in the event of a rejected dispute. And its the content owners themselves who make that decision. Starting today, even if a dispute is rejected, users can file an appeal that leaves a content owner with one of two choices -- rescind the complaint or file a proper DMCA takedown notice. To minimize the amount of appeals and disputes Google is also launching an improved Content ID algorithm that identifies potentially invalid claims and places them in a queue to be reviewed manually before takedowns are issued. For more, check out the source. Update: Wired has a statement from Google clarifying that the queue flagged content ends up in is for it to be reviewed manually by the content owner, not Google itself.
Final Fantasy XI's character reactivation service lets you bring deleted characters back to life
Do you miss the home you use to call Vana'diel? Do you wish you never punched that "delete" key when you were signing off of PlayOnline for the last time? And, lastly, are you too impatient to wait for another "Return Home to Vana'diel" campaign to begin?Good news for you then! The guys and gals over at Square-Enix have finally decided to drop their timed campaign and bring in a new permanent solution for those of you who have deleted your characters from the system but would like to get them back -- character reactivation.The new service allows people who have canceled and deleted their Content IDs, people who have deleted characters and canceled their accounts, or people who have canceled their accounts and let the account sit for too long to go back in and restore old data to the account. This means when you now /ragequit Final Fantasy XI and press that delete key too hastily, you can now undo that mistake you made.Sadly, this method won't offer anniversary rings like the "Return Home" campaign did, but hey, you can get your character back anytime you want now! What's not to love?
