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Germany’s Collection Society GEMA Having a Rollercoaster Ride?
I think it's worthwhile mentioning again that there are at least two significant differences etween GEMA and US collection societies: GEMA is the only collection society in Germany. Its factual monopoly is acknowledged. Members of GEMA strictly are not allowed to license some works with GEMA while others are licensed under Creative Commons for instance. All works you are creating during your membership solely are managed by GEMA.
ARD/ZDF – The Journey Is the Reward: 12. RÄStV
I intended to compare Germany’s public service broadcasters current position and those of British PBS. There had been the turndown of "Project Kangaroo", the BBC’s joint venture with ITV and Channel 4. In Germany, on the other hand, the bill much debated for defining the legal foundations to PBS online integration had been signed. Having a closer look, each one's perspective on the bill whether affected or not, reveals some astonishing aspects.