The 17th session of the World Intellectual Property Organization's Standing Committee on Copyright and Related Rights is getting underway in Geneva today, beginning with information sessions prior to start of the official meeting. This morning, Sam Ricketson will present his paper on limitations and exceptions in the digital environment. This afternoon, Nic Garnett discusses automated rights management systems. Tomorrow, Judith Sullivan will present her study of limitations and exception for the visually impaired. There will be a luncheon discussion of technology for the visually impaired, sponsored by the World Blind Union. Kenneth Crews will discuss his study of limitations and exceptions for libraries and archives on Tuesday afternoon. The final information session is Wednesday morning, concerning audiovisual performances. The formal meeting of the SCCR is scheduled to begin Wednesday afternoon.
After many years of merely discussing av and broadcasters rights, it is very exciting to see the SCCR take up limitations and exceptions. We are all very excited to see what may emerge!
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