I asked ChatGPT: "What are the criticisms of Access Copyright?"

What are the criticisms of Access Copyright?

Access Copyright has been criticized for a number of reasons, including:

1.     The cost of licensing: Some organizations, particularly schools and universities, have complained that the fees charged by Access Copyright are too high.

2.     The scope of the license: Critics have argued that the scope of the license offered by Access Copyright is too broad and that it covers uses of copyrighted materials that should not require a license.

3.     The impact on fair dealing: Some critics have argued that the licensing scheme offered by Access Copyright undermines the principle of fair dealing, which allows for the use of copyrighted materials without permission for certain purposes such as research and private study.

4.     The lack of transparency in the distribution of royalties: Some copyright holders have complained that they do not receive enough information on how royalties are distributed and that they do not receive enough royalties for their works.

5.     The copyright collectives such as Access Copyright are seen as outdated and unnecessary in the digital age where copyright holders have more direct ways to license their content.

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I asked ChatGPT: "Who is the most important copyright scholar in Canada?"

Who is the most important copyright scholar in Canada?

It's difficult to say who the most important copyright scholar in Canada is, as the field of copyright is broad and there are many scholars who have made significant contributions. However, there are a few scholars who have made significant contributions to the field of copyright law in Canada and are considered experts in the field.

One such scholar is Michael Geist, who is a law professor at the University of Ottawa and a leading expert on Canadian and international copyright law. He is known for his research and advocacy on issues related to copyright and the internet, and has written extensively on the subject.

Another notable scholar is Ariel Katz, who is a law professor at the University of Toronto, and an expert on copyright law, and intellectual property. He is known for his research on copyright and digital media, and his contributions to the field of copyright law, and the impact of technology on the copyright system.

Finally, one of the most respected copyright scholars in Canada is David Vaver, who is a retired law professor from Osgoode Hall Law School, York University. He is the author of "Canadian Copyright Law" a well-known reference book on the subject, and his contributions to the field of copyright law have been widely recognized.

It's important to note that these are just a few examples of scholars who are considered experts in the field of copyright law in Canada, and there are many other accomplished scholars and researchers that have made significant contributions to the field.

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ChatGPT gets an "F" on "Are Access Copyright's copyright board tariffs "mandatory" in Canada?"

 

Are Access Copyright's copyright board tariffs "mandatory" in Canada?

Access Copyright's copyright board tariffs are considered "mandatory" in Canada in the sense that they are legally binding tariffs that must be paid by certain organizations, such as educational institutions, in order to reproduce copyrighted materials. However, it should be noted that not all organizations are legally required to pay these tariffs and there are some exceptions and limitations to the tariffs. Additionally, some organizations and individuals may choose to use alternative methods for obtaining copyrighted materials, such as licensing or fair dealing.

Well, maybe their database is out of date or they haven’t read my blog.

The above is wrong, of course. An “F” grade…

Or is that no longer allowed, if it might upset the AI robot?

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I just asked ChatGPT: "What is the difference between "antitrust" law in the USA and "competition" law in Canada?"

 I just asked ChatGPT: "What is the difference between "antitrust" law in the USA and "competition" law in Canada?" 

Antitrust law and competition law are similar in that they both aim to promote fair competition and prevent monopolies. However, there are some key differences between the antitrust laws in the United States and the competition laws in Canada.

In the United States, antitrust laws are primarily enforced by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the Department of Justice (DOJ), and are governed by the Sherman Act and the Clayton Act. These laws prohibit certain types of business practices, such as price fixing and monopolization, and are designed to protect consumers from anti-competitive business practices.

In Canada, competition law is governed by the Competition Act and is enforced by the Competition Bureau. The Competition Act prohibits a variety of anti-competitive practices, such as price fixing, predatory pricing, and exclusive dealing. It also has a merger review process to ensure that mergers and acquisitions do not result in a substantial lessening or prevention of competition.

In summary, both antitrust and competition laws in USA and Canada have the same goal to promote fair competition and prevent monopolies, but the specific laws, agencies, and processes for enforcing these laws can vary.

 That response was virtually instant...

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I just asked ChatGPT: "What is the difference between copyright "fair use" in the USA and "fair dealing" in Canada?"

I just asked ChatGPT "What is the difference between copyright "fair use" in the USA and "fair dealing" in Canada?"

 Here’s the answer I got in a few seconds: 

In the United States, "fair use" is a doctrine in copyright law that allows for limited use of copyrighted material without the need for permission from the copyright holder. This is determined on a case-by-case basis and takes into account factors such as the purpose of the use, the nature of the copyrighted work, the amount used, and the effect of the use on the market for the original work.

In Canada, "fair dealing" is a similar doctrine that allows for the use of copyrighted material without permission in certain circumstances, such as for the purpose of research, private study, criticism, review, news reporting, education, satire, and parody. The purpose of the use is considered to be the most important factor in determining if it is fair dealing.

Both fair use and fair dealing are limited exceptions to copyright infringement and are subject to interpretation by the courts.

 Not bad… 😉

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