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The 1976 Act @ 50

A retrospective on the most influential U.S. copyright statute of the modern era. This collection revisits the Act’s history, impact, and continuing relevance.

AI & Copyright

Focused conversations on artificial intelligence, authorship, and ownership. Explore how the creative and legal communities are responding to rapid technological change.

Preservation

Explore the role of libraries, archivists, and cultural stewards in maintaining access to creative works. This collection highlights how preservation efforts intersect with copyright.

Copyright + Photography

Photography sits at the crossroads of art, technology, and law. This collection showcases issues around originality, reproduction, and creative control.

In the Classroom

Content designed for students, educators, and those new to copyright. Discover approachable articles, student notes, and discussions that support learning and teaching.

Keeping Up With Copyright

A running editorial series capturing timely updates, commentary, and ongoing conversations within the society and the broader copyright community.

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C+T Panel 1 – THIS MASQUERADE STREAMING: FRAUD AND COPYRIGHT

Volume 72, Issue 4 with Copyright + Technology Conference 2025

C+T Panel 2 – A THOUSAND TIMES NO: THE PRACTICALITIES OF OPT-OUT FOR AI TRAINING

Adam Rendle , Daan Archer , Ali Sternburg , Thomas Sullivan
Volume 72, Issue 4 with Copyright + Technology Conference 2025

C+T KEYNOTE ADDRESS

Tracey Armstrong
Volume 72, Issue 4 with Copyright + Technology Conference 2025

C+T Panel 3 – WHAT’S PAST IS PROLOGUE: LESSONS FOR AI FROM THE FILE-SHARING ERA

Volume 72, Issue 4 with Copyright + Technology Conference 2025

C+T Panel 4 – MY OWN THREE HANDS: AI CONTENT CREATION TOOLS AND COPYRIGHT REGISTRATION

Charity Gates , Maria Backman , Zac Cooper Cooper , Gili Karev , Dori Ann Hanswirth
Volume 72, Issue 4 with Copyright + Technology Conference 2025

COPYRIGHTING STYLE

Christopher Buccafusco
Volume 72, Issue 4 with Copyright + Technology Conference 2025