The European Commission has published its assessment of the 2023 Recommendation on combating the online piracy of sports and other live events. While it acknowledges certain positive developments, such as the expanded use of dynamic blocking orders in several Member States and enhanced cooperation among national authorities through the network of the EU Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO), the Commission concludes that overall piracy levels have remained largely unchanged following the non-binding Recommendation.
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The Committee for the Notification of Online Infringement of Copyright and Related Rights (EDPPI) operates as an out-of-court mechanism that offers rapid and effective protection to holders of copyright and related rights. Through special orders, the Committee aims at the immediate cessation and prevention of online infringements, while it also provides special live-blocking procedures for sports events, cultural events, and audiovisual works.
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The HCO Newsletter – October & November 2025
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On 4 November 2025, the High Court of London issued a ruling in which Stability AI, creator of the Stable Diffusion model, won a significant legal battle against Getty Images.
The Hellenic Copyright Organization cordially invites you to an online event on “Copyright Law and Artificial Intelligence – The AIPPI International Resolution” with keynote speaker Prof. Dr. Jan Bernd Nordemann, LL.M. (Cambridge), specialized attorney in Copyright, Media, and Industrial Property Law (Germany), Honorary Professor at Humboldt-University Berlin, and Chair of the Plenary Session at the AIPPI World Congress 2025 on the Resolution “Copyright & AI”.
The ACT (Association of Commercial Television in Europe and Video on Demand Services in Europe) has sent a letter to the European Commission emphasizing the importance of protecting content broadcast live by media, sports, and cultural organizations. The letter highlights the rise of unauthorized online streaming and its impact on businesses, viewers, and the public economy.
The Hellenic Copyright Organization expresses its deep sorrow for the loss of Dionisis Savvopoulos, a creator who played a decisive role in shaping modern Greek music. His work constitutes a valuable part of our cultural and intellectual heritage and will continue to inspire future generations of artists. The HCO extends its sincere condolences to his family and associates.
On Monday, October 20, 2025, HCO in collaboration with the Regional Directorate of Primary and Secondary Education of East Attica, organized an online seminar titled “Copyright in our lives” for primary education teachers in the region.
On Wednesday, October 15, 2025, HCO in collaboration with the Regional Directorate of Primary and Secondary Education of East Attica, held an online seminar titled “Copyright in Our Lives” for secondary education teachers in the region.
On October 10, 2025, and following an invitation from the School Principal, Mr. Ioannis Koulis, a visit took place at the 9th Primary School of Arta, marking the third stop in the series of activities “Copyright in Our Lives.”