Via Ars Technica, “HBO wants its programming to be off-limits for DVRs“: HBO has joined the fray with a recent FCC filing in which it argues that its programming—and all “Subscription Video On Demand” services—should fall into the category of “Copy Never.” In a broadcast-flagged world, that translate into consumers not being able to record… Continue reading HBO wants its business to be off-limits for customers
Category: Privatization
Don’t forget to privatize the works that work
Via Crooks and Liars, “Video of Random Shootings in Iraq“: “The video has sparked concern that private security companies, which are not subject to any form of regulation either in Britain or in Iraq, could be responsible for the deaths of hundreds of innocent Iraqis.” I didn’t think to add privatization as the next step… Continue reading Don’t forget to privatize the works that work