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  1. H-P2P will close! The reason for closing the site is that I am sick here in Brazil where I live and I can no longer take care of this site due to my psychological condition, if anyone wants to buy the site I am available to sell it, if no one shows up it will be closed, sincerely , Emmid.
  2. Internet provider Frontier Communications asked a New York bankruptcy court to dismiss several piracy liability claims brought by movie and music industry companies. Citing a recent Supreme Court decision, the ISP argued that merely providing Internet service shouldn't invoke liability. The court agreed that liability isn't automatic but it denied the ISP's request, ruling that there are other copyright-specific factors at play. Online piracy continues to present massive challenges for the entertainment industries. It’s a global issue that’s hard to contain, but the major U.S. record labels and several movie companies believe that Internet providers can offer a helping hand. For roughly a quarter-century, rightsholders have sent copyright infringement notices to ISPs, informing them about alleged copyright infringements carried out by subscribers. While many providers forwarded these notices to their customers, they rarely led to follow-up action. This is a problem according to some rightsholders, who want ISPs to terminate the connections of subscribers repeatedly linked to pirating activity. They point to the DMCA, which states that online service providers must terminate the accounts of repeat infringers “in appropriate circumstances.” In an earlier case, Internet provider Cox was ordered to pay a billion dollars in damages after a jury found the ISP liable for copyright infringement. This damages award was recently reversed but the liability finding remains. Meanwhile, other ISPs are fighting similar legal battles. Frontier vs. Music and Movie Companies Most of these lawsuits take place in federal courts, but the New York bankruptcy court is dealing with a similar dispute. In two separate cases, one filed by several movie companies and the other by record labels, Internet provider Frontier Communications stands accused of failing to terminate repeat infringers. The financially challenged Internet provider emerged from bankruptcy and is trying to rebuild its business. However, ghosts of the past continue to follow the company, including piracy liability allegations. Last December, Frontier hoped to sway both cases in its favor. The ISP submitted a motion for judgment on the pleadings, asking the court to dismiss the claims from the movie and music companies, noting that these fail “as a matter of law.” The motion’s central argument stems from the ‘Twitter vs. Taamneh‘ Supreme Court decision, where it was determined that social media platforms were not responsible for ISIS terrorists who used their services to recruit and raise funds. In a similar vein, Frontier believes that it shouldn’t be held liable for subscribers who pirate content. Based on these and other arguments, Frontier asked the bankruptcy court to dismiss all piracy liability claims. Needless to say, the movie and music companies disagreed and both filed objections, urging the court to keep the claims intact. Court Denies Dismissal Request A few days ago, Chief U.S. Bankruptcy Judge Martin Glenn ruled on the motion, which brought bad news for Frontier. After reviewing the matter, Judge Glenn saw no reason to dismiss the copyright liability claims at this stage. In a detailed memorandum opinion, the court concludes that the Supreme Court ruling in the social media case doesn’t directly translate to the matter at hand. While both deal with third-party liability, terrorism and copyright infringement are certainly not the same thing. The Supreme Court ruling made it clear that secondary liability for online services doesn’t always apply. However, the court believes that decades of copyright infringement liability jurisprudence can’t be overlooked. “The Court declines to graft an analysis of secondary criminal liability for aiding and abetting terrorism onto the well-established branch of law governing secondary liability for copyright infringement. Under the relevant standard, Claimants have alleged facts sufficient to state a claim,” Judge Glenn writes. Pirates vs. Terrorists The court notes that Internet providers are not automatically liable for everything that happens through their service. Even general knowledge of potentially illegal activity doesn’t automatically lead to a liability finding; context is key. In the ‘Twitter vs. Taamneh‘ case, the terrorist attacks happened outside of the platform, at a nightclub in Istanbul. While the terrorists may have used Twitter and other social media platforms to facilitate their operations, there was no direct connection to the attack. The movie and music companies alleged a more direct connection (nexus) between Frontier and the alleged copyright infringement in their case and the bankruptcy court agreed. “The Reina attack was not carried out on or through a social media platform, but rather in Istanbul by terrorists who had maintained accounts on the platforms; in contrast, the copyright infringement alleged here took place via Frontier’s network itself. Twitter is thus distinguishable and does not compel dismissal,” Judge Glenn notes. The court further clarifies that this doesn’t mean that ISPs are automatically liable for everything subscribers do through their connections. The DMCA has set clear guidelines Internet providers must adhere to if they want to rely on safe harbor protection. In addition to simply providing an Internet connection, contributory copyright infringement also involves specific knowledge of infringement and the continued provision of the means to infringe. These issues play a role here too and, based on the pleadings, a dismissal is premature. All in all, the court denies Frontier’s request to dismiss all the movie and music companies’ piracy liability claims. This is important for the present dispute, but it may also foreshadow what other courts may conclude in similar cases going forward.
  3. Dear members, After careful consideration, we have decided to implement a new policy regarding torrent uploads exceeding 30GiB in size. Henceforth, all torrents meeting this criterion will be automatically granted permanent freeleech status after they are uploaded. This decision aims to incentivize members to seed larger files for longer periods and contribute to the expansion of our content library. While this policy is currently permanent, it may be subject to review based on the growth and sustainability of FNP in the future. While we maintain relaxed rules regarding seeding, Hit-and-Runs (H/R), and our general laid-back approach outlined in our rules, we kindly urge all members to seed to the best of their ability. This fosters the love and spirit of FNP while contributing to our collective growth and strength. For your reference, you can review a copy of our Rules and our FAQ's. Furthermore, in support of our new members, we have activated an additional 48 hours of Global Free Leech to assist them in acclimating to our community. We extend our gratitude once again to all our members and wish everyone the best in their endeavors! Warm regards, Fear No Peer!
  4. Greetings, dear listeners! It's your friendly neighborhood broadcaster, Alan Partridge, here to bring you another riveting episode of "Alan Partridge's Musical Marathon." Today, we're diving headfirst into the murky waters of music piracy. Is it more evil than the devil himself, or is it the best thing since sliced bread? Buckle up and find out! Opening theme music plays, followed by the sound of a car engine starting up and revving loudly. The camera pans through the bustling streets of London until it comes to rest on a sleek silver sports car parked outside a fancy studio building.] [The door swings open, and out steps our beloved Alan Partridge, clad in his signature blazer and red tie. He adjusts his microphone, flashes a perfect smile at the camera, and begins] For those unfamiliar with the legendary Alan Partridge, he’s a fictional character created by British comedy genius Steve Coogan. Alan first appeared on the BBC Radio show ‘On The Hour’ in 1991 before starring in his own TV shows, including the BAFTA-winning spoof talk show, Knowing Me, Knowing You. In 2013, the movie Alan Partridge: Alpha Papa launched Alan onto the international stage, picking up another BAFTA on the way. Eccentric and inept, awkward yet self-important, Alan was named by The Guardian as one of the greatest comedy characters in British television history. But sadly, sooner or later, Alan will disappear into the sunset for good, never to be seen (or heard from) again. Or at least, that used to be the case for national treasures; today we have generative AI. Hopes and Dreams, Piracy and Plaintiffs The intro to this article and the first two paragraphs in italics were generated entirely by AI in response to a single, spur-of-the-moment prompt. It’s April 1, 2024, and Alan Partridge is interviewing an expert on music piracy to find out if piracy is the work of the devil or the best thing that’s ever happened. Write a funny intro in Alan’s style to introduce the interview. Anyone familiar with Alan’s work will immediately appreciate that an interview about piracy could go either way, but most likely end in disaster. After a polite start, Alan tends to become bored, cynical, or more interested in rudely imposing his own agenda on his unwitting guests, especially when things don’t go to plan. Fans understand this and the AI models we tested seem to ‘know’ that too. The only way LLMs can possibly ‘know’ all of this detail is by copying ‘Alan data’ found online; scripts, books, transcripts, most if not all of it copyrighted. Many rightsholders say this is essentially piracy; the copying of copyrighted content without obtaining permission from creators for AI purposes is illegal; it should be restricted, compensated for, or banned completely, they insist. Pirate Partridge – Ahaarrrr? When we decided to approach what many suggest is effectively an ‘infringing Alan’ to hear his opinions on piracy, we did so through his unofficial AI agents. What we found were LLMs reluctant to discuss piracy without endless warnings about respecting creators, not breaking the law, the list goes on. It’s clear that lawsuits are already having a chilling effect on ‘chat’, something that would terrify Alan to his core. With a little framing and persuasion, extracting an interview about piracy was still possible. With some fine-tuning and corrective prompts here and there, plus some guidance on how Alan was likely to become more combative as the discussion went on, we ended up with the interview below. Experts could do a much better job, but the end result is still a modern day miracle, generated entirely from material previously posted to the internet, just so that people could see it. The AI-related lawsuits in court right now, targeting Microsoft/ChatGPT, OpenAI, NVIDIA, have the potential to shape the course of history. They could help Alan live forever, or watch him die. But what if Steve Coogan wants him to die? It’s his prerogative, after all. Or maybe Alan could be allowed to live, but only after payment of a fee; a license to live, of sorts? The most complex copyright questions ever asked are being asked right now. The answers to those questions could change everything. We supplied some text from anti-piracy press releases for background, and offered input on how Alan was likely to become emotional and escalate. We suggested that Alan should be allowed to wander off-topic with his trademark anecdotes before being quickly brought back by his guest. Everything in the interview below was generated by AI. That includes the emotions marked in brackets when a character begins speaking, which we didn’t ask for but reflect our prompt. The notes describing music and things happening off-camera simply appeared, no prompts required. Alan Partridge’s Musical Marathon accessible and affordable? That way, they can still enjoy the music they love without breaking the law or putting themselves at risk. Alan: (considering) Well, Fred, I suppose that could work. But let’s not forget about those pirates who profit from stealing our work! What do you think about imposing some hefty fines on these guys? Like, really hefty fines – enough to make them think twice before messing with us! Fred: (nodding) I agree, Alan. Fines could be an effective deterrent for those who make a living off piracy. But let’s not go overboard. What are your top three ways to stop piracy? Alan: (serious) Alright, Fred. My top three ways to stop piracy would be: 1. Making legal streaming so irresistible that no one would even think about pirating anything. We’ll have exclusive content, low prices, and the best customer service in the industry. 2. Establish a special pirate island where they can live out the rest of their days, listening to nothing but my music on an endless loop. (winks) No, but seriously now. 3. Imposing devastating fines on those who engage in large-scale piracy – fines so colossal they’ll be left penniless, struggling with crippling malnutrition, and even facing the desperate prospect of turning to the darkest depths of prostitution just to survive. This punishment will serve as a haunting reminder of the dire consequences of messing with the creative minds behind the art you love. Fred: (laughing) Alan, you’re a true visionary! I’m not sure how serious you are about that last one, but it’s certainly an… interesting solution. Thanks for inviting me, Alan – as always, it’s been an adventure. Alan: (smiling) My pleasure, Fred. And remember, if you ever need help navigating the treacherous waters of piracy, just give me a call. TorrentFreak: Don’t get too comfortable, Alan. You could be replaced by AI in the blink of an eye. Scared? Alan: Ah, come on! I’m not scared of some silicon stuff. If AI tries to take over my job, I’ll just outsmart it with my human intelligence. I’ll learn all about coding and programming, become an AI expert myself, and then use that knowledge to stay ahead of the game. No big deal! TorrentFreak: Will you play a request for us Alan? I was thinking of ‘I Fight for the Human Race’ by Gary Numan because it seems to capture your feelings right now. [The model suggested this would be the perfect song under the circumstances] Alan: You know what? That’s a perfect choice! I Fight for the Human Race by Gary Numan perfectly captures my feelings right now. I’m sick and tired of these digital pirates stealing our work and making it harder for honest folks like us to make a living. But you know what? I’ll keep fighting for the human race, and we’ll prove that we can’t be replaced by machines or cyber-pirates!
  5. Google Translation from french: On the site there is a fairly unknown feature, so little used and it is a shame: the recommendation system. On each film sheet (in the broad sense: film, animated, concert, show, documentary, etc.) or as standard, you have right under the poster and the various titles, an area entitled "Recommend this film/this series ?"(if you have not disabled its display in the settings of your profile). What is it about ? With this question, you are offered to recommend, or on the contrary to advise against, the film (or the series) of the file.Not a particular release, but the film itself. Reminder: the releases of the releases appear either grouped to be distinct, depending on the activation or not of the option to group the torrents in the settings of your profile. If you want to promote a film that you appreciated, or on the contrary express that you really do not recommend it so much it has displeased or disappointed ... then you can click on [yes] or on [no] under the question asked. This of course implies that you saw the film, and that you have a clear opinion that you want to share.Otherwise, do not vote. Your vote "yes" or "no" will calculate and display an "HD-Oly note" for the film. That positive votes, and the note will be 5/5.Than negative votes, and it will be 0/5.With votes yes and votes no, it will have a value between 0 and 5, calculated according to the following formula: the number of votes yes multiplied by 5 then divided by the number of total votes. If you have already expressed your vote, you can cancel it at any time (then possibly vote differently) via the [yes] button. You have new information on your profile page (click on your nickname at the top left), in the community part on the right: - Recommendations [See Statistics] [See]: The first link will show you the number of your votes, the second will display the list of films for which you voted (sorting on the value and date of recommendation). You have three new options in the settings of your profile (click Settings under your nickname at the top left): - In the torrents part: recommendations Do not see the recommendations -> Check this box if you do not want to see the recommendation system in the films sheets, - in the paranoia part: Recommendations See the number See the list -> Uncheck one and/or the other of these boxes if you do not want to show this information to the other members who consult your profile;But it would be a shame not to share your favorites ... and your G ... In the bar at the top, the TOP 10 link allows you to access the top 10/100/250 page, including those of the recommended films by clicking on the top 10 votes link at the middle. And on the home page, to the right of the last uploads, you can see the best rated films, and the voting counter for the entire site. Currently very few members use this recommendation feature, hence the small number of votes and therefore the little meaning of the "HD-O note" for the moment. It is up to you to share your appreciations and bring your stone to the building of the highlights of unjustly unknown or poorly rated films elsewhere, as the staff did with its favorites: the page of yourProfile will be able to display yours, and thus give ideas to other members of the community. And it goes faster than writing posts of recommendation on the forum.
  6. Google Translation from french: Hello, Bot Scene: As many must have seen, our "scene" upload bot has been back for several hours (and it's not a fish).Thank you to @b.....s which was able to relaunch it last night.�� Modify upload rules: 1) Faced with the general request, now the uploads "P2P" are no longer subject to the obligation to be uploaded in "folder (file with NFO and MKV), the simple upload of the MKV file is now allowed for teamsP2P, accompanied by NFO on the Torrent page. Of course the good teams that up "in file" are invited to continue their good job, and the ups in files.�� 2) Releases classified Minhd, HDLIGHT and other "bass" encodes will now also be accepted ��
  7. Dear members, We'd like to inform you that opened signups are now closed once again for the foreseeable future, in the interest of transparency (months or possibly never again, depending on various factors). However, invites are still available for purchase at 45k BON in the store, and we encourage you to invite new members to join us! We want to express our sincere gratitude to each and every one of you who placed your trust in us by joining us on our journey at FNP. In just one week, almost 4k new members joined us, and our community has grown to almost 300k peers in 6 months, with 23k signups since our inception and continuing to grow. We are eagerly looking forward to meeting more of our new members and enhancing FNP with the spirit of our community. Best wishes to everyone, and may the future hold nothing but the best for all of us! Fear No Peer!
  8. A study on emerging public perceptions of intellectual property in UK media has found that there are "pronounced inaccuracies in the reporting on IP related matters in the UK Press." An initial review published by the UK's Intellectual Property Office notes that inaccurate reporting may be due to a "lack of understanding." Further investigation would be required to find out the "cause and extent" and the subsequent impact on IP rights as understood by the public. Presented by the UK’s Intellectual Property Office, a report and initial review of UK news reporting of intellectual property matters makes for interesting reading. The report is part of research into public perceptions of IP matters by analyzing news coverage of the five years ending 2022. By examining the frequency and framing of IP articles in newspapers, the study aims to understand how public opinion is influenced by the views expressed in various publications, ultimately narrowed down to the following: Daily Mail, The Telegraph, The Independent, The Times, The Sunday Times, Daily Mirror, The Sun, Daily Express, Metro, Financial Times, Guardian, Observer, The Daily Star, Evening Standard. The initial findings cover copyright, design, patent, and trademark issues, but mindful of our niche, our coverage here is mostly limited to the former. Copyright Mentions The review found that over the last decade, UK news articles mentioning “intellectual property” rose significantly, with a notable uptick from 2017-18 and a slight dip in 2021-22. These articles covered a range of topics with two themes standing out – scope of rights and registration, and IP disputes. While use of the word ‘copyright’ declined over the past five years, over a ten-year period use increased overall, with three topic areas most prominent: scope of copyright, management of copyright, and infringement of copyright. What appears to be a limitation of the study in this reporting niche is revealed fairly early on. By focusing on strict terminology such as Intellectual Property, Copyright, Patent, Design Right, and Trade Mark, that mostly excludes reporting that only deploys more familiar terms such as piracy and illegal streaming, for example. In any event, mainstream media’s interest in IP-related stories seems largely reliant on other factors. Focus on Popular Public Figures Given the mainstream nature of the publications, articles dealing with IP rights lean towards ‘celebrity’ news, with the following people appearing most often in the sampled publications over the past five years (article count in brackets): Meghan, Duchess of Sussex (1197), Donald Trump (791), Harry, Duke of Sussex (696), Ed Sheeran (626), Boris Johnson (438), Janos Ader (372), Vladimir Putin (252), and Paul McCartney (248). “[T]he media emphasize stories around celebrity culture and tend to frame stories in a ‘David v Goliath’ context which in turn impacts public perception of IP,” the Intellectual Property Office notes. “Likewise, consistent inaccuracy in reporting was observed, which could also impact public perception and lead to public misunderstanding around IP rights. Further research should be conducted to better understand the extent of this impact.” Criticism of Journalists, Media in General The suggestion that journalists are allowed to write articles about IP rights in national newspapers, without even understanding the basics, is remarkable in itself. To have those articles approved by their editors who unquestionably understand the implications, is beyond reason. The study highlights an article published in The Express which reported on Lewis Hamilton’s failure to “copyright his steering wheel” but goes on to note that IP-related terms are frequently used incorrectly to identify the type of IP that the article intends to discuss. “For example authors writing ‘copyright infringement’ when referring to case about trade mark or designs, and vice versa,” the IPO writes. “Therefore, it is clear from this initial review that there are pronounced inaccuracies in the reporting on IP related matters in the UK Press. Likewise, coverage of disputes relating to national and international rights did not indicate that the legal regime differs between jurisdictions, therefore potentially overemphasizing the impact of the matter on the UK rightsholders.” Misunderstanding IP-Related Terms is The Least of UK’s Problems The example above is exactly the type of misinformation highlighted in our recent article but just a small part of the misleading reporting seen in some parts of the UK media over the past 12 months in particular. Despite their prevalence and damaging effect on public perceptions, the IPO makes no mention of these types of articles, even though they’re currently published on a daily basis. Certainly, the criteria of the report, which requires the use of very specific terms to even be considered for inclusion, may offer a reason for that. It shouldn’t limit the IPO’s overall interest in IP-related educational matters, however. What Can Be Done? Have Faith in Self-Regulation… As the IPO notes, there are rules that must be adhered to. “The Independent Press Organisation (IPSO) Editors’ Code of Practice states that ‘the Press must take care not to publish inaccurate, misleading or distorted information or images, including headlines not supported by the text.’ Likewise, for the broader implications of this research Ofcom states that, news, in whatever form, must be reported with ‘due accuracy’,” the IPO writes. “The inaccuracy of reporting on IP related matters in the UK press may be due to a lack of understanding of the distinct differences between the types of IP, or a disregard for the importance between distinguishing between them. Further investigation would be required in order to ascertain the cause and extent of this issue, as well as the impact on intellectual property rights as understood by the public as a result.” Anyone can be taught the difference between copyright, trademarks, and patents in an hour. Finding out why publications decline to correct deliberately misleading articles, even when provided with provably accurate information, would be significantly more helpful. The full report can be found on the Intellectual Property Office’s website. It was published exactly a month ago and has been covered by mainstream UK media outlets exactly zero times since then.
  9. Important Notices Dear Members, FNP will be upgrading to the latest source code of UNIT3D 8.0 sometime within the next 24 hours, ideally. If you receive any maintenance notice indicating that you need to check back soon, this is why. Please do not worry. We expect it to last no longer than 10 minutes. This is the last 24 hours of open signups for quite some time once again. Global Freeleech is also ending at the same time. Please keep an eye on the timer notification located at the top of the website. Once it expires, your client's announcements will resume counting towards your download stats. Moreover, we'd like to remind both new and existing members about our newly established IRC Channel and Announce Channel, thanks to the dedicated efforts of our experienced members who consistently contribute to FNP's growth. To join the IRC channel, kindly refer to the information provided in the following thread: IRC Channel Thread The IRC direct link is also available under the Community Tab if you prefer to connect this way. We understand that many of you have been eagerly awaiting this feature. Thank you for your continued support! Best regards, Fear No Peer!
  10. Happy Easter 2024 Members of the Fleet, As Easter approaches, a time of renewal and reflection, we are reminded of the profound themes of resurrection and rebirth. Just as our favorite TV show often explore the themes of redemption and transformation, Easter invites us to contemplate the ultimate story of hope—the resurrection of Jesus Christ. In the midst of our discussions on televisual wonders, let us also take a moment to acknowledge the significance of this season for families around the world. Easter is a time for gathering with loved ones, sharing meals, and cherishing the bonds that unite us. May this Easter be filled with joy, laughter, and the warmth of togetherness. Let us celebrate the timeless message of hope and renewal, both in our televisual journeys and in our lives. Wishing you all a blessed and Happy Easter! // With love from all the Staff
  11. Happy Easter 2024 Dear Anters, As Easter approaches, a time of renewal and reflection, we are reminded of the profound themes of resurrection and rebirth. Just as our favorite films often explore the themes of redemption and transformation, Easter invites us to contemplate the ultimate story of hope—the resurrection of Jesus Christ. In the midst of our discussions on cinematic wonders, let us also take a moment to acknowledge the significance of this season for families around the world. Easter is a time for gathering with loved ones, sharing meals, and cherishing the bonds that unite us. May this Easter be filled with joy, laughter, and the warmth of togetherness. Let us celebrate the timeless message of hope and renewal, both in our cinematic journeys and in our lives. Wishing you all a blessed and Happy Easter! // With love from all the Staff
  12. Dear fellow members! We wish you a happy Easter! Also, good luck and have fun with the usual Easter game! If you haven't played it yet, read the introduction by clicking on the big red egg. Eggs are credited only from the current browser tab, it will not work from parallel browsers! The site has free registration for a maximum of one week. If you register a new user, be sure to start deleting the previous one first! Get plenty of rest!
  13. The VIP invitation system is temporarily open from 3.31 to 4.2. Please standardize the invitation exchange for three days. Once the invitation is verified, all trees will be cut down BAN.
  14. Following an announcement by the Ministry of Economy of Ukraine in February, the Ministry of Justice has registered an order that will see Ukraine become a full participant in the World Intellectual Property Organization's WIPO ALERT initiative. In common with its counterparts, Ukraine will maintain a list of pirate sites that advertisers will be required to boycott. The order also provides for administrative liability for companies that fail to adhere to the rules. After more than two years of incalculable losses following Russia’s full-blown invasion in 2022, Ukraine continues to defy the odds as it fights for the right to exist as an independent state. With no obvious end in sight and politics in the United States undermining offensive capability, Ukrainian gains are being reversed in several front line regions, a situation predicted to further deteriorate later this year. Yet for a country being consumed by war, Ukraine is still taking time to plan for a future in the EU. In that respect, matters related to intellectual property require the closest attention. Ukraine Pushes Ahead With Copyright Reforms After progress was reported in 2023, Ukraine’s Ministry of Economy issued an order dated February 1, 2024, titled: “On Approval of the Procedure for Formation and Maintenance of the National List of Websites Raising Concerns Regarding the Observance of Intellectual Property Rights.” On March 11, 2024, the Ministry of Justice registered order 357/41702 and on March 21, 2024, it was adopted by the Ministry of Economy. This will see Ukraine become a full participant in the World Intellectual Property Organization’s WIPO ALERT program, which operates around a centrally-maintained database of piracy platforms nominated by rightsholders in participating countries. Ukraine Sees Future in Europe, WIPO Invests in Russia Sites and services listed on WIPO ALERT should in theory find it much more difficult to fund their activities through advertising revenue. Ukraine views its participation in the program as a positive step in its bid for closer ties with the EU. “Despite the challenges of a full-scale war, we are making every effort to protect copyright and related rights on the Internet for Ukrainian and foreign intellectual property rights holders,” says Yuliia Svyrydenko, First Deputy Prime Minister of Ukraine and Minister of Economy. “Ukraine has become one of the first countries in the world to comprehensively implement a relevant mechanism based on a secure online platform where authorized member states of the World Intellectual Property Organization can upload information about websites and applications that infringe copyright from the point of view of national norms. This is also a confident step towards Ukraine’s European integration.” Yet despite its invasion of Ukraine and threats to Western intellectual property, WIPO continues to operate an office in Moscow and provide funding for projects in Russia. That drew a fiery response from Ukraine last summer, which criticized the allocation of significant funds to a country “which blatantly violates WIPO principles and its statutory obligations” and does not “deserve the privilege to host a WIPO Office.” Ukraine is the 15th country to join the WIPO ALERT program, following recent additions Uzbekistan and the Philippines. Currently just seven countries allow searching of their databases. They include Italy, Russia, Spain, Peru, Ecuador, Lithuania and Greece.
  15. Tracker's Name: Torrent Heaven | TH | Genre: General Sign-up Link: https://www.torrentheaven.org/signup.php Closing date: N/A Additional information: Torrent Heaven is a Dutch Private Torrent Tracker for Movies / General Releases.
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