Supreme Court Limits ISP Liability in Copyright Infringement Cases

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Published: 2026-07-23
Category: entertainment
Source: Columbia Law Faculty
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The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled that internet service providers are not responsible for their subscribers' copyright infringement. This decision, stemming from *Cox Communications Inc. v. Sony Music Entertainment*, narrows the definition of contributory infringement. The ruling has significant implications for the music industry and the broader enforcement of copyright in the digital era.

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