Yesterday’s news that RapidShare would be closing its file-locker services has some scratching their heads, with some even considering that its operators will just rebrand and continue on.
A court in Germany has reversed a preliminary injunction against file-sharing service RapidShare, saying it doesn’t have to use a word filter to combat the sharing of copyrighted files.
File-sharing service RapidShare has filed a counter-suit against Perfect 10 accusing the company of being a “copyright troll” that runs “essentially a paralegal service masquerading as a porn company.”
Adult star Vicky Vette has filed a lawsuit against RapidShare A.G.claiming the company repeatedly uploaded her content and provided it free to web surfers.
The gap of understanding between "free culture" open file sharing advocates and content producers intent on maintaining the value of their work product continues to widen.
