ASCAP Criticizes Unauthorized Use of Copyrighted Works in AI Training

The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP) has submitted a statement to the Senate Judiciary Subcommittee’s hearing on artificial intelligence (AI), highlighting the importance of protecting copyrighted works from unauthorized use. The nonprofit organization reiterated its stance that using copyrighted materials without permission for AI training is not fair use. In response to … Read more

Sorry You Missed This Due to Regional Restrictions

A message has been displayed on various websites and streaming platforms, informing users that they are unable to access certain content due to regional restrictions. The message aims to notify viewers that the content is not available in their location. However, this restriction is often implemented by mistake or as a result of an error … Read more

Pope and Greek Orthodox Patriarch Visit Gaza Amid Conflict

Leaders from the Catholic and Greek Orthodox Church visited Gaza’s only Catholic church on Friday, amidst the ongoing conflict. The visit is highly unusual given Israel’s tight control over access in and out of the territory. Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa and Theophilos III expressed their support for Gaza’s Catholics and shared pastoral concerns for the community. … Read more