MADcHATTER Posted June 1, 2008 Author Share Posted June 1, 2008 Think again! China Adopts New Rules on Streaming Media While US webcasters may think that they have legal issues - whether it be the Internet radio music royalties that have been such a concern or the copyright and other liability issues that surround user-generated content on various websites, they face nothing like new rules that were recently adopted for webcasters in China. The new rules require government permits from two separate Chinese government agencies before webcasting operations can begin or outside broadcasters will be let in. In addition, the rules appear to require ownership and control of webcasting operations by state-owned companies. These rules apply to streaming audio and video delivered to mobile and wireless devices. The rules also require yet another permit for sites that contain news content, and require taping of programs (a proposal made by our own FCC in connection with broadcast programs to monitor for indecency) to monitor for program content that may offend government requirements. Clearly, it's a different system than that in place in the US - one which website operators interested in an operation in China should study carefully. Personally I would love to broadcast into China just to corrupt the people with the ideas of freedom and democracy. But after reading all of this...they can stay the way they are and also keep their lead painted kids toys! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MADcHATTER Posted June 1, 2008 Share Posted June 1, 2008 Think again! China Adopts New Rules on Streaming Media While US webcasters may think that they have legal issues - whether it be the Internet radio music royalties that have been such a concern or the copyright and other liability issues that surround user-generated content on various websites, they face nothing like new rules that were recently adopted for webcasters in China. The new rules require government permits from two separate Chinese government agencies before webcasting operations can begin or outside broadcasters will be let in. In addition, the rules appear to require ownership and control of webcasting operations by state-owned companies. These rules apply to streaming audio and video delivered to mobile and wireless devices. The rules also require yet another permit for sites that contain news content, and require taping of programs (a proposal made by our own FCC in connection with broadcast programs to monitor for indecency) to monitor for program content that may offend government requirements. Clearly, it's a different system than that in place in the US - one which website operators interested in an operation in China should study carefully. Personally I would love to broadcast into China just to corrupt the people with the ideas of freedom and democracy. But after reading all of this...they can stay the way they are and also keep their lead painted kids toys! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James Posted June 2, 2008 Share Posted June 2, 2008 wow, i never would have thought about china and streaming! great find MADcHATTER! Studiio - All-In-One Radio Communication Platform SMS | Phone Calls | Social Media | Content Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James Posted June 2, 2008 Share Posted June 2, 2008 wow, i never would have thought about china and streaming! great find MADcHATTER! Studiio - All-In-One Radio Communication Platform SMS | Phone Calls | Social Media | Content Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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