Youtube Removes Channel Based On Fraudulent Copyright Takedown Request
https://torrentfreak.comIt’s well known that YouTubers can lose their channels and videos when they’re repeatedly accused of posting copyright-infringing material. Interestingly, the senders of questionable takedown notices are also at risk. A few days ago, YouTube terminated the “Musical Creator” channel on suspicion of sending a fraudulent copyright claim.
Over the years we have seen numerous examples of YouTubers whose accounts were terminated after repeated copyright claims, legitimate or not. Examples of claimants being punished are rare though.
In recent years there have been increasing calls to hold senders liable for such false claims. This even reached the political agenda where it’s now being considered as part of the DMCA review.
