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US Copyright Office Seeks Input on Music Streaming Fraud

Original: Copyright Office Solicits Comment on Music Streaming Fraud

The US Copyright Office has opened a public comment process on music streaming fraud, an issue where bad actors manipulate streams with bots or other means to collect royalties they did not earn. The solicitation invites stakeholders such as artists, rights holders and streaming services to weigh in on how widespread the problem is and how it might be addressed. The move signals growing official attention to streaming manipulation and its financial impact on the music industry.

Why now: The Copyright Office's formal request for comments draws industry attention to ongoing concerns about fraudulent streams and royalty diversion.

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