| Contacts: | Jeff Joseph tel: 703 907-7664 e-mail: jjoseph@CE.org |
Megan Pollock tel: 703-907-7668 e-mail: mpollock@CE.org |
Consumer Electronics Association Reacts To Grokster Supreme Court Case
CEA Offers Critical Perspective on the "Betamax Doctrine"
| Arlington, Virginia | 2/28/2005 |
WHAT:
Consumer electronics industry representatives are available to discuss the impact of the upcoming Supreme Court case Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM) Studios, Inc. vs. Grokster, Ltd. on the invention and innovation of new technology. The Consumer Electronics Association (CEA) in conjunction with the Computer and Communications Industry Association (CCIA) and the Home Recording Rights Coalition (HRRC) will file a brief to the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit advocating that copyright protection does not require the adoption of broad rules, such as those advocated by MGM Studios. The Supreme Court's action could help ensure the balance between copyright holders and technology innovation is protected.
WHEN:
Tuesday, March 1, 2005
WHERE:
Contact Megan Pollock at (202-669-9952) to arrange a phone or in-person interview
WHO:
Available from the Consumer Electronics Association (CEA) for comment:
* Gary Shapiro, president and CEO
* Michael Petricone, vice president of Technology Policy
ABOUT CEA:
The Consumer Electronics Association (CEA) is the preeminent trade association promoting growth in the consumer technology industry through technology policy, events, research, promotion and the fostering of business and strategic relationships. CEA represents more than 2,000 corporate members involved in the design, development, manufacturing, distribution and integration of audio, video, mobile electronics, wireless and landline communications, information technology, home networking, multimedia and accessory products, as well as related services that are sold through consumer channels. Combined, CEA's members account for more than $121 billion in annual sales. CEA's resources are available online at www.CE.org, the definitive source for information about the consumer electronics industry.
CEA also sponsors and manages the International CES - Defining Tomorrow's Technology. All profits from CES are reinvested into industry services, including technical training and education, industry promotion, engineering standards development, market research and legislative advocacy.
For additional information or to schedule an interview, please contact:
Jeff Joseph
work: (703) 907-7664
e-mail: jjoseph@ce.org
http://www.CE.org
Megan Pollock
Work: (703)907-7668
Cell: (202) 669-9952
e-mail: mpollock@ce.org