| Contacts: | Jeff Joseph tel: 703 907-7664 e-mail: jjoseph@CE.org |
Megan Pollock tel: 703-907-7668 e-mail: mpollock@CE.org |
CEA RALLYS BEFORE THE SUPREME COURT IN FAVOR OF CREATIVITY AND INNOVATION
CEA Executives Available for Comment on Landmark MGM v. Grokster Case on Peer-to-Peer Filesharing
| Arlington, Virginia | 3/28/2005 |
MEDIA ADVISORY CEA RALLYS BEFORE THE SUPREME COURT IN FAVOR OF CREATIVITY AND INNOVATION CEA Executives Available for Comment on Landmark MGM v. Grokster Case on Peer-to-Peer Filesharing
WHAT:
Staff and allies of the Consumer Electronics Association (CEA) will gather on the steps of the U.S. Supreme Court tomorrow to hold a rally in favor of technology, innovation and creativity as the Supreme Court hears oral arguments in Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM) Studios, Inc. v. Grokster, Ltd. Examining the controversial issue of peer-to-peer filesharing, in this case the Court will consider whether providing a technology capable of substantial noninfringing uses constitutes copyright infringement. The Court's finding could substantially alter the 1984 Betamax decision which found on principle that a product that can be used to violate copyright is legal so long as it has substantial uses that don't infringe on copyrights.
The Betamax doctrine is the foundation of this nation's explosive technological growth over the last 20 years and is particularly critical to new digital technology. CEA and others will rally to show support for upholding the Betamax principles.
WHEN:
Tuesday, March 29, 2005
9:00 A.M.
WHERE:
Supreme Court of the United States
One First Street, NE, Washington, DC
Front Steps
WHO:
Available for comment:
Gary Shapiro, president and CEO, CEA
Michael Petricone, vice president, Technology Policy and Government Affairs, CEA
Jeff Joseph, vice president, Communications, CEA
Veronica O'Connell, senior director, Government Affairs, CEA
WEBSITE:
http://www.ce.org/
ABOUT:
The Consumer Electronics Association (CEA) is the preeminent trade association promoting CEA 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.
For additional information, please contact:
Jeff Joseph
tel: (703) 907-7664
e-mail: jjoseph@ce.org
Megan Pollock
tel: (703) 907-7668
e-mail: mpollock@ce.org