What Does Article 13 Mean for EU Copyright

The video discusses the EU's controversial Article 13, now Article 17, of the Directive on Copyright in the Digital Single Market. It explains the shift in liability from content creators to platforms like YouTube, requiring them to ensure unauthorized content is not uploaded. The video highlights the challenges for smaller platforms, the exemptions available, and the debate over what constitutes 'best efforts.' It also covers the criticism and support from different stakeholders, including rightsholders and tech giants, and the potential impact on content diversity and online censorship.

What are the potential ramifications of Article 13 for smaller websites?

What is the significance of the 'best efforts' clause in Article 13?

How do proponents of Article 13 view its impact on rightsholders?