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[Ad Man Gamer]

This just in! The World Trade Organisation has granted a suspension on US copyrights for Antigua
because of some US world trade violations that crippled the country's economy years back.

It has something to do with trying to give Antigua a way to make back lost revenue.

Antigua is now setting up a legal pirate site that will distribute US TV, Movies, Software and music. LEGALLY!

What do you think?

Source: http://torrentfreak....ization-130128/

[Growled]

I see where our next war may be fought.

[Randomevent]

If true, sounds like it would only distribute them legally to citizens of Antigua. Distribution to any other country not so much.

I'd have to actually see the agreement though, and I'm not that interested.

[theyarecomingforyou]

“Government-authorized piracy would undermine chances for a settlement that would provide real benefits to Antigua. It also would serve as a major impediment to foreign investment in the Antiguan economy, particularly in high-tech industries,” U.S. officials said earlier.

A classic example of economic warfare. I'm surprised that Antigua is pursuing such a bold course of action but at least it's going through legal channels.

[Ad Man Gamer]

If the US did indeed do anything extreme, It would only serve to land them in more hot water. Especially when you consider that they are a peaceful nation.

I'm kind of hoping this will force the US entertainment industry to move all their content online, giving people access globally. If not, then I guess Antigua
will be the only people providing the service, and no income will go to the actual creators of the content. Adapt or die comes to mind