--------------------------------------------------------------------- The Evening Bridge - May 06, 2005 --------------------------------------------------------------------- TOP STORY - A federal appeals court killed the so-called "broadcast flag," part of a mandate from the Federal Communications Commission that aims to protect digital content from piracy. In response, National Association of Broadcasters CEO Eddie Fritts said, ""Without a broadcast flag, consumers may lose access to the very best programming offered on local television. This remedy is designed to protect against unauthorized indiscriminate redistribution of programming over the Internet." Consumer Electronics Association President Gary Shapiro said, "Courts are right to be wary when government institutions seek to regulate the specific features and functions of safe, useful consumer technology." Observers expect a Supreme Court challenge next for the anti-copying rules.
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