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New Block BEARD Act Aims to Combat Foreign Piracy

8/8/2025

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US lawmakers have unveiled the Block BEARD Act, a bipartisan effort aimed at tackling foreign piracy websites. This legislation empowers copyright holders to obtain court orders to block these sites. While supporters champion it as a safeguard for intellectual property, critics warn that it could inadvertently harm legitimate platforms, raising concerns about its effectiveness.

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US lawmakers have unveiled the Block BEARD Act, a bipartisan effort aimed at tackling foreign piracy websites. This legislation empowers copyright holders to obtain court orders to block these sites. While supporters champion it as a safeguard for intellectual property, critics warn that it could inadvertently harm legitimate platforms, raising concerns about its effectiveness.