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Supreme Court Weighs Billion-Dollar Music Piracy Case

12/3/2025

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On December 1, the U.S. Supreme Court heard arguments in a billion-dollar music piracy case brought by Sony Music Entertainment, Warner Music Group, and Universal Music Group against Cox Communications.
The justices questioned both sides about implications for ISPs and users.
Cox argued that a ruling could force ISPs to terminate internet access for many users.
The Court will deliberate and issue a ruling in coming months.

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Story summary

On December 1, the U.S. Supreme Court heard arguments in a billion-dollar music piracy case brought by Sony Music Entertainment, Warner Music Group, and Universal Music Group against Cox Communications.
The justices questioned both sides about implications for ISPs and users.
Cox argued that a ruling could force ISPs to terminate internet access for many users.
The Court will deliberate and issue a ruling in coming months.