Internet Broadcasters File Emergency Stay To Halt Rate Increase

The Digital Media Association, NPR and the Small Commercial Webcasters Group filed an emergency stay in the U.S. Court of Appeals to delay higher royalty rates for Internet radio broadcasters. The motion requests that the court delay the “radical and arbitrary” recording royalty rate increase imposed by the Copyright Royalty Board on May 1st. Legislation that would repeal the increase is pending in the U.S. Senate and...

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Sony Announces Two HD Radios

Sony has announced two HD digital radios, a tabletop unit and a car system. The tabletop, dubbed the XDR-S3HD, features a cherry-wood finish that compliments the retro look that’s all the rage these days. The receiver offers a choice of AM, FM, and HD reception, as well as support for an external MP3 player. The XT-100HD, is Sony’s new HD component that’s meant to work with existing Sony in-dash stereo systems. The...

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