Global policy harmonization in creative commons licensing: A roadmap for balancing creator and user rights
1 Independent Researcher, Lagos Nigeria.
2 Energy Law Center, Paul M. Hebert Law Center, Louisiana State University, USA.
3 Independent Researcher, Abuja, Nigeria.
4 Independent Researcher; Columbus Ohio, USA.
Review
International Journal of Scientific Research Updates, 2024, 08(02), 022–028.
Article DOI: 10.53430/ijsru.2024.8.2.0055
Publication history:
Received on 29 August 2024; revised on 05 October 2024; accepted on 08 October 2024
Abstract:
This paper examines the necessity for global policy harmonization in Creative Commons (CC) licensing to prevent legal exploitation and ensure equitable protection for both creators and users. It highlights the challenges posed by inconsistent copyright laws across different jurisdictions, which often lead to vulnerabilities and copyright trolling. Through a detailed analysis of various legal systems, this paper identifies key inconsistencies and proposes international policy standards that balance creator and user rights. A comprehensive roadmap is outlined, featuring phased goals, an implementation framework, and mechanisms for monitoring and evaluation. The paper concludes with recommendations for future research and a call to action for policymakers to collaborate internationally, aiming to create a cohesive and fair digital content-sharing ecosystem.
Keywords:
Global policy harmonization; Creative Commons licensing; Copyright law; Legal exploitation; Policy advocacy
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