Discord Challenges DMCA Subpoena, Refuses to Act as 'Anti-Piracy' Enforcer! đź”’

Summary:

  1. Subpoena from Nexon
    Korean game publisher Nexon has obtained a DMCA subpoena requiring Discord to disclose personal information of users suspected of piracy.

  2. Discord’s Rejection
    Discord has rejected the subpoena, stating it will not act as an “anti-piracy police” and is prepared to file a motion to quash the subpoena if necessary.

  3. User Privacy Concerns
    The platform emphasizes the importance of user privacy and First Amendment rights, arguing that the subpoena infringes on users’ rights to remain anonymous.

  4. Nexon’s Legal Action
    In response to Discord’s refusal to comply, Nexon has filed a motion to compel in Texas federal court, asserting that Discord’s non-cooperation hinders its copyright protection efforts.

  5. Ongoing Legal Battle
    The court has yet to make a ruling on the matter, while Discord plans to formally challenge the subpoena as the situation unfolds.

Read more at: TorrentFreak

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