The Internet Archive’s Fight to Save Itself | WIRED

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The Internet Archive’s Fight to Save Itself | WIRED

The Internet Archive, known for its Wayback Machine, faces legal battles that threaten its existence. Publishers and record labels have sued the Archive for copyright infringement, challenging its fair use defense. The Archive's founder, Brewster Kahle, sees the legal challenges as part of a larger struggle to preserve digital ownership and access to information.

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2024

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The Internet Archive, known for its Wayback Machine, faces legal battles that threaten its existence. Publishers and record labels have sued the Archive for copyright infringement, challenging its fair use defense. The Archive's founder, Brewster Kahle, sees the legal challenges as part of a larger struggle to preserve digital ownership and access to information.

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