We wish to inform ECTA members that the EUIPO has recently released a new study examining copyright-related databases and metadata standards across the EU.

The study finds that data on works and authors is scattered across multiple unconnected systems, leading to duplication of records, legal uncertainty, and increasing transaction costs for creators and right holders. The study also highlights differences in how creative sectors - such as music, publishing, film and television - manage works, rights and distribution models according to their own operational needs, resulting in fragmented approaches and limited interoperability between systems.

The findings will support the development of CopyrightView, an initiative intended to enhance access to copyright information across the EU.

To read the Executive Summary, please click here.

ECTA closely monitors such developments through its Copyright Committee and regularly exchanges views on these topics with EU institutions during its bilateral meetings.