Har Mateys!!! Music downloaders around the world can rejoice at the discovery that downloading music has little to no impact on CD sales. Of course, as one commenter from Techdirt points out: "The main problem is that no matter what happens to CD sales, it still fits the RIAA's delusions. If sales decrease, it's because of piracy... we need more DRM and lawsuits...if sales increase, it's because of DRM fighting piracy, so we need more DRM and lawsuits... So, no matter what happens, it fits their model, and we get more DRM and lawsuits."
Even so, it's music to many downloaders ears who are content to win this battle in the ongoing music war.
Pirates Rejoice!
Research Shows That Filesharing is Not Hurting CD Sales
Trend Themes
1. Filesharing's Impact on CD Sales - Further research could identify additional factors beyond filesharing that impact CD sales.
2. Riaa's DRM and Piracy Approach - Industry actors may benefit from developing alternative strategies to address piracy and promote sales.
3. Music Consumption Trends - Exploring the preferences and behaviors of music consumers could inform new strategies for promoting and monetizing music.
Industry Implications
1. Music - Within the music industry, innovators may reshape the business models and distribution channels in response to filesharing and other disruptions.
2. Legal Services - Legal professionals in the intellectual property and entertainment fields may benefit from expanding their expertise in alternative dispute resolution and innovative legal frameworks.
3. Technology - Technological innovators can develop new tools and platforms to facilitate legal and profitable music consumption for both artists and consumers.