IOC and NBC Face Backlash Over DMCA Takedowns on X for Olympics Opening Ceremony Criticism

Jul 27, 2024, 03:33 PM

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) and NBC are facing backlash for issuing DMCA takedown notices on X, targeting videos that criticize the controversial Olympics opening ceremony. The takedowns, which cite copyright infringement, have led to accusations of stifling free speech. Many users, including those who posted clips under the '20 second' guideline, have received these notices. Critics argue that the IOC and NBC are using copyright claims to silence dissent rather than addressing the criticisms directly. Athletia Sports, on behalf of the IOC, has been actively filing these requests. One user even created a custom edit comparing the Last Supper to the opening scene.