Batch loading and self-registration of digital media files
AssigneeStragent, LLC
InventorsAli Aydar, Jordan Mendelson, Shawn Fanning
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Abstract
Methods and apparatus for batch loading and self-registration of digital media files is provided. The system provides numerous methods of interfacing with a content outlet. The methods further include comparing attributes of content to be downloaded with attributes of content in a media database. The methods also includes providing restrictions based on a result of the comparing. The methods further include monetizing the methods between both retailers and right-holders using the system. Additionally, the method may include providing retail analysis, resolving disputes, and distributing royalty payments to rights-holders of content.
Claims21
1-10. (canceled)
A system for managing an online digital rights management database comprising:
- an open copyright database storing file information for a plurality of media files, for each file said file information including file title, hashing information identifying a source of said file, fingerprint information, and a file state;
- and a client access server coupled to the network, said client access server managing said open copyright database, wherein said client access server instantiates a self-registration process, wherein the self-registration process allows a rights-holder to enter and update the file information in the open copyright database.
A method of registering a rights-holder to interact with and manage an online digital rights system comprising:
- verifying the identity of a rights-holder;
- providing a database of files;
- accessing file information for a specific file;
- allowing the rights-holder to update file information;
- and storing the updated file information.
A system for managing an online digital rights management system comprising:
- an interface for verifying the identity of a rights-holder and allowing the rights-holder access to media files and update file information;
- and an open copyright database storing file information for a plurality of media files, for each file said file information including a file title, a file state;
- a file category, and ownership rights.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.