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23/10/2012
ISPs Asked To Block Three More File-Sharing Sites
The UK's major internet service providers have been asked to block a further three file-sharing websites, the BBC has reported.
The British Phonographic Industry (BPI), which acts on behalf of rights holders, wants ISPs to prevent access to Fenopy, H33t and Kickass Torrents.
The BPI alleges that the sites are illegally distributing music.
The ISPs have said they will comply with the new demand only if a court order is put in place, according to the BBC.
It follows a separate court order in April that saw popular file-sharing site The Pirate Bay blocked in the UK.
The biggest ISP, BT, said it was also "currently considering" its options.
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The British Phonographic Industry (BPI), which acts on behalf of rights holders, wants ISPs to prevent access to Fenopy, H33t and Kickass Torrents.
The BPI alleges that the sites are illegally distributing music.
The ISPs have said they will comply with the new demand only if a court order is put in place, according to the BBC.
It follows a separate court order in April that saw popular file-sharing site The Pirate Bay blocked in the UK.
The biggest ISP, BT, said it was also "currently considering" its options.
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