Page 42 - 2018 Annual Report Taiwan Intellectual Property Office

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Collective Management Organization Affairs
Royalty Rate Review
TIPO conducted four cases of royalty rate review, two of which were decided, while the other two are still under review.
The Operation Permission of CMOs
TIPO received two requests for operation permit for CMO for management of musical works. One of which was withdrawn by the applicant, while the other is still under review.
Assisting the Crackdown on Online Piracy
To curb online copyright infringement, TIPO expanded the scope of participation in the "Follow the Money" voluntary agreement. TIPO encouraged communication between Google and copyright holders and continuously improved the cooperation between both parties. TIPO also convinced PChome to act in line with the "Follow the Money" measures. In the future, TIPO will keep on facilitating interaction and cooperation between copyright holders and relevant industries.
In 2018, TIPO continued to discuss the feasibility of certain measures to curb online infringement with ISPs and relevant government agencies. However, in consideration of market needs and practical effectiveness, the measures were suspended due to lack of feasibility.
To broaden cooperation on the "Follow the Money" agreement, TIPO analyzed the cash flow of infringing websites and held preparatory meetings. In December, TIPO invited Banking Bureau of Financial Supervisory Commission, enforcement agencies and payment processors to exchange opinions on feasible measures to halt the cash flow of infringing websites.
Discussion and Exchange of Practices
Communication with Enforcement Agencies on the Technologies and Application of the Laws Concerning Illegal Set-Top Boxes
In July, Ministry of Justice and TIPO co-hosted a symposium on "Application of the Copyright Act to Illegal Set-Top Boxes" with judicial officers and relevant staff invited to share their understanding on investigation and prosecution of copyright infringement through illegal set-top boxes.
Participation in the Meeting on Taiwan OTT Operators Communication Platform
TIPO participated in 8 sessions of the Meeting on Taiwan OTT Operators Communication Platform held by the NCC and the Ministry of Culture to discuss necessary assistance to OTT in maintaining their rights.
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