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A Study on the Role of UGC Platforms in Copyright Law: Appendix 12 Interview Record (Participant K)
An Intermediary-oriented Approach

Participant K: Well, the concept of fair use is rather vague. Different persons have different
understanding about it. I have to say the legislators may be too hotheaded. And I think
the current copyright law is good and will not stifle creativity. After all, pure and
excellent artistic creation do not intend to get profit from creation at the outset.

Huang: Image that the copyright rule is changed. Anyone can use copyrighted works without
permission, but should compensate the copyright holder in the case of commercial
use with a fee determined by an authoritative third party in advance. Do you think it
acceptable? Which rule you prefer, ex-ante permission or ex-post compensation?
Participant K: I don’t think it is acceptable. It is not about money. Maybe the copyright
holder does not wish others to use it at all, no matter how high the fees are.

Huang: Thank you so much for participating this research. It is really nice to talk with you!

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