ABC v. Aereo

Aereo launched in 2012, offering live TV streaming on internet devices for a monthly fee. Major broadcasters sued Aereo, claiming it violated copyright laws. Initial court rulings favored Aereo, but the Supreme Court eventually ruled against it, leading to Aereo's bankruptcy. The case highlighted tensions between innovation and copyright protection, with critics arguing consumers lost out.

What was the main service provided by Aereo that led to legal challenges from broadcasters?

• Live broadcast TV streaming on devices

• Music streaming service

• Online news articles

• On-demand movie streaming

Which court initially ruled in favor of Aereo, allowing them to continue their service?

• Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals

• Supreme Court

• US Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit

• Federal District Court

Which major sports organizations supported the broadcasters in their Supreme Court case against Aereo?

• PGA and NASCAR

• FIFA and UEFA

• NFL and Major League Baseball

• NBA and NHL

What was the outcome of the Supreme Court ruling on Aereo's service?

• Aereo was allowed to continue its service

• Aereo was found to be in violation of copyright law

• Aereo was merged with a broadcasting company

• Aereo was required to pay a fine but could continue

What happened to Aereo after the Supreme Court decision?

• It partnered with broadcasters to offer a new service

• It rebranded and continued operations

• It filed for bankruptcy and was bought by TiVo

• It expanded internationally