Adblock plus vs. Axel Springer: A dispute over internet freedom in Karlsruhe
Adblock plus vs. Axel Springer: A dispute over internet freedom in Karlsruhe
In the current debate about the use of advertising blockers, the basic question of access to information on the Internet becomes visible. The discussion about Adblock Plus, developed by the Cologne -based company Eyeo, not only accuses legal but also social implications. This topic could even influence the future of online journalism.
The legal disputes between Axel Springer and Eyeo
Axel Springer, Germany's largest publisher, has been involved in a legal struggle with Eyeo over the years to restrict the application of Adblock Plus. The dispute already took place before the Federal Court of Justice (BGH), where the publisher could not prevail with its first attempt in 2018. The decision of the BGH made it clear that the choice of using an advertising blocker lies with the user and not with the provider of the website.
How does an advertising blocker work?
advertising blockers like adblock plus analyze websites by examining their source code. You recognize advertisements through specific parts of the code, known as "tag", as well as the URLs that refer to advertising services. This makes it possible to filter undesirable content from websites before they are displayed to the user.
questions of copyright and their effects
In his current strategy, Axel Springer refers to copyrights, which he thinks of owning the HTML codes of the websites. This could have far -reaching consequences if it is enforced in the dishes. HTML, the language for the presentation of content on the web, is used as the basis for a legal reasoning. A spokesman for Springer said that the changes due to advertising blockers would attack "constitutionally protected offers from media companies".
The position of Eyeo and the effects on the users
According to its own statements, Axel Springer's argument could lead to massive legal uncertainty and, as we know it, endanger the Internet. Eyeo warns that users can no longer decide how to experience the Internet. This development could significantly affect user -friendliness and accessibility of the Internet.Where is the journey in the court hearing?
So far, Axel Springer's dishes have rejected and found that the influence of the program sequence by advertising blockers cannot be regarded as a revision of the codes. The final decision is still pending and it remains exciting to see how this argument will develop.The meaning for journalism and society
The controversy about the use of advertising blockers are not only legal disputes, but they also reflect the increasing pressure on the financing models of online content. The future of journalism that depends on advertising revenue could be at stake, while the users have a lawful interest in control over their online experiences at the same time.
- Nag
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