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The concept of fair use complicates the situation further. This legal doctrine allows for limited use of copyrighted material without permission under certain circumstances, such as teaching, criticism, parody, or review. However, whether creators can convincingly argue that their use of sports highlights falls under fair use is murky waters. Even instances of brief clips used for educational purposes may clash with YouTube’s existing policies, leaving creators at risk of penalties.
Seeking Creative Alternatives
For creators looking to navigate the challenges posed by copyright laws, Brody Brazil offers several strategies: