Sunday, January 19, 2020

New Zealand: Publishers warn of unseen consequences with greater access to free books

Those who are blind or living with low vision now have easier access to books and articles with the implementation of the Marrakesh Treaty. The treaty came into effect on Saturday, two and a half years after the government first announced its decision to become a signatory. It is estimated only 10 percent of the world's printed work is available in an accessible format, like Braille or audiobooks. The Marrakesh Treaty, which 88 countries are signed up to, lets more people legally convert books into accessible formats, and allows all signatory countries to freely share copy.
https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/406755/publishers-warn-of-unseen-consequences-with-greater-access-to-free-books