Social interactions in massively multiplayer online role-playing gamers

To date, most research into massively multiplayer online role-playing games (MMORPGs) has examined the demographics of play. This study explored the social interactions that occur both within and outside of MMORPGs. The sample consisted of 912 self-selected MMORPG players from 45 countries. MMORPGs were found to be highly socially interactive environments providing the opportunity to create strong friendships and emotional relationships. The study demonstrated that the social interactions in online gaming form a considerable element in the enjoyment of playing. The study showed MMORPGs can be extremely social games, with high percentages of gamers making life-long friends and partners. It was concluded that virtual gaming may allow players to express themselves in ways they may not feel comfortable doing in real life because of their appearance, gender, sexuality, and/or age. MMORPGs also offer a place where teamwork, encouragement, and fun can be experienced

Future Regulation of Cross-Border Audiovisual Content Dissemination: A Critical Analysis of the Current Regulatory Framework for Law Enforcement under the EU Audiovisual Media Services Directive and the Proposal for a European Media Freedom Act

The reality of cross-border dissemination of audiovisual content poses growing threats to the fundamental rights and values of the EU. In an increasingly complex network of sectoral EU legislation, including different institutional systems, the question of an effective reaction is pertinent. This study analyses the current legal framework for the cross-border dissemination of audiovisual content, focusing in particular on the country of origin mechanisms of the AVMS Directive, and identifies challenges in this respect for law enforcement. These are compared with approaches from other legal acts, such as the proposed European Media Freedom Act (EMFA), before possible solutions are presented.Die Realität der grenzüberschreitenden Verbreitung audiovisueller Inhalte in Europa birgt steigende Gefahren für Grundrechte und Werte der EU. Es stellt sich die Frage, wie diesen in einem komplexer werdenden Netzwerk sektoraler Rechtsakte der EU mit unterschiedlichen institutionellen Systemen effektiv begegnet werden kann. Die Studie analysiert den geltenden Rechtsrahmen für die grenzüberschreitende Verbreitung audiovisueller Inhalte mit Fokus auf dem Herkunftslandmechanismen der AVMD-Richtlinie und leitet daraus Herausforderungen für die Rechtsdurchsetzung ab. Diese werden mit Ansätzen aus anderen Rechtsakten wie dem vorgeschlagenen European Media Freedom Act (EMFA) verglichen, bevor mögliche Lösungsansätze vorgeschlagen werden

Updating the Rules for Online Content Dissemination

The current legal framework for online content dissemination has proven insufficient to effectively combat illegal content. The Commissions' proposal for an EU ‘Digital Services Act’ aims to update the horizontal framework for intermediaries and create a safe online environment. However, as far as content mediation is concerned, European fundamental rights and values require that the specificities of media law must be taken into account. This study, conducted by the Institute of European Media Law (EMR) on behalf of the Media Authority of NRW, describes the current legal framework and the DSA proposal, and provides a comprehensive assessment from the perspective of media law, complemented by alternative proposals for further improvement.illustratorThe current legal framework for online content dissemination has proven insufficient to effectively combat illegal content. The Commissions' proposal for an EU ‘Digital Services Act’ aims to update the horizontal framework for intermediaries and create a safe online environment. However, as far as content mediation is concerned, European fundamental rights and values require that the specificities of media law must be taken into account. This study, conducted by the Institute of European Media Law (EMR) on behalf of the Media Authority of NRW, describes the current legal framework and the DSA proposal, and provides a comprehensive assessment from the perspective of media law, complemented by alternative proposals for further improvement

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