The Third Annual Arnan Gabrieli Memorial Intellectual Property Conference, which was held on 2.5.2018, had the topic of “On the Tenth Anniversary of the Copyright Law: The Future of Music Copyright in the Digital Age”. The conference explored critical issues around the future of music copyright in the digital age.

Attendees heard from experts on topics including the decline in traditional copyright mechanisms and the challenges Israeli artists and performers face due to language barriers and rampant piracy. Participants debated the impact of streaming platforms, such as iTunes and Apple Music, and how new models might discourage illegal copying. The conference also addressed the lack of compensation for music use on social media platforms like Facebook and YouTube, considering how reduced royalties affect artists. The discussion illuminated the evolving landscape of copyright, highlighting problems with global reach and digital distribution while emphasizing the need for fresh legal frameworks.