One of the biggest debates between anti-piracy laws and human right is the liberty and freedom of using internet. This includes the freedom of information and freedom of speech, and also privacy.
In January 2012, FBI and New Zealand government shut down one of the biggest online file sharing site – Megaupload, because of suspicion of hosting pirated contents on its servers. This action had drawn the attention of many toward the upcoming SOPA bill in America. Due the enormous amount of protests, the bill was postponed. But because of the incident, it had caused many to rethink the influences the anti-piracy laws may have toward internet freedom and human rights. (The Washington Times)
Many argue against anti-piracy laws that people should have the freedom of speaking and sharing information on the internet. (More Detail) And that includes sharing links.
In the example of website like Megaupload, users can upload their own file onto the Megaupload and share to others to download it. Even though someone may upload pirated content onto Megaupload, but many uses Megaupload for legal purpose and sharing personal files.
Secondly, privacy is also an important issue. In order for ISP to accuse you for downloading pirated content, they must first gather data for your internet usage without your permission. Just as President Barack Obama stated while opposing toward CISPA, as the bill is against privacy, data confidentiality and civil liberties. (More Detail)
The most recent evidential news to back up this argument is the recent apologies made by New Zealand's Prime Minister John Key for illegally spied on the founder of Megaupload - Kim Dotcom, which resulted in his arrest. (ONENEWS)
CISPA and Privacy - RussiaToday News
CISPA and Internet Freedom - RussiaToday News
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