Sweden recognises new file-sharing religion Kopimism (BBC)

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A "church" whose central tenet is the right to file-share has been formally recognised by the Swedish government.

The Church of Kopimism claims that "kopyacting" - sharing information through copying - is akin to a religious service.

The "spiritual leader" of the church said recognition was a "large step".

But others were less enthusiastic and said the church would do little to halt the global crackdown on piracy.

The Swedish government agency Kammarkollegiet finally registered the Church of Kopimism as a religious organisation shortly before Christmas, the group said.
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more: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-16424659




Well, this is an odd way of dealing with the issue ...

[hobbit709]

1. Makes more sense than most .

[malthaussen]

2. Where can I join?

[flamingdem]

3. Ha! Who says the Scandinavians are too serious

I do believe there is more sense of community between internet pirates than many other religions.