THE PERFORMER'S RIGHT TO EQUITABLE REMUNERATION

Abstract

It starts the discussion by exploring the concept of equitable remuneration envisaged in international treaties. Then the article studies the main developments regarding equitable renumeration in recent years. In this regard, the article analyses the new regulations on the performer's right to equitable remuneration provided by the Directive on Copyright and related rights in the Digital Single Market and the implementation of its provisions of in the EU member countries. Additionally, the article studies the main challenges for the performer's equitable remuneration in the era of streaming services and platforms.

The final part of the article analyses regulations on the right to equitable remuneration according to Armenian legislation. The analysis shows that there need to be more regulations in this regard; thus, the articles set up suggestions for amendments to the current Armenian legal framework, ensuring the performer's right to equitable remuneration.