A settlement has been reached in a lengthy copyright lawsuit concerning early 20th-century records.

The Internet Archive has recently concluded a significant legal battle regarding its efforts to preserve music through the ‘Great 78 Project,’ which aimed to digitize old records. As reported, the terms of the settlement remain undisclosed, but it marks an important victory for digital preservation amid ongoing copyright disputes.

The project has faced criticism from certain music record labels, claiming copyright infringement. However, the Internet Archive asserts that its mission involves maintaining access to historical music that might otherwise be lost.

The ‘Great 78 Project’ has successfully digitized over 400,000 historical recordings, including works by notable artists such as Louis Armstrong and Frank Sinatra. This initiative began in 2017, emphasizing the importance of preserving cultural artifacts for future generations.