Following Copyright Infringements by Reuters and CCTV, Record Finds Itself in the Crossfire »

This was not an isolated "fair use" incident or an inadvertent technical slip.

The program in question appears to align with themes commonly found in Chinese state-sponsored content, such as "separatists" and "military readiness," and utilized footage created by independent journalists—potentially contributing to a broader narrative effort.

What’s Wrong With This “Journalism”?

1. Involvement in Foreign Disinformation

When RECORD airs state-sponsored Chinese propaganda, it extends beyond traditional journalism—it becomes an active participant in a global effort to distort reality. By broadcasting content produced and disseminated by authoritarian regimes, Brazilian media outlets inadvertently provide a platform for the psychological tactics of hostile states. This goes beyond information—this is a weaponized narrative.

2. Copyright Misuse: Legal and Moral Consequences

RECORD’s actions are in violation of copyright under both Brazilian law and international agreements. The footage of Taipei was created by a known independent creator, who has registered their work and issued proper warnings regarding unauthorized use.

This violation is rooted in Reuters' failure to properly vet and license the material it distributed. As confirmed by RECORD, they obtained the footage from Reuters, making them an unwitting party to Reuters' failure. YouTube has already issued a confirmed copyright strike in line with its policies, and further legal actions are anticipated.

3. The “Useful Idiot” Problem—Why No Journalist Should Play Along

China’s disinformation playbook relies on willing collaborators: foreign outlets ready to run Beijing’s propaganda for the sake of clicks, ad revenue, or lazy content aggregation. When RECORD and its peers broadcast these manipulated, staged, and copied segments, they are not just "reporting the news"—they are spreading a message crafted by China’s propaganda experts, designed to weaken democracies, undermine the West, and target free societies like Taiwan.

4. The Impact: Real-World Consequences

This is not a victimless technicality. By portraying Taipei as a legitimate military target on Brazilian television, RECORD helps legitimize threats against Taiwan’s 24 million people, emboldens anti-democratic forces, and diminishes the role of independent, ethical journalism in defending public discourse. And let’s be clear: what is broadcast in Brazil today will be watched, archived, and weaponized by adversaries tomorrow. RECORD has a duty to inform—not to amplify the voice of a foreign military’s intimidation campaign.

Why This Case Matters (And What’s Next)

The RECORD case is a microcosm of a much larger battle—over truth, copyright, and the very soul of journalism. Every time a news organization enables or excuses the misuse of original creative work, it makes it harder for independent creators to thrive and for the public to trust what they see.

The copyright strike against RECORD is just the beginning. The evidence has been preserved, the violations are clear, and the global creator community is watching. More complaints, legal filings, and public exposure will follow—across all platforms and jurisdictions.

Summary of the Article

Brazilian network RECORD has been caught broadcasting Chinese military propaganda using unauthorized drone footage of Taipei—framing Taiwan as a target. This case exposes how local media can inadvertently act as agents of foreign disinformation, and why copyright violations must be addressed through legal action. Learn how this story sets a precedent for holding major networks accountable globally.

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About the Author

Miroslaw Wawak is a world-traveling filmmaker, drone pilot, and founder of One Man Wolf Pack — also internationally known from the Netflix production “Crime Scene Berlin: Nightlife Killer” (↗️IMDb), where his story was featured as a survivor and main protagonist. Having explored and documented 222 countries, his original and unqiue aerial footage has been featured in international media, Hollywood trailers, and major global events.

Beyond his creative work, Miroslaw is a passionate advocate for creator rights, transparency, and social impact—regularly supporting community projects and defending his original work against unauthorized use worldwide. He’s taken legal action against everyone from international broadcasters (e.g. ESPN, TyC Sports) and tech giants (e.g. Facebook, YouTube) to national icons (e.g. Deutsche Welle, Globo, BAND/Radio Bandeirantes)—even religious institutions—when they violated his copyright.

Through exposing countless violations of his copyright and collaborating with top intellectual property attorneys around the globe—including landmark legal battles from Europe to the Americas and as far as Bermuda—Miroslaw Wawak has acquired an unmatched expertise in defending his rights and bringing every discovered infringement to justice.

His most recent victory in a precedent-setting case against the BAND network in Brazil proved not only the financial strength but also the strategic determination and domination behind his enforcement efforts.

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