adjacent rights

Adjacent rights, also known as neighboring rights, refer to the rights of performers, producers, and broadcasters related to their recorded works or performances. These rights allow them to earn compensation when their recordings or broadcasts are used, played publicly, or reproduced. They are "adjacent" to the copyright of the original work, meaning they protect the interests of those involved in creating or transmitting the work, beyond the original creator’s rights. This ensures that performers and producers receive fair remuneration for the commercial use of their efforts, helping support their ongoing work in the industry.