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Piracy Research

YouTube’s Copyright Conundrum: Autopsy on a Billion Claims

Content ID Claims Go Nuclear YouTube’s Content ID system, the platform’s automated copyright detection arm, just hit a nuclear milestone. Their latest transparency report throws some eye-opening figures our way: a mind-numbing billion claims processed in the last six months…

The most prolific World Cup pirates are also the most likely to use a paid service.

The situation faced by Arcom during the FIFA World Cup 2022 in Qatar presents a challenging conundrum. While the regulator aims to curb illegal streaming of football matches by blocking domains associated with piracy, it must also consider the unintended…

Research discovers that pirate libraries continue to be popular among academics.

The proliferation of Sci-Hub and similar shadow libraries underscores the ongoing challenges faced by academic publishers in protecting their copyrighted content and maintaining sustainable business models. Despite efforts to shut down or restrict access to these platforms, they continue to…

Research reveals why many anti-piracy messages, such as “You Wouldn’t Steal…,” fail to deter piracy.

Anti-piracy campaigns have been a longstanding effort by various industries to combat the illegal downloading and distribution of copyrighted content. However, many of these campaigns have been criticized for their ineffectiveness or for missing the mark in their messaging. A…

Piracy increases “Internet buzz,” which in turn boosts legitimate TV-show viewership.

The evolving landscape of online piracy presents complex challenges for content creators, distributors, and policymakers alike. While the impacts of piracy on legal consumption can vary significantly, recent research suggests that TV show piracy may have a promotional aspect that…

Online piracy is on the rise among young Finns, but there’s also an increase in legal consumption.

The notion that making content widely available at fair prices is the most effective long-term solution to piracy is widely accepted in discussions surrounding digital copyright infringement. This strategy aims to address the underlying motivations for piracy by providing convenient…

Microsoft envisions a blockchain-based bounty system to combat piracy.

The “Argus” system proposed by Microsoft’s research department represents an innovative approach to combating piracy using blockchain technology. By leveraging the Ethereum blockchain, the system provides transparency, practicality, and security, while also addressing concerns such as abusive reports and errors….

Oscar nominations contribute to increased piracy numbers for Best Picture contenders.

Winning the Oscar for “best picture” is undoubtedly a significant achievement in the film industry, carrying with it both prestige and increased revenue opportunities. However, it’s interesting to note that even being nominated for such an award can lead to…

EU research reveals the “most pirated” movies, TV shows, and music.

It’s fascinating to delve into the local piracy preferences revealed by the EU Intellectual Property Office’s research. Despite the data being somewhat dated, the insights gained from analyzing these preferences can still provide valuable information about trends and patterns in…