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Nintendo suing gamer for streaming Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, Mario & Luigi: Brothership, and more ahead of release

Nintendo is suing streamer Jesse Keighin for streaming pirated games ahead of their release dates.

Guy Who Taunted Nintendo About Streaming Pirated Switch Games Before Release Now Faces $7.5 Million Lawsuit

Nintendo is suing a gamer for streaming leaked games, seeking damages of up to $7.5 million.
The lawsuit highlights Keighin's direct challenges to Nintendo's authority and market integrity.

Nintendo suing makers of open-source Switch emulator Yuzu

Nintendo is suing the makers of Yuzu emulator for defeating security measures.
Yuzu allowed pirated versions of Nintendo games to be played on PCs and Android devices.

Nintendo Had To Play Detective To Find An Alleged Switch Pirate

Nintendo effectively tracked down a Switch pirate, highlighting the risks of anonymity online in the gaming community.

Nintendo wins $2.4 million from the makers of Switch emulator, Yuzu

Emulator accused of piracy pays $2.4 million to Nintendo and ceases operations
Agreement could endanger Switch emulation as a whole

Tears Of The Kingdom Was Pirated 1 Million Times, Nintendo Claims In Lawsuit

Nintendo filed a civil lawsuit against Yuzu software developer Tropic Haze for enabling piracy of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.
Yuzu software bypasses security measures on Nintendo Switch, allowing illegal decryption and distribution of game files.

Nintendo suing gamer for streaming Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, Mario & Luigi: Brothership, and more ahead of release

Nintendo is suing streamer Jesse Keighin for streaming pirated games ahead of their release dates.

Guy Who Taunted Nintendo About Streaming Pirated Switch Games Before Release Now Faces $7.5 Million Lawsuit

Nintendo is suing a gamer for streaming leaked games, seeking damages of up to $7.5 million.
The lawsuit highlights Keighin's direct challenges to Nintendo's authority and market integrity.

Nintendo suing makers of open-source Switch emulator Yuzu

Nintendo is suing the makers of Yuzu emulator for defeating security measures.
Yuzu allowed pirated versions of Nintendo games to be played on PCs and Android devices.

Nintendo Had To Play Detective To Find An Alleged Switch Pirate

Nintendo effectively tracked down a Switch pirate, highlighting the risks of anonymity online in the gaming community.

Nintendo wins $2.4 million from the makers of Switch emulator, Yuzu

Emulator accused of piracy pays $2.4 million to Nintendo and ceases operations
Agreement could endanger Switch emulation as a whole

Tears Of The Kingdom Was Pirated 1 Million Times, Nintendo Claims In Lawsuit

Nintendo filed a civil lawsuit against Yuzu software developer Tropic Haze for enabling piracy of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.
Yuzu software bypasses security measures on Nintendo Switch, allowing illegal decryption and distribution of game files.
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What's With All These FREE HD Blockbuster Movies on YouTube? | HackerNoon

YouTube is becoming a surprising source for high-quality and accessible movies, often hiding them in cryptic descriptions.
#copyright-infringement

Authors sue Anthropic for training AI using pirated books

Authors have filed a lawsuit against Anthropic for allegedly training AI models on pirated books.
'The Pile' dataset, including 'Books3,' is central to the lawsuit's claims against Anthropic.

Reddit beats film industry again, won't have to reveal pirates' IP addresses

Movie companies have lost a third attempt to unmask Reddit users who posted comments discussing piracy.
US Magistrate Judge Thomas Hixson stated that provision of an IP address is considered unmasking and subject to First Amendment scrutiny.

Reddit must share IP addresses of piracy-discussing users, film studios say

Film studios are attempting for the third time in less than a year to force Reddit to share information about users discussing piracy on the site.
In previous attempts, the courts ruled in favor of Reddit, citing First Amendment rights to anonymous speech.

Publishing Companies Say Google is Liable for Promoting Pirated Textbooks

Google is being sued by major educational publishing companies for allegedly promoting pirate sites selling discounted textbooks through its ads.

Ever heard of "Llady Gaga"? Universal files piracy suit over alleged knockoffs.

UMG sued Believe for allegedly distributing pirated music using misspelled artist names, claiming this practice supports rampant piracy.

5th Circuit rules ISP should have terminated Internet users accused of piracy

The 5th Circuit Court ruled that ISP Grande is liable for contributory copyright infringement, highlighting its failure to address pirating subscribers effectively.

Authors sue Anthropic for training AI using pirated books

Authors have filed a lawsuit against Anthropic for allegedly training AI models on pirated books.
'The Pile' dataset, including 'Books3,' is central to the lawsuit's claims against Anthropic.

Reddit beats film industry again, won't have to reveal pirates' IP addresses

Movie companies have lost a third attempt to unmask Reddit users who posted comments discussing piracy.
US Magistrate Judge Thomas Hixson stated that provision of an IP address is considered unmasking and subject to First Amendment scrutiny.

Reddit must share IP addresses of piracy-discussing users, film studios say

Film studios are attempting for the third time in less than a year to force Reddit to share information about users discussing piracy on the site.
In previous attempts, the courts ruled in favor of Reddit, citing First Amendment rights to anonymous speech.

Publishing Companies Say Google is Liable for Promoting Pirated Textbooks

Google is being sued by major educational publishing companies for allegedly promoting pirate sites selling discounted textbooks through its ads.

Ever heard of "Llady Gaga"? Universal files piracy suit over alleged knockoffs.

UMG sued Believe for allegedly distributing pirated music using misspelled artist names, claiming this practice supports rampant piracy.

5th Circuit rules ISP should have terminated Internet users accused of piracy

The 5th Circuit Court ruled that ISP Grande is liable for contributory copyright infringement, highlighting its failure to address pirating subscribers effectively.
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#app-store

Apple just approved another app that streams pirated movies and TV shows

Apple's App Store vetting is failing as pirated content is found in a seemingly legitimate app.
Univer Note, a productivity app, exposes weaknesses in Apple's approval process.

Oops, Apple approved another illegal streaming app

The 'Univer Note' app disguises itself as a productivity tool while serving pirated films to users in select countries.

Apple just approved another app that streams pirated movies and TV shows

Apple's App Store vetting is failing as pirated content is found in a seemingly legitimate app.
Univer Note, a productivity app, exposes weaknesses in Apple's approval process.

Oops, Apple approved another illegal streaming app

The 'Univer Note' app disguises itself as a productivity tool while serving pirated films to users in select countries.
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#discord

Discord says piracy subpoena would violate users' First Amendment rights

Discord is defending user anonymity and First Amendment rights in a legal dispute over complying with a subpoena related to copyright infringement.

Discord says piracy subpoena would violate users' First Amendment rights

Discord defends user anonymity against Nexon's piracy claims, citing First Amendment rights amid a DMCA subpoena dispute.

Discord says piracy subpoena would violate users' First Amendment rights

Discord is defending user anonymity and First Amendment rights in a legal dispute over complying with a subpoena related to copyright infringement.

Discord says piracy subpoena would violate users' First Amendment rights

Discord defends user anonymity against Nexon's piracy claims, citing First Amendment rights amid a DMCA subpoena dispute.
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The true cost of game piracy: 20 percent of revenue, according to a new study

The timing of a game's crack release significantly impacts its revenues, indicating a noticeable financial effect after piracy occurs.

Google as Darth Vader: Why iA Writer quit the Android app market

Piracy can drastically undercut app revenue, with 90% of users potentially accessing apps without purchase.
Piracy leads to higher support demands and negative ratings, impacting user experience and developer workload.
Sharing data about piracy can bring valuable insight and critique from the developer community.

Miami firms put Haiti shipping on hold as gangs target main port, disrupt cargo

Haitian gangs have intensified their violence by targeting shipping operations, causing security concerns for both local and foreign workers and impacting international shipping.

Star Wars: Skeleton Crew reveals Jude Law as a gun-toting Jedi and Jaleel White as an annoyed pirate

Skeleton Crew promises a fun adventure in the lawless Star Wars underworld, featuring new characters and a resurgent pirate culture.
#counterfeit-goods

12,000 Fake Nintendo And Sega Consoles To Be Destroyed In Major Retro Gaming Bust

A major vintage gaming trafficking ring was dismantled in Italy, seizing 12,000 counterfeit consoles with millions of pirated games.

Italian Police Say They Have Busted A $52 Million Counterfeit Retro-Console Ring

Italy's financial police busted a ring importing counterfeit vintage video game consoles, seizing 12,000 units and millions of pirated games.

12,000 Fake Nintendo And Sega Consoles To Be Destroyed In Major Retro Gaming Bust

A major vintage gaming trafficking ring was dismantled in Italy, seizing 12,000 counterfeit consoles with millions of pirated games.

Italian Police Say They Have Busted A $52 Million Counterfeit Retro-Console Ring

Italy's financial police busted a ring importing counterfeit vintage video game consoles, seizing 12,000 units and millions of pirated games.
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How HUMAN Uncovered A Scam Serving 2.5 Billion Ads Per Day To Piracy Sites | AdExchanger

Publishers involved in illegal activities like piracy can complicate the programmatic advertising landscape, necessitating thorough scrutiny.
#entertainment

MPA says no more "Whac-a-Mole" with pirate sites, claims it took down "mothership"

The largest piracy ring, Fmovies, was dismantled in a significant collaboration between film studios and Vietnamese authorities.

Viral TV and Movie Clips on TikTok Are Creating a Unique Problem For Streamers

TikTok is seen as a threat to traditional entertainment producers and streaming platforms like Netflix.
Piracy on TikTok is at an all-time high, with users sharing clips of copyrighted content.

MPA says no more "Whac-a-Mole" with pirate sites, claims it took down "mothership"

The largest piracy ring, Fmovies, was dismantled in a significant collaboration between film studios and Vietnamese authorities.

Viral TV and Movie Clips on TikTok Are Creating a Unique Problem For Streamers

TikTok is seen as a threat to traditional entertainment producers and streaming platforms like Netflix.
Piracy on TikTok is at an all-time high, with users sharing clips of copyrighted content.
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The world's largest TV and movie piracy streaming ring is dead

The shutdown of Fmovies signals a major victory for the entertainment industry in the fight against online piracy.

Nintendo Pirate Gary Bowser Claims His Case Serves As "A Message" To Other Pirates

Gary Bowser, a Nintendo pirate, has opened up about his experience before, during, and after prison.
He was involved in piracy and arrested in September 2020
He must now pay a percentage of his income to cover the 14.5 million he owes Nintendo.

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Piracy's golden age inspired a new board game that combines strategy and adventure for all ages.
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