Netflix and European Commission Collaborate on Anti-Piracy Measures
Netflix collaborates with the European Commission to strengthen anti-piracy efforts in Europe.
Key Points
- • Netflix and major companies support EU initiative against online piracy.
- • European Commission recommends automated site-blocking measures.
- • MPA criticizes inadequate enforcement in certain EU countries.
- • Countries like Italy and Portugal show success with automated blocking systems.
Netflix, along with other major entertainment companies like Disney and Warner Bros, has endorsed a European initiative targeting online piracy, particularly illegal IPTV and streaming services. This collaboration follows a recommendation from the European Commission urging EU member states to adopt automated site-blocking technologies to combat piracy effectively.
The Motion Pictures Association (MPA) has expressed its support for these automated measures while highlighting the inconsistent implementation across EU countries. Specifically, the MPA criticized Germany for failing to enforce key EU laws against piracy, while Poland and Bulgaria have yet to adopt these necessary measures. In contrast, countries such as Italy, Greece, Portugal, and even Brazil have successfully established real-time automated site-blocking systems, showcasing effective responses to piracy issues.
Despite these advancements, the ongoing challenge remains as pirates frequently circumvent blocks by quickly launching new domains. The MPA has suggested that a comprehensive approach involving internet service providers (ISPs), content delivery networks (CDNs), and search engines is essential to bolster anti-piracy efforts further. This multi-stakeholder involvement could significantly diminish the ability of illegal platforms to thrive in the digital landscape.