Combating Digital Piracy: Safeguarding Intellectual Property Across Diverse Platforms

Computer Engineering

Digital piracy remains a significant challenge globally, with India emerging as a major hotspot for this activity. According to the Irdeto Global Consumer Piracy Threat Report (2018), India ranks among the top five countries utilizing peer-to-peer (P2P) downloads extensively. This alarming statistic underscores the prevalence of unauthorized file sharing and content distribution within the country. Additionally, Muso, a company dedicated to tracking piracy statistics, has identified India as the third largest contributor to global piracy, with over 9.5 billion visits to pirate sites annually, placing it just behind the United States and Russia. The issue of digital piracy has been further exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. A report by Markscan, a firm aiding the entertainment industry in combating piracy, reveals a staggering 1092% surge in video piracy on the social media application Telegram during the lockdown period. This dramatic increase highlights the urgency for effective anti-piracy measures, particularly on social media platforms that have become breeding grounds for illicit content distribution. Given the scale of the problem, this research work aims to develop a comprehensive approach to mitigate piracy during the transmission of files across various digital platforms. The proposed solution will focus on leveraging advanced technologies such as Machine Learning and Computer Vision for secure and transparent content distribution, and identifying pirated content, and machine learning algorithms for detecting and preventing unauthorized file sharing in real-time. Furthermore, the proposal will explore the implementation of stricter legal frameworks and international cooperation to address the cross-border nature of digital piracy. By integrating technological, legal, and collaborative strategies, this research aims to formulate a robust anti-piracy framework that can significantly reduce the incidence of digital piracy and protect intellectual property rights. The ultimate goal is to foster a secure and fair digital environment that supports content creators and the entertainment industry while curbing the pervasive threat of piracy.

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