Burbank-based company castLabs has developed a digital watermarking technology that can detect and protect against illegal IPTV streams. Unlike previous watermarking methods, this tool embeds a precise watermark in every frame, making it difficult for pirates to crop or distort the content to hide the watermark. The technology can extract watermark information even from distorted or partially blocked frames, providing an extra layer of security for content owners and setting a new standard in content protection. The watermark alerts content owners to unauthorized use and helps identify the source of pirated content, enabling immediate takedown and creating a digital trail for legal disputes.
Users of IPTV services in Canada are having their IP addresses logged as media companies and law enforcement agencies continue to crack down on illegal streaming services. The US has also passed a law making running an IPTV service a serious criminal matter, leading to multiple services being targeted for legal action. As cord cutting puts pressure on cable TV companies and content owners, piracy is now being viewed as a criminal issue and crackdowns on all kinds of illegal streaming services, including IPTV services, are expected to increase in 2023.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by TorrentFreak
Canadian ISPs have successfully blocked pirate IPTV services using a dynamic blocking approach, according to a report by IP lawyer David Lipkus and Jon Wilkins. The report found that the blocking was effective and delivered a measurable benefit for a low cost, with no legitimate complaints from individuals or businesses related to blocking. However, some ISPs monitored customer traffic and disclosed that information to third parties, raising privacy concerns. The report recommends that ISPs provide more data on user activity to determine if blocking is worthwhile and will make more money for plaintiffs.
