Tag: intellectual property
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Vietnam Cracks Down on HiAnime Piracy Ring
Vietnamese authorities have cracked down on a massive anime piracy ring, HiAnime, which raked in a staggering $12.85 million in illicit ad revenue from 2020 to 2026. This notorious site drew hundreds of millions of visitors monthly, briefly outpacing Disney+ and Crunchyroll in web traffic.
US Seizes 400 Domains in Crackdown on FIFA World Cup Piracy
In a major victory against online piracy, the US Justice Department has seized nearly 400 web domains that were streaming live FIFA World Cup matches without permission. This crackdown, part of Operation Offsides, aims to protect consumers and enforce copyright laws.
Authorities Disrupt PirloTV Sports Piracy Network, Seize 44 Domains
In a major blow to sports piracy, authorities have shut down PirloTV, a notorious network that illegally streamed live sports to over 950 million visitors worldwide each year. The operation, involving UEFA, UC3, and Mexican authorities, seized 44 domains used to distribute unauthorized streams.
Senate Targets AI-Generated Deepfakes with NO FAKES Act
The NO FAKES Act is a crucial step towards shielding creators from the harmful spread of AI-generated deepfakes, granting them near-exclusive control over their digital likeness and allowing them to pass those rights down for at least 70 years after they're gone. This Senate-approved bill aims to put a national standard in place to protect individuals from unauthorized digital replicas.
US Research Security Landscape Evolves Amid Foreign Exploitation Fears
Join a live webinar on June 24, 2026, to explore how the Pentagon's new emphasis on research security is transforming the way universities, government agencies, and institutions protect against foreign exploitation. Earn 1 CPE credit while learning how to bolster defenses for basic and applied research in a rapidly evolving security landscape.
Italy Disrupts CINEMAGOAL Piracy App
In a major crackdown on piracy, Italian financial police have dismantled a sophisticated operation built around the CINEMAGOAL app, seizing material and launching an investigation to track down those involved and quantify the illicit gains. The CINEMAGOAL app had been evading security blocks and enhancing viewing quality to stay one step ahead of authorities.
Australia's AI Push Tests Copyright Laws
As singer-songwriter Nick Cave once mused, composition is an act of self-murder - but what happens when AI can create work that stirs our souls, and challenges our perceptions of artistic value and human authorship? Australia's restrictive copyright laws may be stifling innovation, as AI companies shy away from investing in local data centres to avoid infringement risks.
Spanish Police Disrupts $4.7M Manga Piracy Platform, Arrests Four
In a major crackdown on piracy, Spanish police have shut down a massive manga piracy platform that had been illegally providing access to millions of copyrighted works since 2014, and arrested four individuals in connection with the operation. The platform's systematic infringement had amassed a huge following, but ultimately led to the authorities taking action.
AI Exclusive: Corporate Capture Threatens Knowledge
A decade after Aaron Swartz, AI’s hunger for research risks putting a few corporations in charge of access to knowledge — deciding what we can learn, who benefits, and which ideas get heard.
Shadow AI: Stunning Risk as 1 in 4 Use Unapproved Tools
What if a quarter of your team were quietly sharing company secrets with unapproved AI? Shadow AI—employees turning to consumer models to speed tasks—is convenient but can expose PII, IP and trigger costly compliance headaches.
Kryptos Part Four: Inside the Unsolved Cipher
Who owns an unsolved riddle — the artist, the public, or the stranger who now holds the clues? Two researchers say they found Kryptos’s elusive fourth passage in Jim Sanborn’s archived notes, now headed to auction, touching off a legal and cultural tug-of-war over the sculpture’s final secret.
Nimbus Manticore: Exclusive Risky Supply-Chain Threat
A stealthy, Iran-linked cyber actor called Nimbus Manticore is quietly shifting from remote spying to targeting European aerospace, telecom and defense suppliers — and its patient, surgical intrusions threaten intellectual property, supply chains and national security unless industry and governments boost defenses and share threats quickly.
Wolf amendment: Stunning Risky NASA Access Ban
NASA has tightened who can access its labs, networks and some meeting platforms—excluding Chinese citizens in a move that pits national‑security caution against scientific openness. The decision raises tough questions about protecting sensitive technology without stifling the global talent and collaboration that power space exploration.
foreign agents: Stunning, Risky Threat to U.S. IP
A blunt DCSA warning reveals how state-backed actors—mostly linked to China—exploit agents, front companies and open research networks to siphon U.S. intellectual property and defense know‑how. We must sharpen vetting, export controls and cyber defenses while protecting the openness that fuels American innovation.
phishing attack Stunning Risky ZipLine Exposed
A new ZipLine phishing campaign uses a legitimate-looking White House photo and fake contact forms to trick employees at U.S. manufacturers into handing over credentials — opening the door to IP theft and ransomware. It’s a sharp reminder that a single authentic image can bypass defenses, so tighten verification, MFA, and training now.
Chinese State Hacker Charged for COVID-19 Research Theft
A Chinese state hacker has been charged with stealing vital COVID-19 research from U.S. universities, highlighting a tense battle where science, cybersecurity, and global health collide.
Chinese Hacker Indicted for Stealing COVID-19 Research
Chinese hacker indicted for stealing COVID-19 research, highlighting cybersecurity threats to sensitive health data amid global pandemic efforts.
Exposed Control Systems: A Concern for Infrastructure Operators
Exposed control systems pose significant risks for infrastructure operators, highlighting vulnerabilities that can lead to security breaches and operational failures.
Cloudflare Proposes Charging AI Bots for Website Crawling
Cloudflare suggests implementing charges for AI bots that crawl websites, aiming to balance web traffic and support content creators.
Cloudflare Implements Default Block on AI Web Scraping
Cloudflare enforces a default block on AI web scraping to enhance website security and protect against automated data extraction.
China’s New Initiative: €255,000 Salary and Free Education to Attract Elite Researchers
China’s new initiative offers €255,000 salaries and free education to attract elite researchers, enhancing innovation and global competitiveness.
Dutch Minister Signals Rising Tide of Chinese Espionage Concerns
Dutch Minister warns of a surge in Chinese espionage, sparking security concerns and intensifying calls for stricter counterintelligence measures.
Trump Ousts Copyright Chief Amid AI Fair Use Clash
Trump ousts copyright chief amid AI fair use clash, igniting disputes over tech law, creative rights, and digital policy in a changing era.
China now America’s number one cyber threat – US must get up to speed
China is now America’s top cyber threat. The US must quickly upgrade defenses to counter evolving digital attacks.