MPA and ACE visited the Korea Copyright Protection Agency in Seoul last week to discuss various piracy response strategies, including advanced technological measures that mitigate infringement. The visit follows MPA’s renewed Memorandum of Understanding with the agency in

“Piracy has grown up. And so has our response to it.” Motion Picture Association Chief Content Protection Officer Larissa Knapp discussed ACE’s fight against live sports piracy in a recent World Trademark Review story. Key takeaways: - Time is critical in the fight against live sports

Sideloading piracy apps is risky business. Instead of using trusted app stores like the Amazon Appstore, Apple App Store, or Google Play Store—which include piracy and security protections—some users manually install apps from unverified websites or file-sharing platforms,

ACE joined forces with partners and regional authorities throughout Latin America during Operation 404, achieving the largest wins ever recorded in the annual enforcement action's history: · 535 illegal sites blocked · 44 search and seizure and arrest warrants executed across

On Wednesday, MPA Investigations Manager Bruno Feitosa joined private-sector partners to commemorate game-changing infrastructure for Cyber GAECO, a specialized unit of Brazilian prosecutors that combats organized crime. The enforcement group welcomed a new state-of-the-art

Digital piracy doesn’t pause — and neither does ACE. Backed by 50+ global media leaders, we’re leading the worldwide fight to protect creativity, defend consumers, and preserve the future of entertainment. With international teams working together, ACE takes down illegal

Big news in North Africa - Morocco is launching its first coordinated effort to combat audiovisual piracy. On Dec. 16, global partners will gather at an international seminar organized by the Moroccan Copyright and Related Rights Office (BMDAV), the Delegation of the European

Economy and influencing the work of production teams, distributors, and everyone who depends on a healthy industry. Because pre-release piracy can reduce box-office revenue by up to 19.1%, it adds financial pressure that shapes which films get greenlit, the creative risks teams

Next week, stakeholders across Italy will convene at The Space Cinema Moderno in Rome to celebrate champions of our industry. MPA’s Larissa Knapp and FAPAV President Federico Bagnoli Rossi will present the FAPAV/ACE Award to members of both the Postal and Fiscal Police. The

ACE has completely dismantled MKVCinemas, a piracy network whose associated domains accumulated 142.4 million global visits between 2024 and 2025. The India-based service was shut down following an extensive alliance investigation, with 25 associated domains being transferred to

Piracy drains billions from the creative economy. 360 Strong is the MPA’s unified answer to that challenge. As the only global program covering every phase of content protection, 360 Strong brings together ACE’s enforcement strength and the Trusted Partner Network’s security

Every pirated stream has real consequences. When illegal sites profit, creators, crews, and storytellers lose — jobs, protections, and future opportunities. That’s why MPA and ACE focus on smart practices that protect content, strengthen copyright, and support livelihoods

The MPA has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the IMPI to bolster collaboration in curbing illegal streaming and digital piracy across Latin America. Under this agreement, IMPI and ACE will exchange vital intelligence on illicit streaming operations,

A year ago today, ACE announced a major win against digital piracy: the shutdown of one of the largest live sports piracy operations in the world. Based in Vietnam, this network spanned 138 domains and drew more than 812 million visits in just one year. ACE's Larissa Knapp

Holiday viewing brings everyone together— legal streaming helps keep that tradition strong. Legitimate platforms plays a key role in supporting the creative workforce, reducing piracy, and ensuring the stories we return to each season can continue to be made.

Over the past year, ACE has advanced the fight against digital piracy by working collaboratively, globally, and with focus. Alongside our members, law enforcement partners, and teams worldwide, we dismantled major illicit operations, including the world’s largest live sports

Piracy enforcement moves fast—and so do we. ACE brings together more than 50 organizations across the globe to track, disrupt, and shut down illegal streaming operations in real time. Through worldwide collaboration, ACE tracks illegal operations, disrupts piracy networks, and

Illegal streaming websites can expose you to hidden dangers like malware, data theft, and scams that put your personal information at risk. These platforms often look harmless, but the threats behind them are real and designed to catch you off guard. Choosing legitimate