Online piracy remains a persistent challenge for publishers, with recent data from the Authors Guild revealing that U.S. publishers lose a staggering $300 million in income each year due to e-book piracy. While this issue is not new, the extent of the financial impact highlights the ongoing struggle publishers face in protecting their intellectual property. Unfortunately, as … [Read more...] about The lingering battle: E-book piracy costs U.S. publishers $300 million annually
Ebook and Audiobook Piracy News
Z-Library introduces new Tor-enabled desktop launcher
Z-Library, recognized as the world's largest repository of pirated e-books, recently unveiled a dedicated desktop launcher that is specifically designed to work with the Tor network, TorrentFreak reported. The launcher is compatible with Windows, macOS, and Linux systems. Previously, Z-Library users accessed the site via a specific URL that required regular login credentials. … [Read more...] about Z-Library introduces new Tor-enabled desktop launcher
Italian Publishers Lost €771 to Book Piracy in 2021
In 2019, the Association of Italian Publishers and the Italian Federation of Newspaper Publishers conducted research to determine the scale of piracy in the Italian market. The study was reported in January 2020, revealing an annual loss of €1.3 billion to the Italian books and newspaper industry. A follow-up study was released in March 2022, reporting that book piracy cost … [Read more...] about Italian Publishers Lost €771 to Book Piracy in 2021
Book Piracy on Amazon [And What Could Be Done]
Amazon, one of the world’s largest book marketplaces, is getting flooded with pirated books. This is obviously sad for publishers, given that American publishers lose $300 million annually to piracy. This further causes a decline in authors' income and, most importantly, disheartens them. Matt Harrison - a computer scientist and author - shares one of his recent experiences … [Read more...] about Book Piracy on Amazon [And What Could Be Done]
Europeans less inclined towards pirated stuff, EUIPO study reveals
A recently published research study conducted by the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) sheds light on the perceptions and behaviors of European citizens regarding intellectual property and online piracy. The findings reveal a majority of Europeans express disapproval of obtaining digital content from illegal sources. Common justifications for such behavior, … [Read more...] about Europeans less inclined towards pirated stuff, EUIPO study reveals
Zeenat Book Supply Shuts Down
Whether it's for accessibility, portability, or convenience, e-books, and online resources have become a dominating trend for today's readers. The evolution of e-books has made it easy to carry around and hold thousands of books in one place. However, with the rise of the best e-books and piracy concerns, there has been a down-tick for traditional books. This has eventually … [Read more...] about Zeenat Book Supply Shuts Down
To Pirate or not to Pirate? That is the question…
We all love getting something for free. Recently, I needed to get a new desk. Reluctantly, I headed out to shop. On the way, I drove by a house that had a fabulous desk sitting on the side of the road. A helpful neighbor told me, "The realtors ran out of room in the U-Haul- they left it behind." Pinching myself, I felt like I won the lottery- but then I had a … [Read more...] about To Pirate or not to Pirate? That is the question…
Pirate Manga Site 13DL is Dead
Manga piracy website 13DL has been shut down. The website that featured more than 20,000 illegal Manga content had to close when a DMCA subpoena directed CDN provider Cloudflare to unleash the identity of the pirated website's owner. While Cloudflare is yet to submit the details to CODA, the anti-piracy group is working hard so justice can be served right. The initiative was … [Read more...] about Pirate Manga Site 13DL is Dead
For students, pirated books often are the best means to save costs, Danish survey reveals
Amid uncertain times, the challenges faced by students have become increasingly complex. Education costs continue to rise, leading many students to employ various strategies, such as loans and photocopies, to afford the necessary resources. Some opt to share books or purchase cheaper second-hand editions, while others resort to more dubious means by downloading or purchasing … [Read more...] about For students, pirated books often are the best means to save costs, Danish survey reveals
University Websites trying to deal with an increase of Piracy Scams
Being a college or university student can be fantastic. For many people, going to college is one of the best experiences of their lives. However, in our ever-evolving world, today’s students are facing a myriad of new challenges and obstacles which can directly impact their academic journey and ability to succeed. Besides for concerns around mental health, social pressures, … [Read more...] about University Websites trying to deal with an increase of Piracy Scams