copyright infringement Archives

BetaBeacon

July 17, 2025

Forget copyright strikes, a retro gaming YouTuber faces jail time for reviewing gaming handhelds

Italian YouTuber Once Were Nerd is facing legal trouble in Italy for promoting pirated copyrighted materials, specifically related to ANBERNIC devices. Officials seized more than 30 gaming consoles from his collection and may shut down his channel before the case goes to trial. The charges are related to the reproduction of copyrighted material from Nintendo and Sony, and could result in a maximum punishment of €15,000 and three years of jail time. The case sets a dangerous precedent for other gaming-focused creators in countries with outdated copyright laws.

TrendTechie

July 1, 2025

Благодаря платформе Google западные потребители могут качать

A new method for downloading torrent files using Google Colab has been developed to avoid notifications from internet service providers and copyright infringement penalties. This method uses the aria2 utility to mask the user's IP address by executing scripts in Google Colaboratory, which runs aria2 on a Google-hosted virtual machine. Users can download files via magnet links while their IP address remains hidden, displaying the Google server's IP instead. Downloaded files are stored in Google Drive for later access, enhancing privacy and simplifying file retrieval.

TrendTechie

June 26, 2025

Юзеры с запада нашли способ уклонятся от штрафов за торренты

Western users have discovered a technique for downloading torrents that helps evade warnings from internet service providers and financial penalties for copyright infringement. This method uses Google Colab with the aria2 downloader to mask the user's IP address. The process involves running programs in Google Colaboratory, which installs aria2 on a virtual machine, allowing users to download torrent files via magnet links. The downloads occur on Google’s servers, displaying a Google IP address to the torrent network. Files are stored in Google Drive for retrieval. Although this method conceals the user's IP address, downloading copyrighted materials remains illegal in many jurisdictions.

TrendTechie

June 24, 2025

В Греции осудили мужчину за торрент-сайт, закрывшийся 10 лет назад

A Greek court has sentenced the former administrator of the torrent site P2Planet.net to five years in prison, a €10,000 fine, and €1,800 in court costs. This is the first case in Greece where an individual has been imprisoned for file sharing via BitTorrent. The 59-year-old man operated the site from 2011 to 2014, which had over 44,000 registered users and approximately 14,000 torrents. The case was initiated after a police raid over ten years ago, and the verdict was delivered by the Piraeus Appeals Court after years of legal proceedings. Greek authorities are intensifying efforts against copyright infringement, with previous sentences given to administrators of other torrent sites.

Tech Optimizer

May 19, 2025

Hackers can turn off Windows Defender with this sneaky new tool

A security researcher known as es3n1n has developed a program called Defendnot, which disguises itself as an antivirus application and exploits a previously undocumented Windows Security Center (WSC) API. Defendnot registers itself as a legitimate antivirus, causing Windows Defender to disable itself when it detects another antivirus, leaving users vulnerable. Microsoft has responded by enabling Defender to detect and quarantine Defendnot as 'Win32/Sabsik.FL.!ml'. This is not the first version of such a program; a previous iteration was removed due to copyright infringement.

AppWizard

April 18, 2025

Perplexity’s Android App Is Infested With Security Flaws, Report Finds

Perplexity has launched a promotional campaign called “Ask like a millionaire,” offering a million-dollar prize to users who download its app, refer friends, and engage with it during the Super Bowl. However, the Android app is facing scrutiny due to significant security vulnerabilities, including issues that could lead to data theft and account takeovers. A report from Appknox reveals that the app's API can be accessed without restriction, and the code contains hardcoded secrets, making it easy for attackers to create counterfeit versions of the app. The app is also vulnerable to task hijacking, which could allow unauthorized access to sensitive data. Perplexity, founded in 2022, has raised 0 million in venture capital and has over 10 million downloads. The company is exploring partnerships with smartphone manufacturers and has faced criticism for alleged copyright infringement. Security experts advise users to consider removing the app until the issues are resolved.

AppWizard

April 9, 2025

Google launches Gemini in Android Studio for Businesses, making it easier for devs to design work apps

Apple is the leading smartphone manufacturer in the U.S., while 60% of corporate-owned devices are powered by Android, according to a survey by Stratix. Google announced Gemini in Android Studio for businesses at the Google Cloud Next 2025 conference, a subscription-based service aimed at enhancing the Android ecosystem for enterprise app developers. Gemini focuses on secure, privacy-oriented AI solutions, with a strict data governance policy ensuring confidentiality and ownership of company code. It includes enterprise-grade management features and extends Google's generative AI indemnification policy to protect against copyright infringement claims related to AI-generated code. The enterprise edition allows customization using internal repositories, improving code acceptance rates by 70%. Gemini is compliant with various industry certifications, including SOC 1, 2, and 3, and ISO/IEC 27001, among others. A free version of Gemini remains available for independent developers, while organizations can acquire a Code Assist Enterprise license through the Google Cloud Console.

AppWizard

April 9, 2025

Google releases enterprise-grade Gemini tier in Android Studio

Google has introduced a new version of Gemini for Android Studio, specifically designed for businesses. This version ensures that company code is not saved by Google and is not used for AI model training. It includes IP protection against claims related to AI-generated code. The offering, available through Gemini Code Assist Standard or Enterprise subscriptions, enhances existing features with security and IP protections, including tools like build and sync error support and App Quality Insights. Google emphasizes its commitment to security with certifications such as SOC 1/2/3 and ISO/IEC 27001. Additionally, businesses benefit from IP indemnification against copyright infringement claims related to AI-generated code. The enterprise-grade version can be accessed via the Android Studio Narwhal build on the Canary release channel with an eligible Gemini Code Assist license.

TrendTechie

March 13, 2025

В Словении в авиакатастрофе погиб соучредитель торрент-трекера The Pirate Bay Карл Лундстрем

Karl Lundström, co-founder of The Pirate Bay, died in a plane crash in Slovenia while piloting his Mooney M20 aircraft from Zagreb to Zurich. The crash occurred when the aircraft collided with a wooden structure on a mountainside, and adverse weather conditions delayed the recovery of his body until the following day. Lundström was 64 years old at the time of the incident. He played a significant role in establishing The Pirate Bay in 2003, which became one of the largest file-sharing platforms. In 2012, he was convicted of copyright infringement, serving four months in prison. Lundström was also involved in Swedish politics since the 1990s, including participation in the "Alternative for Sweden" movement.

TrendTechie

March 12, 2025

Спонсор The Pirate Bay Карл Лундстрём погиб в авиакатастрофе

Karl Lundström, a notable entrepreneur and early supporter of The Pirate Bay, died in a plane crash in the Slovenian mountains while piloting his Mooney M-20 aircraft from Zagreb to Zurich. He was flying solo at the time of the accident, which involved the aircraft crashing into a cottage on Velika Planina mountain. Lundström was a key financial backer of The Pirate Bay and played a significant role in its early operations. He was charged with aiding and abetting copyright infringement and received a reduced prison sentence along with a fine of 32 million Swedish kronor. Lundström was involved in politics, initially supporting the Progress Party before joining Alternative for Sweden in 2018, where he served as district leader. He was also an heir to the Swedish bread manufacturer Wasabröd.