A Pirate’s Life for Consumers: the Implications of the Streaming Services Boom

With the number of subscription video-on-demand services rising, piracy is once again a notable problem. The majority of people do not have the disposable income to be spending on entertainment. They are typically able to afford one or two subscriptions per month. And this was the initial attraction to sites like Netflix. Consumers were able to watch their favorite shows and movies, anytime and anywhere at a reasonable price-point. However, more and more networks are no longer renewing their licensing contracts with companies like Netflix and creating their own streaming services and exclusive homes for beloved content. Studies have shown this is driving people back to watching pirated copies. … Read More A Pirate’s Life for Consumers: the Implications of the Streaming Services Boom