The streaming revolution promised to end piracy forever. Instead, illegal content consumption exploded from 130 billion visits in 2020 to 216.3 billion in 2024, and the industry has no one to blame but itself.
In this episode, we dissect the uncomfortable data behind streaming's piracy crisis. Why are consumers paying $69-$100 monthly for multiple subscriptions and still turning to illegal sources? How did manga become the fastest-growing pirated content category with a 56% surge in one year? And why has the music industry essentially defeated piracy while film and TV flounder?
We explore the "subscription labyrinth" that's pushing even willing customers toward pirate aggregator apps, examine the Disney+, Hulu, Max bundle as a potential solution, and reveal why this isn't about price, it's about convenience and fragmented access.
Through data from MUSO's latest piracy report and industry analysis, we uncover the seven pillars driving modern piracy, the anime streaming crisis that's costing billions, and the proven blueprint from Spotify that could save the entire streaming industry.
The warning light is flashing. Will Hollywood listen before it's too late?
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