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Live Television Piracy A Multi-Billion Dollar Problem For Communications Service ProvidersFREMONT, Calif., Nov. 1, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Sandvine, a global leader in network intelligence, today released a Global Internet Phenomena Spotlight report focusing on paid subscription television piracy services. The report reveals that 6.5% of households in North America are accessing pirated live television services each month, an adoption rate that may cost Communication Service Providers (CSPs) over $4 billion in revenue this year. The report is based on data collected from multiple fixed access networks in North America and examines the mechanics, economics, and usage drivers of pirated television services. Other highlights from the report include:
"Continued adoption of pirate video and television streaming services could lead to increased cord-cutting and create 'cord-nevers,' people who never sign-up for a standard TV subscription. This will significantly impact CSPs' revenue and profitability, undermining the business models that keep them operating," said Lyn Cantor, CEO, Sandvine. "The active network intelligence that Sandvine provides can help CSPs monitor the threat that pirate television services pose, while also supporting law enforcement and regulatory efforts aimed at preventing the proliferation of illegal streaming services." The Global Internet Phenomena Spotlight, as well as a whitepaper that details the technical aspects of pirate television ecosystem is available for download from the "Fraud Trends" page on Sandvine.com. ABOUT SANDVINE Sandvine's Network Intelligence portfolio is unique in helping network operators transform their businesses by leveraging in-line closed loop automation to reduce costs while simultaneously delivering better service to their subscribers. For more information, visit http://www.sandvine.com or follow Sandvine on Twitter @Sandvine MEDIA CONTACT
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