A law was just passed that allows private law firms to monitor IP addresses participating in file sharing networks (BitTorrent etc.). After gathering IP addresses a law firm can retrieve the name and address of any "suspects" from their respective ISPs, and then proceed with filing lawsuits.
The law firms usually act on behalf of the larger organizations such as MPAA, RIAA, BREIN and others.
Most people don't care though. Even the majority of younger people, who often pirate popular TV shows and movies, seem indifferent.
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The same thing is happening in Norway.
A law was just passed that allows private law firms to monitor IP addresses participating in file sharing networks (BitTorrent etc.). After gathering IP addresses a law firm can retrieve the name and address of any "suspects" from their respective ISPs, and then proceed with filing lawsuits.
The law firms usually act on behalf of the larger organizations such as MPAA, RIAA, BREIN and others.
Most people don't care though. Even the majority of younger people, who often pirate popular TV shows and movies, seem indifferent.