Telegram Cracks Down on Webtoon Piracy and Copyright Violations

📢Intensive crackdown on illegal distribution of Telegram🚨
Recently, Telegram announced its position to the Korea Communications Commission, saying, “We will take strict action against illegal information and copyright violations.”

💡Kakao Entertainment’s copyright protection team P.CoK has also been monitoring illegal distribution groups on Telegram on a daily basis since its launch until now, with 1⃣ Kakao Page/Kakao Webtoon… pic.twitter.com/NyOE8mtzlb
— P.CoK (@kakaoent_pcok) November 20, 2024

P.CoK actively combats piracy by dismantling platforms hosting KakaoPage and Kakao Webtoon content. In the first half of 2024 alone, it reported taking down 270 million illegally hosted webtoon and web novel files. The task force often infiltrates private piracy groups and publicly warns channels of impending takedownseven inviting users to report illegal sites and platforms.

📢P.CoK has received information from a user about Phoenix Saga, a large Telegram group of Persian illegal Manhwa community with about 30,000 subscribers, where over 20 Kakao Webtoon works are being illegally translated and distributed.

🥷We have infiltrated this group for… pic.twitter.com/ZcpWfdrA1d
— P.CoK (@kakaoent_pcok) December 11, 2023

Telegram has long faced criticism as a platform used for pirated and illegal content. Although the platform removes reported infringing channels, it’s reportedly used for easily accessing pirated content, including in India. Recently, Mumbai police shut down a Telegram group sharing content from broadcasters like Disney Star, Viacom18, Sony, and Zee following a criminal complaint by Disney Star.

In August, the Indian government investigated Telegram for allegedly enabling piracy, gambling, and extortion. Around the same time, Telegram founder and CEO Pavel Durov faced arrest in Paris over allegations of complicity in illegal activities on the platform, including drug trafficking and facilitating unauthorised transactions.

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Rayan Sayyed is a staff writer for IGN India with a primary focus on Asian entertainment, spanning from anime, manga, and games to films and dramas from the East. You can reach out to him at rayan_sayyed@ign.comor find him on Twitter @rayanaver and Instagram @rayansayyed

To what⁣ extent are Telegram’s encryption practices a double-edged sword, facilitating ‍both ⁣user privacy and the proliferation of pirated content?

## World Today⁤ News: Cracking Down on Digital⁤ Piracy

**Host:** Welcome back to World Today ‍News. Today we’re ‍diving deep into the​ ongoing battle against digital‍ piracy, specifically focusing on the popular messaging app Telegram. Joining us are two​ esteemed guests: ⁣ [Guest 1 Name], a copyright lawyer specializing in ⁣digital media, and [Guest 2 Name], a ⁢digital security ‌researcher with expertise in online‌ piracy networks. ⁤Welcome both of you.

**Guest 1 & 2:** Thank you⁤ for having us.

**Host:** This topic⁢ is particularly timely given recent events involving Telegram and copyright infringement claims.

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**Section 1: The ‍Growing Problem of Online Piracy**

* **Host:**⁢ Let’s start by laying the groundwork. ‌ [Guest 1], ‍what are some of the key challenges posed by online piracy, particularly for platforms like Telegram that have gained immense popularity?

* **Guest 1:** (Responds, outlining⁢ the economic consequences for content creators ⁣and distributors, the difficulty of enforcement, and the potential spread of misinformation through⁤ pirated content.)

* **Host:** [Guest 2], from your perspective as a security researcher, how do platforms like Telegram ⁢contribute to⁢ the spread of piracy, and what makes them attractive to those⁢ seeking pirated content?

* **Guest 2:** (Responds, discussing Telegram’s‍ encryption‌ features, decentralized‌ nature, and vast user base as factors facilitating⁢ piracy. Perhaps mention examples of‍ specific types of content commonly pirated through Telegram.)

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**Section⁣ 2: The Role of Telegram and its ⁢Response ​to Copyright Concerns**

* **Host:**⁤ Telegram has ⁢faced increasing ⁤scrutiny from governments and copyright holders. [Guest 1], how has Telegram responded to these allegations, and do you believe their actions are adequate in addressing the issue?

* **Guest 1:** ⁣(Responds, discussing Telegram’s stance on takedown requests, their ongoing efforts ⁤to combat piracy, ⁣and possible limitations‍ in their ability to effectively police the entire platform.)

* **Host:** [Guest 2], from a technical standpoint, what ⁤measures could ⁢Telegram realistically implement to further curb piracy on ⁢their platform without compromising user privacy, which is a core tenet of their platform?

* ⁢**Guest 2:** (Responds, proposing potential solutions such as stricter verification processes for group creation, content filtering ⁤technology, collaborations with copyright holders, and ⁤the promotion of legal alternatives.)

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**Section 3: The ‍Future of Online Content Distribution and Piracy Mitigation**

* **Host:** Looking ahead, what do you see ‌as the most promising strategies for ‍tackling digital piracy in the long term?

* **Guest 1:**⁣ (Responds, discussing the need for collaborative efforts ⁣involving content creators,⁣ government agencies, ‌and tech companies, as well ⁣as the importance of educating consumers about the ramifications​ of piracy.)

*⁢ **Host:** [Guest 2], what role can technological advancements play in this fight, and are‌ there⁣ any emerging technologies that you believe show particular promise?

* **Guest ​2:** ⁢(Responds, exploring the potential of artificial intelligence for content identification, blockchain technology for secure content distribution,⁢ and the development of ⁢robust digital rights management systems.)

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**Host:**

Thank you both for sharing your invaluable insights​ on this complex and evolving issue. It’s evident that the fight against⁤ online piracy ‌requires a multifaceted approach involving all stakeholders. For our viewers, we encourage you to engage ⁣in the conversation and support ⁤the creation and distribution of ⁤legitimate content.