COPYRIGHT CHALLENGES IN THE ERA OF DIGITAL STREAMING AND PIRACY: A LEGAL, TECHNOLOGICAL, AND ECONOMIC ANALYSIS

AUTHOR – ARSHIQUE RIZVI, STUDENT AT AMITY UNIVERSITY PATNA

BEST CITATION – ARSHIQUE RIZVI, COPYRIGHT CHALLENGES IN THE ERA OF DIGITAL STREAMING AND PIRACY: A LEGAL, TECHNOLOGICAL, AND ECONOMIC ANALYSIS, INDIAN JOURNAL OF LEGAL REVIEW (IJLR), 5 (12) OF 2025, PG. 1034-1036, APIS – 3920 – 0001 & ISSN – 2583-2344

ABSTRACT

The digital revolution has transformed the consumption and distribution of creative works, introducing unprecedented opportunities and challenges for copyright law. The rise of digital streaming platforms such as Netflix, Spotify, and YouTube has changed the way audiences engage with music, movies, and other creative content. However, this convenience has been accompanied by a surge in piracy, content leaks, and copyright infringement, creating significant challenges for rightsholders, regulators, and technology companies. This research paper explores the multifaceted copyright challenges in the era of digital streaming and piracy from legal, technological, and economic perspectives. It analyzes the effectiveness of current copyright frameworks, the role of technology in both enabling and combating infringement, and the economic implications for creators and industries. The paper concludes by suggesting adaptive legal reforms and innovative digital governance models to balance creators’ rights and public access in a globalized digital ecosystem.