Being a provider in a pirate’s world, or: how to not get your service blocked by an entire country

Content piracy remains a significant issue in today's digital age, with estimates suggesting it costs between $25 and $70 billion annually. The problem affects all parties involved in video streaming, from creators to infrastructure service providers. Piracy can harm the reputation of companies hosting content, leading to potential blacklisting by vendors or loss of business from legitimate customers. Content owners are also affected as pirated streams can damage their brand and discourage new partnerships. To combat piracy, a balance must be struck between the effort put into protecting content and the willingness of pirates to circumvent these measures.