触目惊心，大量热播剧被盗！业内：一年被偷200亿

Core Viewpoint - The rampant issue of copyright infringement in the Chinese television industry is severely impacting creators and platforms, with the industry facing significant financial losses and challenges in combating piracy [1][3][4]. Group 1: Current Situation of Piracy - The phenomenon of "broadcasting equals piracy" has become a norm in the industry, with every new series being targeted within minutes of airing [2][4]. - In 2023, a criminal case highlighted the illegal activities of an individual who set up over a hundred piracy websites, generating illegal profits amounting to hundreds of thousands of yuan [2][3]. - The annual losses due to piracy in the television industry alone exceed 20 billion yuan, not including losses from films and short dramas [3]. Group 2: Challenges in Addressing Piracy - The ease of accessing high-quality content shortly after its release complicates enforcement efforts, leading to a cycle of complaints and takedowns that often fails to keep pace with the rapid spread of pirated content [4][6]. - The low barriers to entry for piracy, combined with the diverse methods of infringement, make it increasingly difficult for rights holders to protect their work [4][6]. - Legal actions against piracy have seen some success, but the overall number of cases remains small compared to the scale of the problem, with challenges such as high costs and lengthy processes hindering effective enforcement [6][7]. Group 3: Proposed Solutions and Actions - Industry stakeholders are calling for stronger copyright protection measures, including increased penalties for infringement and clearer definitions of liability [7][8]. - Collaborative efforts between industry associations and major video platforms have led to the establishment of a copyright protection warning list, with 51 series currently under protection [8][9]. - A national initiative, "Sword Net 2025," has been launched to combat online piracy, focusing on various forms of audiovisual content and aiming to enhance copyright enforcement [9].