Entertainment companies like Aniplex and TOHO have taken legal action to identify the alleged leakers of Demon Slayer and Jujutsu Kaisen anime content on social media. The companies requested an information disclosure order in U.S. courts to reveal the identities of the account owners responsible for unauthorized leaks of videos and stills from popular anime series. This legal action, supported by Japan’s Content Overseas Distribution Association (CODA), marks a significant step in combating piracy and protecting intellectual property rights in the anime industry.
CODA, in collaboration with various entertainment companies, is actively pursuing legal action against similar accounts involved in leaking anime content. This move comes in response to a surge in leaked episodes and footage of various anime titles, including Ranma 1/2 and DAN DA DAN, on public websites and piracy platforms. Streaming platforms like Netflix and Crunchyroll, along with localization company Iyuno, have also committed to investigating and removing unauthorized material while taking necessary actions against the perpetrators.
This recent development highlights the ongoing battle against piracy in the anime industry and the determination of stakeholders to protect their creative works from unauthorized distribution. The issuance of a discovery order by a U.S. court in response to anime leaks signifies a significant milestone in addressing copyright infringement and safeguarding the interests of content creators. As the legal proceedings unfold, it is evident that the industry is taking a firm stance against piracy to uphold the integrity of anime content and support creators in the digital landscape.
